Maintenance Supervisor

TreeHouse Foods; Cambridge (MD); On-site; USD 76,200 - 114,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

DevelopU training platform

Job summary

TreeHouse Foods in Cambridge, MD, is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead the day-to-day maintenance of the plant and oversee a team of technicians to ensure equipment runs safely and reliably.

You will implement preventive maintenance, coordinate inspections, and drive continuous improvement while upholding safety, quality, and regulatory standards. A strong background in industrial maintenance and leadership is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a related degree is a plus.
• Minimum 3–5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Strong leadership, team management and communication skills.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, quality control procedures, and inventory management.
• Experience with SAP and procurement software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of maintenance technicians to ensure proper maintenance and timely repairs.
• Assign tasks and prioritize activities based on urgency and equipment criticality.
• Develop and implement a preventive maintenance program to reduce downtime.
• Monitor inspections, lubrication, cleaning, and calibration of machinery.
• Coordinate emergency repairs to minimize downtime and impact on operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain maintenance logs, reports, and documentation.
• Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Troubleshooting

Decision making

Safety awareness

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Engineering/Maintenance degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor

Location: Cambridge, MD – Job Type: Production Maintenance – Shift: Second Shift – Employment: Full time.

About the Role

As a Maintenance Supervisor, you will be a key player in shaping a supportive and engaging work environment for the Cambridge, MD plant, a manufacturer of quality aseptic products. You will oversee the day‑to‑day maintenance operations of the facility, ensuring that all machinery, equipment, and systems are functioning efficiently and safely. This position involves supervising a team of maintenance technicians, coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance activities, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of maintenance technicians to ensure proper maintenance practices and timely repairs.
• Assign tasks and prioritize maintenance activities based on urgency and criticality of equipment.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive preventive maintenance program to reduce equipment downtime and increase reliability.
• Monitor and schedule regular inspections, lubrication, cleaning, and calibration of machinery and equipment.
• Coordinate and prioritize emergency repairs, ensuring minimal downtime and disruption to operations.
• Ensure that maintenance activities comply with safety standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and assist in implementing corrective actions to resolve safety issues.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, reports, and documentation on all maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections.
• Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence of problems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a degree in Engineering, Maintenance Management or a related field is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, quality control procedures, and inventory management.
• Excellent problem‑solving, troubleshooting, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and procurement software such as SAP.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office is preferred.

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position is $76,200 - $114,200 USD annually. Compensation is based on qualifications, experience, and other factors.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits program with immediate eligibility.
• 401(k) program with a 5% employer match and 100% vesting upon enrollment.
• Comprehensive paid time off: four weeks of vacation, five sick days, parental leave, and 11 company holidays (including two floating holidays).
• Career development: paid training, tuition reimbursement, and access to the DevelopU platform with more than 10,000 courses.
• Inclusive work environment fostering diverse professional relationships.
• Opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups and access wellness and employee assistance programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TreeHouse Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type and provides accommodations for applicants who require them. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.