Plant Maintenance Supervisor — Lead TPM & Optimization

Smithfield Foods; North East (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance teams across plant, facilities, utilities, and powerhouse, ensuring peak production performance and equipment reliability.

You will oversee preventive maintenance, planning, and troubleshooting, while coaching staff and maintaining compliant documentation. This role emphasizes leadership, safety, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field with 2+ years of relevant experience
• Ability to lead, train, and mentor staff
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Lead Maintenance Mechanics and Electricians in predictive and preventative maintenance.
• Plan and schedule maintenance with Production, TPM, SOPs, Safety, etc.
• Develop and monitor KPIs for maintenance performance and reporting.
• Ensure maintenance tasks comply with USDA regulations and maintain records.
• Provide crisis management and continuity in absence of key personnel.
• Foster positive employee experience through coaching and development.

Skills

Team leadership

Training & coaching

Problem solving

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Willing to work long hours

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance teams across plant, facilities, utilities, and powerhouse, ensuring peak production performance and equipment reliability.

You will oversee preventive maintenance, planning, and troubleshooting, while coaching staff and maintaining compliant documentation. This role emphasizes leadership, safety, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.