Maintenance Supervisor

Farmers Union Industries, LLC; Estherville (IA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

401K

Job summary

Farmers Union Industries, LLC is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for our Central Bi-Products facility in Estherville, IA. The role leads maintenance activity, manages schedules, and drives reliability improvements to maximize uptime and safety.

The position requires 3–5 years of mechanical/electrical maintenance experience, 2+ years in supervision, and a valid Class C license. English/Spanish proficiency is desirable, with a competitive benefits package and standard working hours.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in mechanical/electrical maintenance (required)
• 2+ years in a maintenance supervisory role (preferred)
• Ability to obtain/maintain Class C driver’s license
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee routine equipment monitoring and service.
• Create weekly maintenance schedules and delegate work orders.
• Improve maintenance standards, reliability, and uptime.
• Coordinate maintenance with production schedules.
• Assist with new equipment installations and major renovations.
• Supervise and coach maintenance staff; monitor productivity.

Skills

Maintenance supervision

Electrical & mechanical maintenance

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Relevant technical degree

Tools

MS Office

CMMS / computerized maintenance programs

Job description

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at fuillc.com to learn more!
Our Central Bi-Products facility in Estherville, IA collects and transforms porcine from meat processing facilities into high quality-feed ingredients and other consumer and industrial products. Learn more about Central Bi-Products by visiting fuillc.com/central-bi-products/.
We are now seeking applications for the brand-new position of Maintenance Supervisor! We offer a salary of $88K-$95K, based on experience, along with a complete benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, paid holidays, 401K, and so much more!

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 4:30pm

Additional hours may be necessary due to downtime and/or projects

Areas of Accountability

All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork

• Plant Equipment & Process Reliability Project Management
• Team Leadership & Development

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversee and/or physically perform routine equipment monitoring, troubleshooting, and service
• Create weekly maintenance schedules and delegate work orders; develop Maintain X preventative maintenance program and set standards for use
• Continuously improve maintenance standards and predictive and preventative maintenance practices to maximize equipment reliability and uptime
• Help coordinate plant maintenance activities with production schedules
• Establish maintenance repair and replacement standards that meet OEM specifications, and recommend equipment changes while working with existing equipment
• Assist with new equipment installations and help coordinate large renovations or projects
• Monitor employee productivity and performance; providing constructive feedback and coaching when needed
• Work with operations personnel to reduce equipment and process downtime, and improve reliability
• Champion new and existing company policies and train new employees on procedures
• Operate welders, acetylene torches, and air plasma cutters
• Operate bobcats, forklifts, farm tractors, bucket trucks, boom trucks, and Simons lifts
• Ensure all chemicals are properly stored and documented
• Set high standards for plant housekeeping; ensure standards are understood, being achieved, and continuously improved
• Assist other production and maintenance personnel, as needed
• Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance

Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance; or relevant technical degree, required
• 2+ years in maintenance supervisory role, preferred
• Ability to attain and/or maintain a valid Class C driver’s license
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; bilingual skills (English and Spanish), desired
• General knowledge and experience with plant accounting, purchasing, MRO inventory, and capital practices
• Experience with computerized maintenance programs with strong PC skills - MS Office applications.
• Work in a facility that processes pigs

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist level; occasionally lift up to 75 pounds
• Consistently push and/or pull heavy objects
• Consistently bend at the waist and/or knees or crawl
• Consistently climb stairs and/or ladders up to 20 feet or be elevated in scissors lifts up to 40 feet
• Stand up to 100% of the workday
• Ability to work in restricted spaces
• Tolerance of varying environmental conditions – heat, cold, and/or wet and slippery conditions