Maintenance Supervisor Job Opening in the Sayre, Pennsylvania Area

JMJ PHILLIP; Sayre (Bradford County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to join their maintenance team. This crucial role involves leading and mentoring a large team, overseeing training, and ensuring operational excellence while meeting food safety standards. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, technical expertise in PLCs and automated systems, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Three years of leadership experience in maintenance or five years in an industrial setting.
• Ability to work 10-12 hour shifts.
• Experience with automated machinery control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of up to 40 maintenance technicians.
• Oversee maintenance staff training and growth.
• Manage emergency maintenance situations and multiple projects.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Project Management

Quality Assurance

Education

Associates or Technical Degree

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

PLCs

MAXIMO

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to join a leading food production company. This position is a pivotal part of the maintenance team and is ideal for someone who excels in leadership and is committed to professional development and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of up to 40 maintenance technicians, fostering a high-functioning work environment.
• Collaborate effectively with Production and Quality Assurance departments.
• Oversee the training and professional growth of all maintenance staff.
• Provide guidance and direction to maintenance personnel, managing plant facilities, grounds, and equipment maintenance.
• Respond promptly to emergency maintenance situations, coordinating skilled craftspersons to minimize downtime.
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring efficient use of materials for work orders and prioritizing critical system maintenance.
• Lead the department’s quality systems to achieve set quality goals.
• Coordinate and enhance sanitation programs to meet food safety standards.
• Recommend improvements for labor efficiency, cost savings, and quality in team operations.

Required Qualifications:

• Associates or Technical Degree with three years of leadership experience, or five years of experience in an industrial setting, including three years in a leadership role.
• Capability to work 10-12-hour shifts.
• Proficient with PLCs and automated machinery control systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or related field.
• Four years of experience as a maintenance supervisor, ideally in a dairy manufacturing environment (cheese, yogurt, cream, or milk).
• Familiarity with Work Order Execution systems, preferably MAXIMO.

The ideal candidate will be humble, inquisitive, patient, collaborative, innovative, results-oriented, and resilient. This role offers a career growth opportunity for those willing to invest their efforts. If you have a strong background in industrial maintenance and leadership, and seek a challenging yet rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.