Maintenance Supervisor

Schwan's Company; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 68,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

CJ Schwan’s is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for 2nd shift to lead daily maintenance activities, ensuring safety and reliability in a fast-paced food production environment. You will drive KPI improvements, supervise a maintenance team, and manage a CMMS-driven workflow alongside contractors and vendors.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 3+ years of related experience, and strong knowledge of plant maintenance systems, safety regulations, and tools like SAP PM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred
• 3+ years related experience
• Knowledge of fasteners, lubrication, mechanical drive, pneumatics, hydraulics, fabrication, electrical power & control systems, production/process, refrigeration, boilers, HVAC, and CMMS.
• Food plant production and processing equipment knowledge preferred
• Safety, EPA, USDA, sanitation standards knowledge preferred
• Previous supervisor experience
• MS Office and Outlook; SAP experience beneficial
• Basic math and problem-solving skills for reports
• Willing to work any shift and be on 24-hour call

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe work environment and compliance with safety regulations.
• Lead and prioritize maintenance activities to support production needs.
• Monitor maintenance KPIs, equipment reliability, and root cause analysis.
• Oversee repairs, outages, contractors, and vendor work.
• Manage maintenance budget, CMMS (SAP PM or equivalent) compliance, and spare parts.
• Improve shop organization and equipment condition (5S, CIL, defect elimination).
• Develop, coach, and manage maintenance team members, including hiring and performance.
• Promote adherence to company values, policies, and standards of conduct.

Skills

Fasteners

Lubrication

Mechanical drive

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Fabrication

Electrical power

Electrical control

Production/process

Refrigeration

Boilers

HVAC

CMMS

SAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred

Tools

SAP PM

MS Office

Outlook

Job description

At CJ Schwan’s, we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs. Smith’s®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together.

Maintenance Supervisor - 2nd shift

Typically from 7 am- 3:30 pm

What You Will Do:

• Ensure a safe work environment and full compliance with company, state, and federal safety regulations.

• Lead and prioritize daily maintenance activities (preventive, corrective, and reactive) to support production needs.

• Monitor and drive maintenance KPIs, equipment reliability, and root cause problem-solving efforts.

• Oversee equipment repairs, outages, contractors, and vendor work execution.

• Manage maintenance budget, CMMS compliance (SAP PM or equivalent), and spare parts availability.

• Improve shop organization and equipment condition through 5S, CIL, and defect elimination practices.

• Develop, coach, and manage maintenance team members, including hiring and performance management.

• Promote adherence to company values, policies, and standards of conduct.

What We Look For:

• Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred

• Typically has 3+ years related experience

• Must have knowledge and skills in the technologies of fasteners, lubrication, mechanical drive systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, fabrication, electrical power systems, electrical control systems, production/process, refrigeration, boilers, HVAC, and computerized maintenance management systems.

• Working knowledge of food plant production and processing equipment preferred.

• Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety, EPA regulations, USDA and sanitation standards preferred.

• Must have previous supervisor experience.

• Basic PC skills including expertise with MS Office and Outlook. SAP experience beneficial.

• Must have basic mathematical and problem-solving skills to generate and maintain departmental reports.

• Must be capable and willing to work any shift and be on 24-hour call for emergency situations as necessary.

What We Offer:

The base salary range for this position is $68,000 to $113,000 annually, with eligibility for a 10 % annual incentive bonus based on organizational performance. The range reflects factors such as experience, skills, education, certifications, and location, and starting salary may fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall well-being, including comprehensive health benefits, time off programs, and retirement and financial offerings

CJ Schwan’s and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. For accommodation requests or assistance with the application, please email [e-mail].