Maintenance Supervisor

Charcuterie; Mapleville (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Charcuterie in Mapleville, RI, seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to lead and coordinate daily activities of maintenance technicians. Responsibilities include ensuring adherence to safety procedures, overseeing equipment repairs, and collaborating with production teams.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of industrial maintenance experience, strong leadership skills, and a technical certification preferred. The role may require overtime and is physically demanding.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in industrial maintenance, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in food manufacturing or USDA-regulated environments is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of maintenance technicians across all shifts.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed and work areas comply with safety standards.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of equipment and facility systems.
• Collaborate with production teams to prioritize tasks with minimal disruption.

Skills

Leadership and team coordination

Mechanical troubleshooting and repair

Blueprints and schematics interpretation

CMMS familiarity

Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Precision measuring tools usage

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent decision-making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification in industrial maintenance

Job description

Mon-Fri 2:30-finish, occasional Saturdays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of maintenance technicians across all shifts.
• Ensure all safety procedures are followed, and work areas meet the highest safety standards.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of production equipment, utilities, and facility systems.
• Collaborate with production teams to schedule and prioritize maintenance tasks with minimal disruption.
• Monitor equipment performance and initiate corrective actions to reduce downtime and improve reliability.
• Conduct root cause analysis for equipment failures and implements long-term solutions.
• Maintain and update CMMS records, ensuring accurate documentation of work orders and maintenance logs.
• Train and mentor maintenance staff on procedures, safety, troubleshooting, and equipment operation.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and emergency response drills.
• Support capital projects and equipment installations in collaboration with engineering and operations.
• Manage spare parts inventory and coordinate procurement of critical components.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and maintenance efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, USDA, FSQ, and internal safety and sanitation standards.
• Review and approve work orders, ensuring proper prioritization and resource allocation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for escalated maintenance issues during assigned shifts.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team coordination skills, including task delegation and performance coaching.
• Advanced mechanical troubleshooting and repair capabilities across a wide range of industrial equipment.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Familiarity with CMMS platforms and digital maintenance tracking systems.
• Solid understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Skilled in the use of precision measuring tools and diagnostic instruments.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across departments.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and make sound decisions under pressure.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical certification in industrial maintenance or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in industrial maintenance, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or lead role
• Experience in food manufacturing or USDA-regulated environments is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Requires standing, bending, lifting, and operating machinery for extended periods.
• May involve exposure to noise, heat, cold, and industrial chemicals.
• Overtime, weekend, or on-call shifts may be required based on production needs.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory in designated areas.