Maintenance Supervisor

Northeast Foods; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Short-term disability

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Northeast Foods based in Baltimore, Maryland seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to lead repairs and preventative maintenance in automation systems. The ideal candidate must possess strong plant maintenance experience, including troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems. Responsibilities include working with mechanics, ensuring safety, and maintaining effective operations. The comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision coverage, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must have prior experience in plant maintenance or general commercial mechanic.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Consistent punctuality is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead preventative maintenance, improvements, and repairs in automation systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Inspect running equipment and plan for repairs.

Skills

Plant maintenance experience

General commercial mechanic experience

Adaptability

Safety procedures comprehension

Education

Valid license to operate applicable equipment

Job description

Join the H&S Family of Bakeries - the team behind H&S Family of Bakeries includes Northeast Foods, H&S Bakery and Schmidt Baking Co. - the largest family‑owned variety baker in the United States. Headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, we operate a network of 10 bakeries and 30 distribution centers across the country to deliver fresh, high‑quality baked goods nationwide, from fast food and quick‑service restaurants to cafeterias, hospitals, grocery stores and universities to name a few. We're passionate about innovation in manufacturing and distribution, leading the way in the industrial baking industry, while creating opportunities for our people to grow and succeed.

Our Core Beliefs

Be Well, Work Well | Create an Experience | Life‑long Learning | Do the Right Thing

The Maintenance Supervisor will support the maintenance department by leading preventative maintenance, improvements, and repairs in automation systems and electrical controls. This role also supports mechanics by guiding, helping them improve, and tracking their progress in maintaining equipment, troubleshooting when problems arise, and repairing machines when broken down. You will have the opportunity to teach, evaluate, and perform troubleshooting and repairs for all facets of modern automated equipment as needed.

In this Role

• Follow up on preventative maintenance, work orders, and emergency repairs to ensure they are being done correctly.
• Inspect running equipment and plan for repairs during scheduled downtime.
• Work with mechanics individually to help them where they have room for improvement.
• Assist mechanics in their training programs to facilitate their growth and promotions.
• Work closely with production supervisors to make sure their needs are being met.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems on automated equipment.
• Answer calls for maintenance quickly and fully prepared to make any repairs needed.
• Be visible and readily available on the plant floor as much as possible.
• Maintain a safe working environment both in the maintenance shop and on the plant floor.
• Be food safety minded with attention to details being critical when working on equipment or anywhere near the product.
• Provide and maintain your own hand tools, including, but not limited to wrench sets, miscellaneous pliers, socket sets, hammers, punches, etc.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Schedule mechanics and submit payroll.
• Participate in operations shift meetings as well as safety and food safety meetings and inspections.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in plant maintenance or general commercial mechanic experience.
• Arrive at work on time consistently.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment and adapt to frequent changes that occur on the production line.
• Must possess or maintain a valid license to operate applicable equipment.
• Read, comprehend, and practice necessary safety procedures and signs.
• Work around and with various food machinery.
• Measure ingredients and follow written instructions.
• Work irregular and/or rotating shifts, including split days off (non‑consecutive days off) and work holidays and weekends.
• Be 18 years or older.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and push and pull heavy wheeled equipment or carts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time during a shift, maintaining a normal range of motion in all extremities.
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and crouch to access equipment, tools, or materials.
• Ability to use arms, hands and fingers to handle or operate machinery, tools or controls.
• Ability to perceive and respond immediately to visual and audible safety alerts and warnings to ensure the safety of self and others in a fast-paced, hazard-sensitive environment with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work in environments with varying temperatures, noise levels, and airborne particles, odors and fumes.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, or work platforms as required by the position.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods using office equipment and computer systems.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and protective clothing for extended periods of time, with or without reasonable accommodation.

What's in it for you?

At H&S Family of Bakeries, we value our team members and work hard to create a workplace where people can grow and thrive. Along with equitable pay, we provide exceptional benefits designed to support you both at work and in life. Our comprehensive and affordable packages include medical, dental, and vision coverage; short‑term disability; retirement savings; paid time off; flexible spending accounts; an employee assistance program; and, of course, some very cool company swag.

Equal Opportunity Employer

H&S Family of Bakeries is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or any other factor unrelated to merit.

Offer Determination Guidelines

The salary range listed for this position is provided in accordance with applicable transparency laws and serves as a general guideline. However, it does not represent a guaranteed salary offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of job-related factors, which may include but are not limited to relevant experience, skills, education, internal equity, market data, and geographic location, including local cost of living. The final offer may vary outside the posted range based on these considerations.

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