Packaging Maintenance Supervisor

American Sugar Refining, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the sugar refining industry seeks a Packaging Maintenance Supervisor to oversee maintenance operations, ensuring safety and compliance while maximizing equipment uptime. The role requires strong mechanical knowledge, leadership skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The company offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Healthcare

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• At least five years of related experience; supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety and health standards, eliminate hazards, and promote safety awareness.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs.
• Coordinate daily maintenance to ensure maximum equipment uptime.

Skills

Mechanical Systems

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

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ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England and Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino, C&H, Redpath, Tate & Lyle, Lyle’s and Sidul.

Overview
Responsible for directing and coordinating the maintenance operations, with specific focus on key mechanical maintenance functions, such as preventative and corrective actions on scrolls, pumps and centrifugal machines; to meet objectives in quality, reliability, safety, cost and on-time delivery. The Maintenance Supervisor drives a culture of safety through leading by example, setting expectations and standards, and reinforcing positive behavior during daily business. Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures. Identifies areas of opportunity and develops action plans to address issues, leading successful correction efforts.

Roles & Responsibilities
- Oversee safety and health standards, eliminate hazards, train employees, and promote safety awareness. Manage incident reporting and root cause analysis.
- Take corrective actions to reduce safety risks, maintenance problems, and waste, maximizing equipment availability.
- Review, approve, and schedule maintenance work orders; inspect work for accuracy and timeliness.
- Coordinate daily maintenance to ensure maximum equipment uptime, utilizing available resources effectively.
- Lead maintenance personnel to achieve continuous operation and maximize repair efficiency.
- Monitor compliance with quality and GMP standards.
- Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs, manage resources, and maintain accurate records.
- Interface with vendors for equipment and parts procurement, and manage technical data for modifications or replacements.
- Review costs and implement measures to minimize unnecessary expenses.
- Supervise maintenance and engineering projects, ensuring high-quality workmanship.
- Maintain good housekeeping in all areas and ensure safety protocols are followed.
- Review time cards for accuracy and conduct safety meetings.
- Track expenditures and assist in outage planning and maintenance scheduling.
- Support the Reliability Engineer/Planner in outage planning.

Qualifications & Requirements
- Knowledge of mechanical systems, with electrical knowledge a plus.
- Familiarity with NDT, vibration, and oil analysis reports.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP or similar CMMS platforms.
- Team player with effective communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, including weekends and shifts as needed.

Work Experience
- At least five years of related experience; supervisory experience preferred.
- Experience in a machine shop and equipment garage environment is a plus.

Education
- High School Diploma or GED.

Core Competencies
- Analytical thinking, business acumen, effective communication, customer orientation, trust-building, problem-solving, results orientation, teamwork, change management, developing others, and strategic mindset.

Location
Baltimore, MD

Salary Range: $75,000 - $139,000 plus bonus, based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits include healthcare, 401(k), life insurance, disability, and paid time off.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.