Maintenance Supervisor

CraftMark; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the bakery industry seeks a Maintenance Leader to support plant operations and ensure food safety compliance. This role involves overseeing maintenance tasks, managing staff, and optimizing equipment reliability. Ideal candidates will have substantial leadership experience, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to safety in team environments. The position operates on a night shift schedule.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledgeable in PM and bakery equipment operations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plant operations and manage a team.
• Develop and train technicians on best practices.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of work orders.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Project Management

Problem Solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Main Purpose of Job

Supports General Plant Safety, Food Safety, Food Defense Initiatives, and Good Manufacturing Practices, recognizing these as absolute priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and train technicians.
• Act as a floor leader responsible for the full operation of the plant.
• Make independent decisions to maintain efficient plant operations.
• Complete all tasks using company-provided tools (CMMS, hand tools, training, etc.).
• Delegate maintenance responsibilities aligned with maintenance goals and PM compliance.
• Oversee, instruct, and assist with projects, line calls, and breakdowns.
• Find, assist, or order parts needed for jobs.
• Review work orders to ensure timely and accurate completion.
• Validate work order data, monitor aging, and control backlog.
• Assist in scheduling routine overhauls, equipment modifications, and projects.
• Provide necessary prints, drawings, or documents for jobs.
• Work with the Reliability Manager to update preventive maintenance schedules to improve equipment reliability.
• Recommend equipment or component replacements based on CMMS data.
• Supervise team activities to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Manage equipment failure recovery through resource management and communication with production and maintenance teams.
• Provide timely feedback, coaching, and mentoring to team members.
• Promote a safe teamwork environment.
• Identify potential cost savings and cost avoidance opportunities.
• Provide daily shift reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned by maintenance management.

Position Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with all levels of operations and maintenance leadership.
• Knowledge of PM, project management, and bakery equipment operations.
• Ability to provide hands-on leadership and contribute to the bakery's success.
• 3+ years of maintenance leadership experience is preferred.

Shift

• Nights, 2-2-3 schedule, 5PM - 5AM.