Maintenance Lead — Fast-Paced Plant Supervisor

Hershey Company; Kansas; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Overtime

Bonus Incentive Plan

401(k) Retirement Plan - with generous

Hershey Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Hershey Company in Edgerton, KS is seeking a Maintenance Lead to supervise and coordinate maintenance activities in a fast-paced production facility. You will assist with equipment assembly, perform preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot production equipment under the Maintenance Manager's guidance.

Ideal candidates have supervisory experience, strong electrical and mechanical maintenance skills, and familiarity with SAP ERP.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in electrical and mechanical equipment maintenance and repair.
• Knowledgeable in the use of hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and comprehend instruction manuals and blueprints.
• Experience using computer, including experience with ERP system, i.e. SAP.
• Preferred experience in a fast paced food manufacturing environment.
• Preference given to candidates with a 2-year associate degree in electromechanical systems.
• Robotics and control experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversees maintenance and coordinate with production in the absence of Manager or Supervisor.
• Train and monitor all maintenance employees on shift to ensure that proper production, GMP’s and Safety guidelines are followed.
• Complete special projects as assigned with the ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities with efficiency and accuracy.
• Make decisions and react quickly to problems.
• Lead and give direction to maintenance employees in the plant.
• Complete all reports and turn in all paperwork in a timely manner daily.
• Attend all safety meetings and follows proper safety procedures
• Perform minor and major maintenance duties as needed in supporting production machinery
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments as necessary
• Help oversee work of outside contractors
• Conduct emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance procedures on equipment on a scheduled basis
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
• Manage tools in the facility and ensure they are kept and returned to the right place
• Clear understanding of OSHA requirements and food industry GMP’s
• Work independently as well as with other personnel and management
• Represent self and company in a professional and positive manner
• Follow all safety rules and regulations while performing work assignments and adhere toall policies and procedures as specified in company manuals and as directed in the employee handbook
• Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with peers, management, and support resources, with a constant commitment to teamwork and exemplary customer service
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management in a professional and efficient manner

Skills

Supervisory

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

ERP SAP

Robotics

Communication

Fast-paced work

Education

2-year associate degree in electromechanical systems

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Hershey Company in Edgerton, KS is seeking a Maintenance Lead to supervise and coordinate maintenance activities in a fast-paced production facility. You will assist with equipment assembly, perform preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot production equipment under the Maintenance Manager's guidance.

Ideal candidates have supervisory experience, strong electrical and mechanical maintenance skills, and familiarity with SAP ERP.