Maintenance Superintendent - 2nd Shift Acorn

Shenandoah Valley Organic, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payroll

Paid time off

Dental and vision plan options

401(k) plan with company match

HSA and FSA

Job summary

Farmer Focus is seeking a Maintenance Superintendent to lead a maintenance team on-site at Acorn. The role ensures production machinery operates at peak efficiency and facilities are well maintained, while driving safe, reliable plant operations and budget management.

You will mentor staff, enforce SOPs, and collaborate with operating teams to reduce downtime and uphold a zero-accident culture, aligning with CARES values and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of progressive maintenance supervision in manufacturing; five+ years in food/protein industry preferred.
• Experience managing a large team across multiple shifts.
• Knowledge of food processing systems and GMP standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain preventive maintenance program to keep machinery in optimal condition.
• Prioritize work orders and schedule repairs to minimize downtime.
• Supervise maintenance staff to ensure productivity and cost control.
• Manage department budget and identify cost-saving methods.
• Enforce SOPs for maintenance in the processing plant.
• Mentor and train employees and administer performance actions.
• Support safety initiatives and zero-accident culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Safety awareness

Bilingual (Spanish or French)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Work order system

Parts inventory system

Job description

Job Details

• Job Title: Maintenance Superintendent


• Department: Maintenance


• Reports To: Maintenance Manager


• FLSA Status: Exempt


• Location: Acorn


• Work Arrangement: On-Site


• Shift / Schedule: 2nd Shift


• Travel Requirements: Minimal; travel may be required as needed between plants


• Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose and Scope

The Maintenance Superintendent is a key member of the Farmer Focus Maintenance leadership team. This position is responsible for independently managing a maintenance team through subordinate supervisors to ensure production machinery operates at optimal capacity and that facilities and grounds are well maintained. This role provides leadership and direction to maintenance personnel, supports safe and efficient plant operations, manages maintenance systems and budgets, and partners with operating teams to reduce downtime, improve reliability, and maintain a zero-accident culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain the preventive maintenance program to ensure machinery is kept in optimal and safe working condition.


• Determine work order priorities and schedule repairs, maintenance, and installation of machines and equipment to minimize disruption to manufacturing operations.


• Supervise maintenance department personnel in day-to-day operations to ensure minimal downtime and costs while supporting accountability, productivity, and efficiency.


• Manage the department budget within approved limits; monitor spending and recommend cost-saving and standardization methods.


• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities in conjunction with operating teams.


• Establish and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to regulate the maintenance function within the processing plant.


• Mentor, coach, train, and cross-train employees to encourage career development; provide consistent feedback concerning strengths and areas for improvement.


• Administer performance improvement plans and disciplinary actions on a fair and consistent basis.


• Follow, promote, and ensure subordinates adhere to all safety initiatives, helping maintain a zero-accident culture.


• Establish, communicate, and maintain expectations that support safety, company standards, and clear direction for employees.


• Perform other duties as assigned.


• Work within the framework of Farmer Focus CARES values: Community, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation: $115,00 - $130,000 Benefits: Farmer Focus offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support team members’ health, financial well‑being, and professional growth. Available offerings may include weekly payroll, paid time off and sick leave, semi‑subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision plan options, a 401(k) plan with company match, HSA and FSA, education reimbursement opportunities, employee assistance programs (EAP), and internal learning, development, and career growth programs. All benefits, programs, and offerings are subject to eligibility requirements, plan terms, and company policies, and may be changed, amended, or discontinued by Farmer Focus at any time.

This position does not have an application deadline. Farmer Focus will recruit until the role is filled.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of relevant progressive maintenance supervision experience in a manufacturing setting preferred; five (5) or more years of experience in the food industry or protein industry strongly preferred.


• Minimum three (3) years of experience managing a large team across multiple shifts.


• Knowledge of food processing systems highly preferred.


• Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements governing the food industry and a thorough understanding of required support for maintaining utility functions, such as refrigeration/freezing systems, boilers, HVAC, and PLC controls; experience with bread and batter equipment is a plus.


• Strong customer focus with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization in a timely and professional manner.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to resolve issues efficiently and effectively.


• Proficient computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word; maintenance work order and parts inventory system knowledge preferred.


• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment using excellent organizational skills and precise attention to detail.


• Strong customer‑centric attitude, high energy level, and strong sense of urgency.

Additional Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.


• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.


• Good judgment and strong problem resolution skills.


• Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.


• Experience in food manufacturing.


• Champion for safety, quality, and GMP standards as needed.


• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish or French.

New team members must be able to pass a drug, alcohol and background screening post‑offer and prior to the start of their employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of their third day of work.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Travel

Work is performed on‑site within a poultry production and processing environment. This position requires access to production areas and the ability to tolerate varying heat, wet, and chilled conditions within the plant. Hearing and eye protection are required in production areas, and team members must wear hair and beard nets and any additional personal protective equipment required by task, location, or safety standards. Ability to traverse throughout facilities, including moving up and down stairs as needed, both indoors and outdoors. Frequently subjected to varying environments, including extreme wet and cold or hot and humid conditions. Occasionally lifts up to 60 lbs. Must have 20/20 corrected vision and color vision. Must be able to climb stairs to view processes. Must be willing to participate on an audit team or safety committee. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About Farmer Focus

Farmer Focus exists to promote and protect generational family farms by shifting farm‑level decision‑making and chicken ownership back to farmers and empowering them to farm the way they know is best. We are committed to producing 100% organic and humanely raised chicken that is better for people, the planet, and animals. Our culture is grounded in servant leadership and guided by our CARES values: Community, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. Our top priorities are people, safety, and quality. At Farmer Focus, our vision is to disrupt the status quo by creating bold opportunities for people who demand more and deserve better. EOE, including disability/vets Farmer Focus is a company dedicated to people, the farmers who grow for us and our team members who work in our state-of-the-art facilities. Whether a general laborer on our breast debone line or an executive, we are committed to creating a workplace that values all our people and offers everyone a chance to grow and thrive. We operate from our Farmer Focus CARES values: Community, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. We plan our work schedules to avoid most Saturday work. We do not run production on Sundays. Join us in our mission to protect generational family farms. We look forward to working with you!

Farmer Focus es una empresa dedicada a las personas, los granjeros que crían para nosotros y a los miembros del equipo que trabajan en nuestras instalaciones con tecnología de última generación. Ya sea usted un trabajador general de nuestra línea de pechuga o un ejecutivo, estamos comprometidos a crear un lugar de trabajo que valore a nuestra gente y ofrezca a todos la oportunidad de crecer y prosperar. Operamos en base a nuestros valores Farmer Focus CARES: Comunidad, Responsabilidad, Respeto, Excelencia y Mayordomía. Mayormente planificamos nuestros horarios evitando trabajar los sábados. No realizamos producción los domingos. Únase a nosotros en nuestra misión de proteger las granjas familiares generacionales. ¡Esperamos trabajar con usted!