Maintenance Supervisor

Gold Star Foods; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

C&C Produce, a division of GS Food Group, seeks a Maintenance Supervisor in Kansas City, MO to lead daily maintenance operations and support production uptime.

You will supervise technicians, coordinate preventive maintenance, and drive continuous improvement across electrical, hydraulic, PLC, HVAC, and sanitation systems. This role requires after-hours support and strong safety and documentation practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years maintenance experience in warehouse, food distribution, manufacturing, or industrial environments.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of PLC systems, hydraulics, electrical systems, HVAC, plumbing & automation equipment.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical issues independently.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and perform physical activity including standing, bending, climbing, and kneeling.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Technical certification in HVAC, Refrigeration, Building Maintenance Technology, or related field preferred.
• Availability to respond to after-hours calls, including evenings and weekends as operational needs require.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, schedule, and support maintenance technicians to ensure timely completion of preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Provide training, coaching, and performance management to maintenance team members.
• Prioritize work orders and assign tasks based on operational needs and production schedules.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.
• Oversee routine preventive maintenance on facility equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, PLC, HVAC, and automation issues.
• Ensure proper repair or replacement of malfunctioning equipment and components.
• Conduct and oversee electrical system testing, including continuity checks and wiring inspections.
• Manage general facility repairs including plumbing, carpentry, welding, fabrication (metal/plastic), and light construction.
• Support emergency maintenance during equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Review and ensure completion of daily pre-operational equipment inspections.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, service records, and repair documentation.
• Coordinate with operations leadership to align maintenance activities with production demands.
• Assist with vendor coordination and external service providers as needed.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

PLC systems

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

HVAC

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PLC programming tools

Diagnostic equipment

Hand tools

Job description

TITLE: Maintenance Supervisor

DIVISION: Maintenance REPORTS TO: VP of Operations

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

Company Overview

C&C Produce, a division of GS Food Group, has been a trusted name in the wholesale produce industry since its founding in 1992. Headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, C&C Produce has grown from a small family-run business into a leading distributor, serving a diverse range of clients including schools, hospitals, restaurants, and food service providers throughout the Midwest. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and exceptional customer service makes us a trusted partner for businesses in the food service industry. Join our dynamic team and experience a collaborative, growth-focused work environment.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading and overseeing the daily maintenance operations of the facility. This role ensures all equipment, systems, and infrastructure operate safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime. The Maintenance Supervisor provides hands‑on technical support while supervising maintenance technicians, coordinating preventive maintenance programs, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to support operational excellence.

Essential Responsibilities

Leadership & Oversight

• Supervise, schedule, and support maintenance technicians to ensuretimelycompletion of preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Provide training, coaching, and performance management to maintenance team members.
• Prioritize work orders and assign tasks based on operational needs and production schedules.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.

Maintenance Operations

• Oversee and participate in routine preventive maintenance on facility equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, PLC, HVAC, and automation issues.
• Ensure proper repair or replacement of malfunctioning equipment and components.
• Conduct and oversee electrical system testing, including continuity checks and wiring inspections.
• Manage general facility repairs including plumbing, carpentry, welding, fabrication (metal/plastic), and light construction.
• Support emergency maintenance during equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Review and ensure completion of daily pre‑operational equipment inspections.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, service records, and repair documentation.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and facility sanitation requirements.
• Coordinate with operations leadership to align maintenance activities with production demands.
• Assist with vendor coordination and external service providers as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in warehouse, food distribution, manufacturing, or industrial environments.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of PLC systems, hydraulics, electrical systems, andHVAC, plumbing &automation equipment.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical issues independently.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbsand perform physical activity including standing, bending, climbing, and kneeling.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Technical certification in HVAC, Refrigeration, Building Maintenance Technology, or related field preferred.
• Availability to respond to after‑hours calls, including evenings and weekends as operational needs require, and report onsite to perform necessary repairs.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires travel to customer sites, company facilities, and industry events. Work may include long periods of standing or sitting and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.

EOE M/W/VET/DISABLED

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.

Monday- Friday

7am-5pm

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