Maintenance & Engineering Supervisor

Bimbo QSR Chicago; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Bimbo QSR Chicago is seeking an experienced Maintenance & Engineering Supervisor to lead our maintenance team across bakery equipment and plant systems. You will drive safety, reliability, and operational excellence while mentoring technicians and coordinating repairs.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in maintenance within manufacturing, strong mechanical and electrical knowledge, and proven leadership. This role requires flexible shifts and a hands-on, data‑driven approach to drive continuous

Qualifications

• Five+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or bakery environment.
• Two+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the schedule and daily activities of maintenance technicians, mechanics, and leads.
• Provide coaching, training, and support to develop individual and team capabilities.
• Assign and monitor work orders, ensuring timely and high-quality execution.
• Facilitate effective communication between shifts and departments to maintain continuous operations.
• Conduct performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and team meetings as needed.
• Oversee preventative and corrective maintenance for bakery production equipment and utilities, including HVAC, refrigeration, boilers, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Monitor and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, PLC, and control systems.
• Ensure repairs align with safety, quality, and production goals.
• Support continuous improvement efforts, equipment upgrades, and new installations.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Problem-solving

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical certification preferred

Tools

CMMS software

PLC troubleshooting

HVAC systems

Job description

Salary Range: $95,100.00 To $109,400.00 Annually

Job Posting Title Maintenance & Engineering Supervisor

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Supervisor Location: Bimbo QSR Department: Maintenance Reports To: Maintenance Manager

Job Overview:

Experienced and hands-on Maintenance Supervisor to lead our maintenance team in ensuring the safety, reliability, and optimal performance of bakery equipment and plant systems. This role is ideal for a proactive leader with strong technical knowledge and a passion for mentoring others, driving improvement projects, and maintaining a culture of safety and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate the schedule and daily activities of maintenance technicians, mechanics, and leads.
• Provide coaching, training, and support to develop individual and team capabilities.
• Assign and monitor work orders, ensuring timely and high-quality execution.
• Facilitate effective communication between shifts and departments to maintain continuous operations.
• Conduct performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and team meetings as needed.

Operations & Equipment Management

• Oversee preventative and corrective maintenance for all bakery production equipment and utilities, including HVAC, refrigeration, boilers, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Monitor and troubleshoot issues with mechanical, electrical, PLC, and control systems.
• Ensure all repairs and maintenance activities are aligned with safety, quality, and production goals.
• Support continuous improvement efforts, equipment upgrades, and new installations.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce adherence to all company and OSHA safety standards, GMPs, and PPE requirements.
• Lead and participate in safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Ensure tools, equipment, and the maintenance shop are safely maintained and organized.

CMMS & Inventory Control

• Oversee the effective use of CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) for scheduling, logging, and tracking maintenance tasks.
• Manage spare parts inventory, ordering processes, and ensure accurate usage tracking .
• Support data-driven decisions through accurate documentation and reporting of maintenance activities.

Project Coordination

• Plan, prioritize, and coordinate resources for projects and unplanned downtime responses.
• Collaborate with production, sanitation, and quality teams to align maintenance with operational priorities.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement solutions that reduce downtime and increase reliability.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical certification preferred.
• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or bakery environment, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems .
• Working knowledge of CMMS systems, equipment schematics, and technical manuals .
• Familiarity with food manufacturing safety standards (GMPs, OSHA).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work varied shifts, weekends, or emergencies as needed.

Preferred Skills:

• Hands-on experience with bakery production equipment and utility systems.
• Proficiency in welding, fabrication, and basic PLC troubleshooting.