Food Plant Maintenance Supervisor - Lead & Optimize

SunOpta; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Family leave

401(k) with Match

Life insurance

Job summary

SunOpta is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for our Alexandria, MN facility. This role oversees maintenance technicians, plans preventive maintenance, and audits work to ensure equipment is reliable while upholding food safety and quality standards.

You will manage day-to-day activities including building upkeep, grounds, security, and overall facility appearance. Key duties include responding to repairs, diagnosing malfunctions, coordinating with contractors, and developing both short- and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related field experience required.
• Minimum 5 years progressive maintenance experience.
• 2 years' supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to repair requests for general plant equipment and systems.
• Determine causes of malfunctions and required repairs or modifications.
• Plan corrective actions, costs, timetables, and priorities for plant capabilities.
• Oversee maintenance staff and outside contractors; ensure PMs are completed.
• Coordinate repair projects with contractors and vendors; maintain safety and quality standards.
• Develop long and short-term maintenance plans; maintain spare parts inventories.
• Ensure housekeeping and documentation for preventative maintenance programs.

Skills

Team leadership

Maintenance scheduling

Preventive maintenance

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or related field

Job description

SunOpta is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for our Alexandria, MN facility. This role oversees maintenance technicians, plans preventive maintenance, and audits work to ensure equipment is reliable while upholding food safety and quality standards.

You will manage day-to-day activities including building upkeep, grounds, security, and overall facility appearance. Key duties include responding to repairs, diagnosing malfunctions, coordinating with contractors, and developing both short- and