Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor - Baltimore Campus (49575)

Holly Poultry; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Holly Poultry, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor for the 2nd shift in Baltimore, MD.

The role focuses on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and leading a maintenance team to maximize equipment uptime and secure product quality. Responsibilities include scheduling work, supervising 4+ staff, ensuring safety compliance, coordinating contractors, and driving continuous improvement across processing systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of food manufacturing experience (USDA/SQF preferred).
• At least 1 year of supervisory experience leading 4+ employees.
• Strong people and project management skills with delegation ability.
• Solid troubleshooting across electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical systems.
• Lean and 5S experience preferred; able to read blueprints and schematics.
• Hands-on maintenance leadership in a fast-paced, cold environment.
• Willing to pass post-offer drug and background screening.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance oversight to maximize uptime and minimize production disruptions.
• Schedule, delegate, and track maintenance tasks; maintain records.
• Lead a team of 4+ maintenance staff; hire, train, evaluate performance.
• Provide ongoing training and ensure safety compliance.
• Coordinate contractor work and manage project schedules.
• Monitor inventory of maintenance supplies and replenishment needs.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce downtime and increase efficiency.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on processing equipment.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, MOSHA, and applicable laws.

Skills

People management

Project management

Troubleshooting

Lean & 5S

Blueprint reading

Education

Trade school / Technical college

Tools

Electrical schematics

Blueprints

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 2121 Wicomico Street - Baltimore, MD

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $65000.00 - $80000.00Salary/year

Job Shift: 2nd shift

Job Category: Manufacturing

About Holly Poultry

Holly Poultry has been providing premium poultry products to the Baltimore area for over 60 years. Our geographic reach now spans across the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions, serving a wide range of customers from local grocery stores to national restaurant chains and food service distributors. As our business continues to grow, we are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team and help us shape the future of poultry production.

BE PART OF OUR TOMORROW!

Position

Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor - 2nd Shift - Baltimore Location

Role Overview

As a Maintenance Supervisor at Holly Poultry, you will be the key technical resource for the production maintenance operation. Your focus will be on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and problem resolution across all processing equipment systems. Your role will involve organizing and overseeing the maintenance of all plant production equipment, ensuring maximum equipment uptime and resolving quality and production-related issues with an emphasis on continuous improvement. This will include troubleshooting electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintenance Oversight: Organize, assess, and facilitate the maintenance of all plant production equipment to maximize up time and minimize disruptions to production.
• Scheduling and Delegation: Schedule and delegate maintenance work assignments, ensuring timely completion of all tasks. Maintain records of all maintenance and service activities.
• Team Supervision: Lead a team of 4 or more employees, including hiring, training, assigning work, conducting performance evaluations, and ensuring all maintenance personnel are well-supported and equipped to perform their duties effectively.
• Staff Training & Development: Provide ongoing training and skill development to the maintenance staff, enhancing their technical capabilities and ensuring compliance with all safety regulations.
• Performance Evaluations: Conduct timely and constructive performance evaluations, addressing any issues, and implementing disciplinary actions, when necessary, in accordance with company policy.
• Building & Equipment Systems Assessment: Regularly assess building systems and equipment to plan work assignments and project schedules.
• Preventive Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Perform plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and mechanical repairs as needed. Troubleshoot and resolve issues with processing equipment systems to ensure continuous operation.
• Contractor Coordination: Coordinate and oversee contractor work as needed, providing recommendations for improving work efficiency and maintaining project schedules.
• Compliance: Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations set by Holly Poultry, including OSHA, MOSHA, and all relevant federal and state laws.
• Inventory Management: Monitor and track inventory of maintenance supplies, alerting the Facility Manager when supplies need replenishment.
• Project Management: Work on assigned projects and tasks, prioritizing work based on production needs and available resources.
• Continuous Improvement: Develop and implement maintenance procedures and contribute to the company's continuous improvement efforts, focusing on reducing downtime and increasing overall efficiency.
• Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of food manufacturing experience (USDA and SQF preferred).
• At least 1 year of supervisory experience in a maintenance department, managing 4 or more employees.
• Strong people management and project management skills, including the ability to delegate effectively and handle performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
• Strong troubleshooting abilities with experience in electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• The ability to evaluate systems and facilities to determine maintenance or repairs required.
• Experience with Lean and 5S programs preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, parts diagrams, and electrical schematic drawings.
• Formal training through prior work experience and/or trade school or technical college.
• Hands-on approach to maintenance work, providing leadership and assistance in completing tasks.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, cold, wet, and refrigerated environment.
• Must pass a post-offer/pre-Employment drug and background screening.

Equal Opportunity

Holly Poultry, Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.