Maintenance Supervisor

Pilgrim; Enterprise (AL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 84,000; Full time

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Schedule

Benefits

PTO

401(k)

Salary range

Bonus plan

Career development

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is seeking a Maintenance Superintendent in Enterprise, AL to supervise and coordinate maintenance across the facility. You will lead maintenance teams to keep production equipment, utilities, and plant systems operating efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years in poultry or food manufacturing maintenance, and experience with refrigeration, PLCs, plumbing, welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical systems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of maintenance experience in poultry or food manufacturing.
• Experience with processing equipment and industrial maintenance systems.
• Strong knowledge of refrigeration and PLC/electrical systems; leadership and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance team responsible for repair, installation, and upkeep of plant equipment, facilities, and utility systems.
• Plan, assign, and monitor work schedules to ensure timely maintenance completion.
• Maintain production equipment to minimize downtime and ensure safety/operational standards.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs for equipment reliability.
• Troubleshoot maintenance issues and support team members in problem-solving.
• Support facility improvements and manage procurement of tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Refrigeration

PLCs/electrical systems

Plumbing

Welding

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Basic computer skills

Haz‑Mat qualified

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition , which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

Pilgrim’s is looking for a Maintenance Superintendent to supervise and coordinate maintenance activities across the facility in Enterprise, AL . This role ensures optimal equipment performance, reliable utility systems, and efficient facility operations while leading maintenance teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise maintenance team responsible for repair, installation, and upkeep of plant equipment, facilities, and utility systems.
• Plan, assign, and monitor work schedules to ensure timely and effective completion of maintenance activities.
• Maintain production equipment to minimize downtime and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs to ensure consistent execution and equipment reliability.
• Troubleshoot maintenance issues and support team members in problem-solving and technical development .
• Support facility improvements and manage procurement of tools, equipment, and supplies to drive efficient operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred;
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of maintenance experience in poultry or food manufacturing. Experience with processing equipment and industrial maintenance systems;
• Skills: Working knowledge of refrigeration, PLCs/electrical systems, proficiency in plumbing, welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical systems, strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, basic computer skills and ability to support maintenance systems, and ability to become Haz‑Mat team qualified.

Why Work for Pilgrim’s ?

• Schedule: Monday – Friday with some weekends;
• Benefits : Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• Paid Time Off: Sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays or, any other statutorily required paid leave;
• 401(k): Company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Base salary : R ange of $69,135 - $83,998 ;
• Discretionary Bonus: This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s tri-annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program;
• Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs; and

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

About Us:

Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value‑added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.

Our Vision:

To become the best and most respected company in our industry creating the opportunity of a better future for our team members.

Our Core Values Are:

Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

Unsolicited Assistance:

Pilgrim's does not accept unsolicited assistance from any recruitment vendors for any of our open jobs. All resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee at Pilgrim's or via the applicant tracking system, in any form without a valid written request and search agreement previously approved by HR, will be solely owned by Pilgrim's. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by Pilgrim's because of an unsolicited referral.