Maintenance Supervisor - Food Manufacturing

Jobot; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual/Performance Bonuses

Sign-on Bonus

Incredible Growth Options

401(k) matching

Dental Insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Supervisor for a high-volume food production facility in California. You will lead a skilled maintenance team while executing preventive maintenance strategies and ensuring safety, food safety, and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with operations, EHS, and QA to meet safety, quality, and cost goals, while coaching staff and driving continuous improvement in a USDA-regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in maintenance within a food manufacturing or USDA-regulated facility.
• Strong technical background in mechanical, electrical, and automation systems (PLCs, VFDs, sensors).
• Experience managing preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Working knowledge of CMMS systems and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of maintenance technicians, providing daily guidance, scheduling, and support.
• Ensure safe working conditions for all maintenance activities; enforce LOTO, Confined Space, Fall Protection, and Electrical Safety protocols.
• Conduct safety training sessions, drills, and promote a culture of accountability and recognition.
• Drive food safety and regulatory compliance in coordination with QA and plant leadership.
• Lead the execution of Preventive Maintenance (PM) programs with a focus on OEE-based performance.
• Utilize CMMS and other digital systems for downtime tracking, work orders, and asset history.
• Work cross‑functionally with vendors and contractors for routine inspections, equipment repairs, and capital improvements.
• Use continuous improvement tools (5S, 5 Whys, Gemba, FMEA, Pareto, etc.) to improve plant reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Support troubleshooting of production line issues, including grinding systems, robotics, PLCs, and VFDs.
• Track and improve KPIs: planned vs. unplanned work, labor utilization, PM adherence, cost of maintenance, and breakdown frequency.
• Develop training plans to build the team’s technical skills and safety knowledge.
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and promote a collaborative, positive team environment.

Skills

Leadership

PLCs & Automation

Safety & Compliance

Preventive Maintenance

CMMS

Team Coaching

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Job Details

Maintenance Supervisor - West Coast Leader in protein manufacturing

Salary: $85,000 - $110,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a leading food manufacturing company with a long history of producing high-quality food products for over 75 years. Our commitment to quality and innovation has allowed us to maintain a strong reputation in the industry as being one of the largest food processors on the west coast. We offer a wide range of food products, all made from the freshest ingredients and processed using the latest technology.

As a company that values its employees, we provide a supportive work environment that encourages personal and professional growth. We offer competitive compensation packages, health benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

Why join us?

• Annual/Performance Bonuses
• Sign-on Bonus
• Incredible Growth Options
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Job Details

We’re seeking a hands‑on Maintenance Supervisor to lead a skilled maintenance team within a high‑volume food production facility. This role is critical to executing preventive maintenance strategies while ensuring full compliance with safety, food safety, and operational standards.

You’ll partner closely with operations, environmental health & safety, and quality assurance teams to ensure the plant meets its goals in safety, product quality, equipment reliability, and cost control. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who understands how to maintain complex systems—including automation, utilities, and food processing equipment—while also coaching a team and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of maintenance technicians, providing daily guidance, scheduling, and support
• Ensure safe working conditions for all maintenance activities; enforce LOTO, Confined Space, Fall Protection, and Electrical Safety protocols
• Conduct safety training sessions, drills, and promote a culture of accountability and recognition
• Drive food safety and regulatory compliance in coordination with QA and plant leadership
• Lead the execution of Preventive Maintenance (PM) programs with a focus on OEE-based performance
• Utilize CMMS and other digital systems for downtime tracking, work orders, and asset history
• Work cross‑functionally with vendors and contractors for routine inspections, equipment repairs, and capital improvements
• Use continuous improvement tools (5S, 5 Whys, Gemba, FMEA, Pareto, etc.) to improve plant reliability and reduce unplanned downtime
• Support troubleshooting of production line issues, including grinding systems, robotics, PLCs, and VFDs
• Track and improve KPIs: planned vs. unplanned work, labor utilization, PM adherence, cost of maintenance, and breakdown frequency
• Develop training plans to build the team’s technical skills and safety knowledge
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and promote a collaborative, positive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in maintenance within a food manufacturing or USDA‑regulated facility
• Strong technical background in mechanical, electrical, and automation systems (PLCs, VFDs, sensors)
• Experience managing preventive and predictive maintenance strategies
• Working knowledge of CMMS systems and continuous improvement methodologies
• Clear understanding of safety, food safety, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Strong communication and leadership skills; ability to train, mentor, and hold teams accountable
• Certifications in electrical, mechanical, or industrial maintenance preferred

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