Maintenance Superintendent 3rd Shift

Allen Harim Foods, Llc; Harbeson (DE); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Allen Harim Foods, Llc in Harbeson, DE is seeking a Maintenance Superintendent for the 3rd shift to oversee the maintenance department, ensure reliable processing equipment, and minimize downtime in a food manufacturing environment.

You will supervise maintenance staff, develop preventive maintenance programs, train crews, and ensure safety and food safety compliance while coordinating with the Operations Manager.

Qualifications

• Must have 5 plus years' experience in poultry maintenance or food manufacturing.
• Experience with food processing equipment is required.
• Knowledge of pipe fitting, shop machinery and automatic equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance personnel and oversee repair and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure equipment is safe and efficient to support daily production and minimize downtime.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs to improve reliability.
• Provide training and guidance to maintenance staff for safe operations.
• Maintain compliance with safety, food safety and regulatory standards.
• Serve as back-up to Maintenance Management as needed.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma, College Degree Preferred

Tools

Pipe fitting

Shop machinery

Electrical systems

Welding

Pneumatics

Job description

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Maintenance Superintendent 3rd Shift

795-Shift 3 General Maint Regular Full-Time Management Harbeson, DE, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1475

Summary

The primary responsibility of this position is to oversee and supervise all functions of the Maintenance Department, ensuring the efficient operation, repair, and preventive maintenance of processing equipment. This role is responsible for maintaining equipment in optimal working conditions to support daily production requirements, minimize downtime, and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support and uphold the Vision, Mission, and Values of Allen Harim.
• Supervise and lead maintenance team members responsible for the repair, service, and preventive maintenance of plant equipment and facility systems.
• Ensure all processing and production equipment is maintained in safe and efficient operating condition to support daily production requirements and minimize downtime.
• Maintain strong working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including wiring, electrical controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, plumbing, pipe fitting, welding, fabrication, and shop machinery.
• Oversee the setup, operation, troubleshooting, repair, and teardown of automated production equipment.
• Monitor equipment performance and implement corrective actions to maintain optimal operational efficiency in accordance with Allen Harim standards.
• Develop, implement, and manage preventive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and extend equipment life.
• Provide training, coaching, and technical guidance to maintenance employees to ensure safe work practices and efficient operations.
• Maintain compliance with company safety policies, food safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Serve as backup to the Maintenance Management as needed and assist with departmental leadership responsibilities.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Note for level:

• Basic: Incumbent is able to use their knowledge/skill with support by more experienced individuals.
• Advanced: Incumbent is able to independently use their knowledge/skill.
• Expert: Incumbent is able to train others on their knowledge/skill.
• Possess superior interpersonal and communication skills.

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma, College Degree Preferred
• Must have 5 plus years' experience in poultry maintenance or food manufacturing experience.
• Must have experience with food processing equipment.
• Knowledge of pipe fitting, Shop Machinery, Automatic Equipment etc.

Knowledge/Skills

• PC skills required (MS Office)-Basic
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills are required- Advanced
• High degree of attention to detail- Advanced
• Excellent Communications skills as frequent communication is required- Advanced

Supervisory Responsibilities

List the supervisory responsibilities the position must perform; include the department or position titles responsible for and the level of authority exercised in performing the responsibilities

• Directly supervise maintenance personnel in the area. Reports and receives general direction from the Operations Manager and be able to serve as back-up when needed.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Must have the ability to enter all areas of the plant and offices being exposed to temperatures (Hot and Cold) as well as exposure to different levels of noise.
• Must have the ability to enter all areas of the plant and offices.
• Must be able to climb and crawl in confined spaces.
• Work environment is predominantly wet and exposed to a variety of odors as well as presenting with hot and cold temperatures. Ice box storage and chilled warehouse conditions may be present with moderate to extreme levels of noise. Safety protection is provided.