Maintenance Supervisor

The Hershey Company; Hazle Township, Town of Islip (PA, NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Shift Maintenance Supervisor to oversee maintenance operations and ensure asset reliability. This role involves managing maintenance planning, supporting continuous improvement efforts, and collaborating with various teams to enhance operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in engineering, with significant experience in maintenance and technical roles. If you're ready to lead a dedicated team and drive process improvements in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity could be your next career move.

Qualifications

• Ability to coach and manage others to achieve results.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of reliability methods to maintain asset performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance planning and scheduling processes.
• Support improvement of maintenance processes for asset reliability.
• Lead daily shift huddles and schedule maintenance personnel.

Skills

Coaching and Management

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Change Management

Reliability Methods

Education

B.S. in Engineering or related discipline

3+ years of maintenance or technical experience

Tools

SAP-PM

Lean Manufacturing

TPM

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor

Posted Date:

Apr 14, 2025

Requisition Number:

124903

Location: Hazleton, PA

Please note that this is a 3rd shift position.

Summary:

The Shift Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for the shift maintenance and asset reliability of production and process equipment, and it will support the maintenance strategies & drive process in support of the Hershey Lean program.

Responsibilities:

• Shift management of the maintenance planning and scheduling processes through work-order (SAP) prioritization and scheduling for maintenance activities.


• The Shift Maintenance Supervisor will support the improvement of maintenance processes to ensure sustainable asset reliability, including preventative and predictive measures working with Business Unit Reliability Leads and Planners


• Collaborates with the Technical Assurance group to ensure asset management and inventory accuracy, and responsible for driving related maintenance financial efficiency.


• Support capital project work on your shift


• Accountable for the daily management systems supporting continuous improvement efforts, including defect handling and breakdown elimination (root cause analysis), while supporting equipment centerline and autonomous maintenance activities.


• Lead daily shift huddles and schedule maintenance personnel


• Engages with Mechanics, Electricians & Operators, providing training and coaching to promote ownership of equipment and processes

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform major duties/responsibilities:

• Ability to coach and manage others to achieve results, following all safety, quality, and productivity policies and procedures


• Strong critical thinking, problem solving, prioritization, and data analysis skills


• Ability to effectively drive change in a fast-paced environment


• Ability to manage and support both short term and long-term maintenance strategies


• Ability to function independently and make decisions to maintain plant operations


• Knowledge of reliability methods and practices to maintain asset performance

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• B.S. degree in Engineering or related discipline preferred - Equivalent technical experience will be considered


• Minimum of 3 years of maintenance, planning, or technical experience required


• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and TPM preferred


• Experience with SAP-PM or other CMMS preferred

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