Maintenance Supervisor

DOLE Fresh Vegetables; Soledad (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in California seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee 3rd shift operations. Responsibilities include managing preventive maintenance, ensuring safety compliance, and leading a team of mechanics. Candidates should have 1-3 years of technical experience or 5-7 years in maintenance, with a preferred engineering degree. This role offers opportunities for growth within the manufacturing sector and requires effective communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a technical field or 5-7 years of maintenance experience.
• In-depth technical knowledge of production equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 3rd shift maintenance operations.
• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance inspections.
• Ensure adherence to safety and GMP guidelines.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

HVAC systems

VFFS baggers

Refrigeration equipment

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor

Responsible for leading the 3rd shift maintenance personnel and ensuring all maintenance work and scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) are completed in a timely fashion under the direction of the Maintenance Manager. Maintain employee health and safety, product safety, and environmental protection while enhancing plant performance and business objectives.

Major Responsibilities and Tasks/Duties

• Oversee and lead 3rd shift maintenance operations.
• Close out pending maintenance items passed down from 1st and 2nd shift supervisors.
• Provide Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) support for sanitation operations.
• Support plant start‑up operations in coordination with QA and Operations.
• Support off‑hour (non‑production) projects as needed.
• Lead a team of mechanics in carrying out preventive/corrective maintenance inspections during shift operations and non‑production days to ensure equipment availability.
• Champion site safety objectives through leadership and effective communication; assist Site Leadership and Safety Management Representative in implementing safety projects, upgrades, or improvements.
• Ensure the maintenance team maintains an attitude of absolute intolerance for unsafe situations.
• Implement and monitor an effective PM program for existing and new equipment; ensure work orders and assignments are completed timely.
• Oversee operation and tracking of parts room, maintaining required spare parts inventory.
• Maintain records of equipment repair costs.
• Foster good human relations, communication, and leadership skills with supervisors, peers, and subordinates.
• Coordinate scheduled maintenance and machine changeovers in conjunction with production schedules.
• Develop and meet training needs and development programs to upgrade competencies and maintenance effectiveness.
• Prepare studies and assignments requested by Engineering and Maintenance Leadership.
• Plan annual maintenance requirements, including budgeting and M&R tracking.
• Supervise contractors as needed.
• Maintain productive relationships with counterparts at other affiliated facilities to learn from shared experiences.
• Review and evaluate personnel performance, safety, and training.
• Follow all food safety requirements and GMP guidelines.

Job Specific Competencies

• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in a technical field and a bachelor’s degree, or 5–7 years of maintenance experience in a technical field for candidates without a degree.
• In-depth technical knowledge and experience with VFFS baggers, product scales, film feed systems, case printers, and other production equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting, operating, and maintenance skills across refrigeration, boilers, HVAC, wastewater, compressed air, vacuum, and high‑voltage systems.
• Knowledge of HACCP, FSMA, and relevant food safety regulations.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and mechanical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to comprehend and contribute to financial analysis and business drivers.
• Knowledge of AMM, NEMT, and industrial service.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex systems and report effectively under pressure.

Internal & External Relations

• Internal: Plant Manager, Sr. Manager Facilities & Maintenance, Production, QA, Shipping, Receiving, HR, Finance, and Production Leadership.
• External: Auditors and Vendors.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field is strongly preferred.

Employee Management

• Supervises between 15–20 hourly employees.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to maneuver around an array of equipment; bend, stoop, kneel, climb ladders and/or stairs.
• Exposure to fumes and airborne particles.
• Ability to work in a cold environment.

Work Hours & Travel Requirements

• Ability to work beyond regular business hours, including weekends.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Ability to work various shifts (3rd Shift/Night Shift).

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Manufacturing

Industries

Food and Beverage Manufacturing