Food Industry Maintenance Supervisor

JobSquad; Alma (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JobSquad is seeking a Food Industry Maintenance Supervisor in Alma, GA to lead maintenance in a USDA-regulated facility. You will supervise ammonia refrigeration systems, electrical/motor control tasks, and ensure HACCP/PSM compliance, while coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance.

The role requires 4+ years in meat processing maintenance and 5+ years in ammonia systems, with flexibility for nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in industrial or meat processing maintenance.
• Minimum five years operating ammonia refrigeration systems; lead tech preferred.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, motor controls, and PLCs.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, USDA, and PSM regulatory requirements.
• Experience in a USDA-regulated meat or food processing facility preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and emergencies.
• Supervise, coordinate, and participate in maintenance activities across buildings, utilities, and processing areas.
• Direct employees performing structural maintenance (masonry, carpentry, painting).
• Oversee electrical maintenance including motor controls, high/low voltage wiring, and PLC systems.
• Provide sanitation-support maintenance to prevent contamination.
• Plan, schedule, and execute preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Inspect completed work for conformance with specs, food safety, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain maintenance records and ERP system (work orders, inspections, inventory).
• Manage tools, equipment, and spare parts inventory.
• Analyze maintenance problems, root causes, and corrective actions.
• Enforce safety, food safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Assist other departments with equipment moves/installations.
• Remain on-call for emergency maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with USDA, FSIS, OSHA, EPA and local regulations.
• Support HACCP plans and CCPs.
• Prevent chemical, physical, and biological contamination from maintenance.
• Participate in USDA inspections and audits.
• Ensure proper release of equipment and areas after maintenance prior to production startup.
• Maintain SSOP compliance.

Responsibilities

• Four years of experience in industrial or meat processing maintenance.
• Minimum five years operating ammonia refrigeration systems; lead tech preferred.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, motor controls, and PLCs.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, USDA, and PSM regulatory requirements.
• Experience in a USDA-regulated meat or food processing facility preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and emergencies.

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration

Electrical systems

PLC knowledge

Motor controls

Regulatory compliance

Supervisory experience

Preventive maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or trade schooling

Tools

ERP system

RETA Class A certification

Job description

The JobSquad Solutions Team is currently looking for a Food Industry Maintenance Supervisor to work at a company located in the Alma, GA area! Job Title: Food Industry Maintenance Supervisor Job Location: Alma, GA Salary: $75k to $90k depending on experience plus 6 % bonus Shift: 6am to 4pm Job Description:

• Must have four years of experience in an industrial or meat processing maintenance environment.
• Must have minimum five years’ operating ammonia refrigeration system; two years as lead technician preferred.
• Must have working knowledge of electrical systems, motor controls, and PLC-supported equipment.
• Must have knowledge of OSHA, EPA, USDA, and PSM regulatory requirements.
• Must have experience in a USDA-regulated meat or food processing facility strongly preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and emergency call-ins.
• Supervise, coordinate, and participate in maintenance activities involving building structures, grounds, utilities, and processing areas.
• Direct employees performing structural maintenance including masonry, carpentry, painting, and equipment support.
• Oversee electrical maintenance including motor controls, high and low voltage wiring, and PLC supported systems.
• Provide sanitation-support maintenance ensuring hygienic repairs and prevention of product contamination.
• Plan, schedule, and execute preventive and corrective maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
• Inspect completed work for conformance with specifications, food safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, inspections, and inventory using the ERP system.
• Request, manage, and control tools, equipment, spare parts, and maintenance supplies.
• Analyze maintenance problems, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Interpret company policies and enforce safety, food safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Recommend improvements in equipment, procedures, and working conditions to improve safety and efficiency.
• Assist other departments as requested, including equipment moves, installations, and special projects.
• Remain on-call and respond to emergency maintenance situations as required.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with USDA, FSIS, OSHA, EPA, and local regulations.
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• Support HACCP plans and maintenance-related Critical Control Points (CCPs).
• Prevent chemical, physical, and biological contamination resulting from maintenance activities.
• Participate in USDA inspections, internal audits, and third‑party audits.
• Ensure proper release of equipment and areas following maintenance prior to production startup.
• Maintain compliance with sanitation standard operating procedures (SSOPs).

Refrigeration, Utilities & PSM Responsibilities

• Supervise the operation and maintenance of ammonia refrigeration systems in compliance with PSM and RMP requirements.
• Hold or maintain RETA Class A operator certification as required. If candidate does not hold the certification, he will be required to take the license in less than a year from hire date.
• Serve as part of the facility emergency response team for ammonia and utility‑related incidents.
• Ensure completion of required PSM documentation, inspections, and training PSM and RMP requirements.
• Hold or maintain RETA Class A operator certification as required. If candidate does not hold the certification, he will be required to take the license in less than a year from hire date.
• Serve as part of the facility emergency response team for ammonia and utility‑related incidents.
• Ensure completion of required PSM documentation, inspections, and training.

Safety Leadership

• Lead by example in enforcing safety policies and PPE requirements.
• Ensure compliance with lockout/tagout, confined space entry, hot work, and fall protection programs.
• Conduct safety meetings and participate in incident investigations.
• Ensure employees and contractors follow all safety and emergency procedures.

Contractor & Vendor Management

• Assist Maintenance Manager in oversight of outside contractors and service providers.
• Ensure contractors comply with food safety, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist Maintenance Manager in reviewing permits, credentials, and work scope prior to authorizing work.
• Assist Maintenance Manager monitor contractor performance and costs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervises maintenance employees.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, planning and assigning work, evaluating performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, and resolving conflicts in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.

Education:

High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade schooling preferred.

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