Maintenance Engineering Supervisor – 24/7 Food Plant

Magnum RFM Ice Cream, Inc. (Selecta Philippines); St. Albans (VT); On-site; USD 89,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid vacation

Job summary

Magnum Ice Cream Company is seeking a seasoned maintenance leader to develop a high‑performing team and ensure equipment reliability in a 24/7 food manufacturing environment. You will champion continuous improvement and drive OTIF performance for maintenance tasks.

The role requires supervising a diverse maintenance team, planning preventive and predictive activities, and collaborating with Engineering on innovative projects. Strong safety and regulatory expertise are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Proven supervisory experience in a unionized environment.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in CMMS, Microsoft Office, and maintenance analytics.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Mechanical & Electrical Technicians, Stockroom Attendants, and Maintenance Planners.
• Develop shift structures, vacation schedules, succession plans, and training programs.
• Conduct recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and skill gap analysis (Skill Matrix).
• Spend 75% of time on the shop floor (6/2 rule) to coach and guide technicians.
• Plan and execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance using CMMS.
• Ensure completion of PMs, F-tags, and AM tasks with quality and timeliness.
• Validate Autonomous Maintenance standards and partner with FLMs for compliance.
• Lead root cause analysis and execute EWOs for breakdowns >4 hours.
• Maintain 5S standards in maintenance areas and storerooms.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across maintenance operations.
• Identify and implement cost‑saving strategies and low‑cost maintenance solutions.
• Collaborate with Engineering on innovation projects, line modifications, and new installations.
• Document Maintenance Improvements and communicate with Engineering.
• Lead projects including rebuilds, upgrades, and new equipment installations.
• Ensure adherence to OSHA, HACCP, FDA, PSM, and other regulatory standards.
• Train new hires on certified safety procedures and SHE policies.
• Investigate incidents and implement CAPAs.
• Ensure MOC compliance for equipment changes impacting food safety.
• Track labor costs, overtime, and absences via Kronos.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and logs.
• Align with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams to optimize downtime usage.
• Coordinate maintenance activities during product trials, commissioning, and seasonal shifts.
• Support site security and vendor management.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Magnum Ice Cream Company is seeking a seasoned maintenance leader to develop a high‑performing team and ensure equipment reliability in a 24/7 food manufacturing environment. You will champion continuous improvement and drive OTIF performance for maintenance tasks.

The role requires supervising a diverse maintenance team, planning preventive and predictive activities, and collaborating with Engineering on innovative projects. Strong safety and regulatory expertise are essential.