1st Shift Maintenance Supervisor

ZipRecruiter; Owasso (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food production is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee maintenance operations, ensuring efficient and safe production. The role involves managing the maintenance team, developing preventive maintenance programs, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience in a similar industry and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years supervisory experience in food production.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance team and schedule tasks.
• Develop preventive maintenance programs.
• Conduct inspections and lead repair efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or certification

Tools

HVAC systems

PLC’s frequency controls

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

A Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair of equipment, machinery, and facilities to ensure efficient and safe production operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Oversee the maintenance team, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient operations.
2. Schedule and assign maintenance tasks, ensuring timely completion of work orders.
3. Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability and longevity.
4. Conduct regular inspections of machinery and equipment to identify potential issues.
5. Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in processing equipment.
6. Lead repair efforts, ensuring that repairs are completed safely and in compliance with industry standards.
7. Ensure all maintenance activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
8. Conduct safety training for maintenance staff and promote a culture of safety within the team.
9. Manage the maintenance budget, including forecasting expenses and controlling costs.
10. Identify opportunities for cost savings through efficient maintenance practices.
11. Work closely with production and quality assurance teams to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
12. Coordinate with external vendors and service providers for specialized repairs and maintenance services.
13. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, inventory, and equipment performance.
14. Prepare reports on maintenance metrics and present them to management.
15. Train and mentor maintenance staff in best practices, new technologies, and safety protocols.
16. Foster a continuous improvement mindset within the maintenance team.
17. Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Carries out supervisory responsibilities following the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees. Oversees the daily workflow of the department; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills, and Experience)

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or certification in a related field.
• 3-5 years of previous supervisory experience in meat processing/manufacturing food production or a similar industry.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Proficiency in mechanical, electrical and HVAC systems.
• Experience in PLC’s frequency controls, direct current devices, temperature controls and transducers.
• Knowledge of plumbing and pipefitting such as threading and sweating pipes.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting and repairs hydraulic and pneumatic equipment/systems using schematics and visual observation.
• Knowledge of welding and cutting using TIG, MIG, acetylene, plasma.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment.
• Knowledge of production equipment and processes.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English with strong verbal skills. Knowledge of Spanish is helpful but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Employees must be able to perform a full range of body motions including twisting, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 60 pounds or more unassisted. Standing and walking for extended periods on concrete surfaces, which may be slippery, are required.

Use of hearing protection is mandatory due to noise levels. Good corrected vision is necessary. Work is conducted in a climate-controlled environment of -40ºF to -45ºF, with potential exposure to strong odors such as raw meat and marinades. PPE, including hair and beard nets, rubber-soled shoes, smocks, hearing protection, and hard hats, must be worn in production areas.