Maintenance Supervisor

Redbarn Pet Products LLC; Great Bend (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

FSA and HSA

Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick

Life and AD&D Insurance

Employee Discounts on pet food

Job summary

Redbarn Pet Products seeks an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead the Production Maintenance Team and ensure safe, efficient operation of production machinery. This role supervises technicians handling electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance, while supporting production schedules and GMP, food safety standards.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, supervisory experience or extensive maintenance background, and strong troubleshooting skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience or 3 years of industrial maintenance technician experience; 5 years of experience in a similar production environment preferred.
• Technical education, specialized industrial maintenance training, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, schedule, and support Production Maintenance Technicians.
• Coordinate maintenance work orders and verify completion.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic equipment.

Skills

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Blueprints

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Supervisory experience

Industrial maintenance training

Tools

PLC knowledge

Electrical testing tools

Job description

About Us

Redbarn Pet Products was co-founded in 1996 by lifelong friends Jeff Baikie and Howie Bloxam, who met as 12-year-olds on a hockey rink in Canada. Inspired by a shared passion for wholesome, high-quality dog food, they built a company that has grown to a family of 500 members, offering over 200 foods, treats, and chews. As a family-owned business for over 25 years, Redbarn’s culture is rooted in the belief that they are more than just a team—they are a family.

Description

About Us

Redbarn Pet Products was co-founded in 1996 by lifelong friends Jeff Baikie and Howie Bloxam, who met as 12-year-olds on a hockey rink in Canada. Inspired by a shared passion for wholesome, high-quality dog food, they built a company that has grown to a family of 500 members, offering over 200 foods, treats, and chews. As a family-owned business for over 25 years, Redbarn’s culture is rooted in the belief that they are more than just a team—they are a family.

Why Join Us

• Competitive pay, based on experience
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Discounts on pet food

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead our Production Maintenance Team and ensure the safe, efficient operation and maintenance of production machinery and equipment. This role supervises technicians performing electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance and repairs while supporting production schedules and company safety, GMP, and food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, schedule, and support Production Maintenance Technicians.
• Assign, prioritize, and verify completion of maintenance work orders.
• Troubleshoot and assist with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic equipment issues.
• Oversee installation, repair, modification, and preventive maintenance of production equipment.
• Modify and troubleshoot equipment controls and programmable controllers.
• Coordinate parts and materials needed for maintenance projects.
• Review production schedules and allocate technician resources accordingly.
• Ensure maintenance activities are properly documented and completed on time.
• Promote safe work practices and enforce company safety policies.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, production efficiency, and product quality.
• Track and approve employee time using the company’s time and attendance system.
• Work hands-on with the maintenance team on the production floor as needed.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, training, performance management, and employee development.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with other departments and supervisors.
• Follow all GMP, food safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience or 3 years of industrial maintenance technician experience; 5 years of experience in a similar production environment preferred.
• Technical education, specialized industrial maintenance training, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical procedures, work orders, and equipment documentation.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced production environment.

Physical Requirements

• Must be physically able to work in wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision includes close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; bend, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.

Redbarn® Pet Products is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Redbarn® Pet Products, complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, please contact Human Resources at [phone].