Maintenance Supervisor - 1st & 2nd shifts

True North Consultants, Inc.; Denison (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

True North Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for 1st & 2nd shifts in Denison, IA.

You will lead maintenance teams responsible for installation, repair, and preventive maintenance of critical equipment across the plant, facilities, and utilities to keep production lines running at peak efficiency. The role requires a BS in Engineering with 2+ years of relevant experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and knowledge of ammonia refrigeration and TPM practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Lead training/coaching of staff and mentoring when needed.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities in process issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to work long hours and weekends.
• Advanced technical knowledge in ammonia refrigeration, high‑pressure boilers, and related fields.

Responsibilities

• Lead Maintenance Mechanics and Electricians in predictive and preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Train employees on proper work methods and safety procedures.
• Supervise maintenance systems, processes, and documentation for high performance.
• Coordinate maintenance scheduling with Production to address equipment and facility repairs.
• Develop and implement maintenance systems: PM/TPM/SOPs/Safety, etc.
• Provide long-term solutions and day-to-day support for troubleshooting and failures.
• Develop and monitor KPIs for maintenance performance and provide status reports.
• Ensure maintenance tasks comply with USDA regulations and maintain records and inventory.
• Foster a positive employee experience through leadership, development, and coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Problem solving

Communication

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Ammonia refrigeration

Scheduling software

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

None

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Supervisor – 1st & 2nd shifts

Location: Denison, Iowa

Salary: $80K – 100K plus bonus

Job Summary of the Maintenance Supervisor – 1st & 2nd shifts:

As the Maintenance Supervisor, you'll lead maintenance teams in the installation, repair, and preventive maintenance of all critical equipment across the plant, facilities, utilities, and powerhouse. You’ll be at the forefront of ensuring smooth operations, minimizing mechanical downtime, and maximizing production efficiency. By overseeing the maintenance of key processes, you’ll play a pivotal role in keeping product flows and production lines running at their peak, driving performance and contributing to the overall success of the facility. Your leadership ensures that every piece of equipment works seamlessly, keeping the plant in top shape for optimal production.

Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Maintenance Supervisor –1st & 2nd shifts:

• Lead teams of Maintenance Mechanics and Electricians in predictive and preventative maintenance, as well as machine repairs.
• Train employees on proper work methods and safety procedures.
• Supervise and support maintenance systems, processes, and documentation to ensure high performance.
• Ensure maintenance is scheduled timely and in collaboration with Production to address equipment and facility repairs.
• Develop and implement effective maintenance systems (Prevention and Predictive Maintenance, TPM, SOPs, Safety, etc.).
• Provide long-term solutions and day-to-day support for troubleshooting, problem analysis, and equipment failures.
• Performance Monitoring & Reporting Develop and maintain Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for tracking maintenance performance (e.g., supplier performance, contractor performance, equipment reliability, overall equipment effectiveness). Provide regular status reports to the maintenance management team.
• Ensure maintenance tasks comply with USDA regulations. Maintain accurate records of maintenance work performed and inventory.
• Drive a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching.

Education & Experience Requirements of the Maintenance Supervisor – 1st & 2nd shifts:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering or a related field and 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Experience acting as a lead by providing training, coaching or mentoring to less experienced staff or through managing a process or project.
• Able to lead problem-solving and troubleshooting efforts associated with high-level process issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• May be required to work long hours and weekends.
• Advanced technical skills in ammonia refrigeration, high pressure boiler, compressed air, mechanical and electrical fields (e.g. PLCs, instrumentation, mechanical engineering, etc.) are a plus
• Able to lead resource planning efforts in a large manufacturing environment, preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of maintenance systems, work order processes, preventive/predictive maintenance, TPM, inventory and scheduling software, preferred.
• Strong leadership skills (conflict resolution, facilitation, change management skills, decision making, empowerment and delegation), preferred.
• Good planning and priority setting skills.
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
• Bilingual, preferred.