Maintenance Supervisor

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Supervisor will oversee the everyday operation and upkeep of the equipment and building, planning and implementing projects and safety issues within and around the plant.

Shift: Monday through Friday; overtime, weekends and holidays as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Manages day-to-day activities of a team of direct reports.
  • Supports operational departments by maintaining equipment and resolves mechanical malfunctions to increase productivity, job capabilities, and equipment capabilities at the department's request.
  • Establishes and maintains a positive work environment including but not limited to personal development, training, and safety.
  • Analyzes maintenance work orders and assigns maintenance personnel to complete all necessary orders. Follows up with the assigned personnel as needed until the order is complete.
  • Plan and execute projects in conjunction with what is assigned by the Maintenance Manager and/or Plant Manager.
  • Controlling inventories, parts ordering, and vendor communication. Focus on improving operations and improving costs.
  • Assists in the scheduling of maintenance team to ensure projects are completed.
  • Supports SQF (Safe Quality Foods) by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
  • Serves as backup to those employees in the leadership role within the Maintenance department and gives technical support and guidance to maintenance personnel as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager and/or Plant Manager.

Education and Experience:

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance within a plant or manufacturing industry. Associates or Bachelor's Degree preferred.
  • At least 3 years of supervisory or management experience required.
  • Industry background in Food or Beverage preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience within mechanical and electrical systems.

Skills and Competencies:

  • Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
  • Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
  • Inspires and motivates others to perform well.

Physical Requirements:

  • Standing: Long periods (a minimum of 6 hours).
  • Sitting: Occasionally for long periods.
  • Walking: Frequently.
  • Bending: Occasionally.
  • Twisting of Spine: Occasionally.
  • Lifting: Light (less than 30lbs) infrequently distance- 100 ft.
  • Pushing/Pulling: under 75lbs without assistance infrequently.

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

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