Plant Maintenance Supervisor

LE1 See’s Candy Shops, Incorporated; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) eligibility

Generous medical benefits

Vacation and sick time

Parental leave

Job summary

LE1 See’s Candy Shops, Incorporated is seeking a skilled Maintenance Manager to oversee plant maintenance operations. You will supervise maintenance personnel and ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations, enhancing operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of relevant experience and strong skills in plant machinery maintenance and supervision. The position offers a competitive salary range of $100k–$108k annually, alongside a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, 401(k) eligibility, and vacation time.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in plant machinery and equipment maintenance.
• Strong computer skills including MS Office tools: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Proven ability to learn new technologies quickly.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the maintenance of production and packaging equipment.
• Oversee night-shift maintenance personnel and manage their development.
• Order equipment, parts, and supplies as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety and governmental regulations.
• Lead Food Safety and Quality efforts.

Skills

Supervising and motivational skills

Communication and technical skills

Experience in preventive maintenance programs

Proficiency in MS Office tools

Education

Degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience

Job description

Position Summary

This position supervises personnel, projects, and activities in the plant maintenance department to ensure reliable and cost‑effective performance of plant processes.

Responsibilities

1. Supervises the maintenance of all production and packaging equipment and machines, ensuring cost-effectiveness, a high standard of upkeep and compliance with all safety and budgetary requirements.
2. Supervises night‑shift plant maintenance personnel, including training and development, performance management and planning, organizing and coordinating the activities of the plant maintenance staff.
3. Orders equipment, parts and supplies, as approved by the Sr. Manager of Plant Maintenance & Process Development.
4. Coaches and oversees updated entries in plant maintenance software; ensures tasks for preventive maintenance are catalogued in the system and completed.
5. Assists in R&D projects and installations with Sr. Director of Process Development – R&D.
6. Assists in the activities associated with plant sanitation to ensure the work environment is maintained in accordance with See’s standards for cleanliness and safety. Responsible for leading Food Safety and Quality efforts with the designated SQF Practitioner.
7. Assists with Emergency Preparedness Program.
8. Ensures plant and employee compliance with all governmental regulations and agencies such as OSHA, EPA, FDA, FSMA, and local building, health and other codes.
9. Responsible to identify opportunities to enhance technology and innovation that will enhance departmental effectiveness.
10. In the absence of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Manager will assume plant responsibility under the leadership and guidance of the Plant Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Five to ten years’ experience in plant machinery and equipment maintenance, including preventive maintenance programs, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and boiler maintenance.
2. Computer skills including MS Office tools: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint.
3. Preferable degree in the Engineering field or equivalent work experience; bilingual English/Spanish with a plus!
4. Strong supervising and motivational skills. Excellent communication and technical skills.
5. Proven ability to learn new technologies quickly and manage change efficiently, proactively and in a positive manner.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay range: $100k–$108k annually. Base pay offered may vary based on market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

The compensation package may also include other elements, in addition to a full range of generous medical, financial, and other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility, vacation, sick time, and parental leave). Benefit details will be provided upon offer.

Employment Status

At‑will employment. The company reserves the right to modify base salary and other discretionary compensation at any time based on individual performance, group performance, or market factors.

EEO Statement

See’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.