Maintenance Supervisor

Poppies; Belgique; Sur place; EUR 45 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Attractive salary package

Numerous fringe benefits

Training opportunities

Résumé du poste

Poppies is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee maintenance activities and lead a team at their bakery in Belgium. The ideal candidate will manage preventive maintenance plans and supervise the team of technicians while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in electromechanics or industrial engineering and strong technical knowledge. The role offers an attractive salary and fringe benefits as well as opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical environment; leadership experience is a plus.
• Experience in the food industry is an asset.
• Good knowledge of Dutch and French, and basic knowledge of English.

Responsabilités

• Organize and optimize maintenance activities.
• Lead a team of technicians and engineers.
• Ensure safety, quality, and hygiene standards.
• Monitor maintenance budget and interventions.

Connaissances

Technical knowledge (mechanics, electricity, automation, HVAC)

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in electromechanics or industrial engineering

Outils

Maintenance systems

MS Office

Description du poste

As a Maintenance Supervisor at Poppies Bakeries d'Haubry, you are responsible for organizing, coordinating, and optimizing all maintenance activities. You lead the maintenance team and ensure everything runs smoothly and efficiently at our site, where we produce and package delicious macarons.

You safeguard the technical availability of machines, buildings, and installations, ensuring that the production process can continue continuously, safely, and according to the highest quality standards.

What your day looks like:

1. Maintenance Management

• You develop and follow up on preventive and corrective maintenance plans.
• You monitor interventions and KPIs such as MTTR, number of breakdowns, and technical availability, and take targeted actions in case of recurring failures.
• You analyze malfunctions and implement structural improvements.
• You ensure maximum availability and reliability of installations.

2. Leading the Maintenance Team

• You manage a team of 6 technicians (3 shifts), 1 maintenance engineer, and a part‑time administrative colleague.
• You create schedules and set priorities.
• You coach, develop, and evaluate team members.
• You promote a safe and quality‑driven work culture.

3. Technical and Operational Management

• You manage spare parts and the warehouse.
• You monitor the maintenance budget with monthly follow‑ups.
• You supervise external suppliers and contractors.
• You manage and follow up on maintenance contracts in consultation with the plant manager.

4. Safety, Quality, and Hygiene

• You apply HACCP, BRC, and IFS standards.
• You ensure all work meets safety and quality requirements.
• You oversee the correct use of PPE and safety procedures.
• You initiate and implement small improvement projects.
• You reduce downtime and maintenance costs.

This is what we expect from you:

• You hold a bachelor’s degree in electromechanics, industrial engineering, or equivalent through experience.
• You have experience in a technical environment; leadership experience is a plus but not required.
• You have strong and broad technical knowledge (mechanics, electricity, automation, and HVAC).
• You are communicative, people‑oriented, and well‑organized.
• You are analytical, solution‑oriented, and hands‑on.
• You are flexible and regularly present during the night shift.
• Experience in the food industry is an asset.
• You have a good knowledge of Dutch and French, and a basic knowledge of English.
• You have experience with maintenance systems and MS Office.

This is what you get in return:

• A challenging role with significant responsibility, where you can make an impact in various improvement projects.
• You will be part of a driven team with a positive, can‑do mentality.
• In addition to an attractive salary package, you can count on numerous fringe benefits.
• You will have the opportunity to follow training courses and grow in your role.
• Every day, you contribute to “The Sweet Adventure,” allowing people around the world to enjoy our delicious products.