Maintenance Supervisor

ZipRecruiter; Ontario; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

A North American food manufacturer is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor in Ontario, California. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in food manufacturing, with at least three years in a supervisory role. Responsibilities include overseeing maintenance operations and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Strong technical knowledge and communication skills are essential. This full-time position offers competitive benefits and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, and Dental

401(k) company match

Company-paid life insurance

Vacation and Sick Pay

Birthday off with pay

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of related experience in food manufacturing.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience in a similar environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Enforce safety and sanitation policies.
• Oversee and maintain all plant equipment.
• Lead and improve the Preventive Maintenance program.

Skills

Team management

Problem-solving

Technical knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

HACCP Certification

Technical certifications

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CMMS

Job description

Job Description

About Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc.

Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. is committed to being North America’s favorite maker of salads and healthy fresh foods. Our “Taylor Family” includes over 20,000 passionate team members dedicated to producing high-quality, great-tasting products for families across the continent. As we continue to grow rapidly, we are excited to offer a career opportunity for a talented and motivated individual to join our Taylor Farms Southern California team as a Maintenance Supervisor in Ontario, California.

Taylor Farms Southern California, Inc. is a proud member of the Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. family of companies. We specialize in manufacturing salad dressings.

About the Role

The Maintenance Supervisor ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements, Food Safety Standards, and CAL/OSHA Safety Regulations. This role is responsible for continuous improvement efforts, preventative maintenance, and addressing day-to-day mechanical needs to support ongoing operations. The Maintenance Supervisor oversees the mechanics and the Maintenance Coordinator, including their responsibilities and any necessary disciplinary actions. This position plays a key leadership role in all maintenance-related projects to ensure alignment with departmental expectations.

• Status: Exempt, Full-time
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, with weekends and holidays as needed
• Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM
• Work Hours: Minimum 8 hours/day, with mandatory overtime as required

Key Responsibilities

• Enforce all Safety, Allergen Control, Food Safety and Sanitation, Food Defense, and SQF policies and procedures
• Oversee facility equipment including chillers, wastewater systems, HVAC, and electrical systems
• Ensure all plant equipment is operational and OSHA compliant (e.g., mixers, packaging machines, pumps, valves)
• Collaborate with site leadership on customer complaints requiring mechanical insight
• Maintain and manage the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)
• Lead and improve the Preventive Maintenance program
• Sustain and update maintenance training and development programs
• Track and improve key maintenance metrics (e.g., asset utilization, PM compliance, downtime)
• Oversee shop cleanup, equipment repairs, and spare parts inventory
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and mentor maintenance team members
• Manage schedules and workloads for the Maintenance Coordinator and Mechanics
• Conduct timely and constructive performance evaluations
• Administer employee discipline in accordance with company policy

Work Environment

• PPE Required: Hair/beard net, gloves, safety shoes, bump cap, smocks
• Exposure: Cleaning chemicals, food allergens
• Temperature: Refrigerated environment (approx. 37°F)

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of related experience in food manufacturing
• 3+ years of supervisory experience
• Technical certifications and PLC knowledge
• Familiarity with mechanical, safety, and food safety standards
• HACCP Certification
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate across departments and build consensus
• Flexibility to work various shifts, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to maintain a safe and positive work environment
• Physical ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks (bending, twisting, standing, etc.)

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental (PPO only)
• Up to 4% 401(k) company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Vacation and Sick Pay
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Birthday off with pay

E-Verify Compliant

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Travel Requirement: Less than 10%