Maintenance Supervisor - 3rd shift

H. T. PROF Group; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group in Wisconsin is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for the 3rd shift to lead maintenance teams in installation, repair, and preventive maintenance of critical plant equipment, ensuring production lines run at peak performance and downtime is minimized.

You will develop and implement maintenance systems, monitor KPIs, train staff, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. A strong electro-mechanical background with ammonia refrigeration expertise will help

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience leading teams and mentoring staff.
• Strong electro-mechanical and ammonia refrigeration knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead Maintenance Mechanics and Electricians in proactive maintenance and repairs.
• Train staff on safe work methods and procedures.
• Supervise maintenance systems, processes, and documentation.
• Coordinate maintenance with Production to minimize downtime.
• Develop and implement TPM, SOPs, safety, and preventive maintenance.
• Provide troubleshooting support and root-cause analyses for equipment failures.
• Develop and monitor KPIs for maintenance performance and reliability.
• Provide status updates to maintenance management.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Maintenance planning

Electrical & mechanical skills

Ammonia refrigeration

Root cause analysis

Communication

Microsoft Office

Safety procedures

TPM / PM systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

PLC/Instrumentation

SCADA/Control systems

Work order systems

Inventory software

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Supervisor – 3 rd shift

Location: Cudahy, Wisconsin

Job Summary of the Maintenance Supervisor: The 3 rd shift Maintenance Supervisor will lead the maintenance teams in the installation, repair, and preventive maintenance of all critical equipment across the plant, facilities, utilities, and powerhouse. You will oversee the maintenance of key processes and keep product flows and production lines running at their peak, driving performance and contributing to the overall success of the facility.

Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Maintenance Supervisor:

• 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:

• 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.
• Food Manufacturing background or similar type industries.
• Ammonia Refrigeration background desired.
• Strong electro‑mechanical skillset required.
• Strong root cause analysis background.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Advanced technical skills in ammonia refrigeration, high‑pressure boiler, compressed air, mechanical and electrical fields (e.g., PLCs, instrumentation, mechanical engineering, etc.) and is 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.