Maintenance Supervisor

Masis Professional Group; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Masis Professional Group is assisting a leading food manufacturer in Medford, MA to hire a Maintenance Supervisor for the plant. The role oversees Maintenance Mechanics and Support personnel, directing work, training, and performance reviews to maximize uptime and comply with safety and USDA standards.

The ideal candidate has over 3 years of supervisory experience in food manufacturing maintenance, with strong mechanical/electrical skills and knowledge of lockout/tagout, pumps, valves, and

Qualifications

• Candidates must have 3+ years of verifiable experience supervising food manufacturing equipment maintenance.
• Ammonia refrigeration experience/certification is highly desired.
• Experience working in a USDA environment is a plus; related training is beneficial.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment and use computer software.

Responsibilities

• Manage plant maintenance employees and activities.
• Motivate and ensure safety of maintenance staff under supervision.
• Coach and develop a strong maintenance team.
• Meet production volume goals, reduce downtime and costs.
• Identify and resolve recurring equipment problems.
• Set up and oversee Preventive Maintenance activities.
• Prepare operational paperwork and reports.
• Maintain good relationships with USDA expectations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Strong mechanical skills

Mechanical and electrical debugging

Pumps valves pneumatic hydraulic

Lockout/tagout knowledge

Preventive maintenance

Process and packaging equipment

Verbal and written communication

Education

3+ years supervising food manufacturing maintenance

Ammonia refrigeration experience/certification

USDA environment experience

Technical training optional

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Masis Professional Group is assisting our client in searching for a Direct Hire, Maintenance Supervisor.

Our client is a leading food manufacturer, specializing in delivering foods and snacks with unparalleled quality and flavor.

This plant-based role is responsible for supervising and executing all aspects of the Maintenance department, overseeing a team of Maintenance Mechanics and Maintenance Support personnel. The Maintenance Supervisor will lead, manage, execute, train, and mentor maintenance personnel, be capable of leading and working in a team environment, possess good written and verbal communication skills, problem-solving ability, conflict resolution skills, strong interpersonal skills, and an ability to adapt to changing situations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for scheduling, assigning, and directing work, as well as appraising performance. Regular review, production and operating reports will ensure that any operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems can be addressed in a timely manner to

ensure minimum cost and operational delays.

Successful Maintenance Supervisors set the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of maintenance employees. They directly supervise non-supervisory (lead/technician) employees, possess the ability to handle multiple projects and assignments, have the ability to train,

develop, and evaluate employees to meet future needs. They have good general knowledge of software/technology experience (MS Office, S&P, etc.) and work well with people at all levels.

They help ensure the utmost quality of all products being produced and packaged at their location

• Manage plant maintenance employees and activities
• Responsible for the motivation and safety of those employees under their supervision
• Coach and develop a strong team of maintenance technicians
• Must be able to meet volume goals, reduce claims, maximize yields, and reduce cost
• Identify and resolve recurring equipment problems
• Set up Preventive Maintenance activities
• Prepare operational paperwork
• Maintain good working relationships with the USDA

Competencies and Skills:

• Good communication skills, verbal and written.
• Strong mechanical skills.
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with pumps, valves, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Have a good understanding of Lockout/tagout.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Must have knowledge of Process and Packaging Equipment.

The Ideal Candidate will have the Following Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• The candidate must have 3+ years of verifiable experience in supervising food manufacturing equipment maintenance.
• Ammonia Refrigeration Experience/Certification highly desired.
• Experience working in a USDA environment is a plus. Any certifications or equivalent technical
• training are a plus.
• The ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Computer-literate and able to use associated software programs.

Competencies and Skills:

• Good communication skills, verbal and written
• Strong mechanical skills
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Experience with pumps, valves, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Have a good understanding of Lockout/tagout
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment
• Must have knowledge of Process and Packaging Equipment

Physical Demands:

• Ability to perform duties both outside and inside in varying conditions, including extreme heat, extreme cold and wet, and/or humid, etc.