Plant Maintenance Supervisor — Safety-Driven GMP Leader

The Planet Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Planet Group in Dallas, TX seeks an Industrial Maintenance Supervisor to ensure safe, efficient use of maintenance personnel and resources to support all manufacturing operations. This role reports to the Plant Manager and starts ASAP.

The ideal candidate will oversee mechanical, electrical, pipefitting, and rigging work, drive root cause analysis, and maintain preventive maintenance programs. A strong safety mindset and GMP compliance are essential, with leadership responsibilities across

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of technical maintenance experience.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in food processing, packaging, or food safety environments.
• Strong focus on safety and GMP compliance.

Responsibilities

• Execute maintenance plans in accordance with work schedules.
• Perform and oversee mechanical, electrical, pipefitting, and rigging work.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and drive root cause analysis.
• Maintain production systems, utilities, buildings, and grounds.
• Read and interpret prints, diagrams, specifications, and repair instructions.
• Coordinate emergency and scheduled repairs, including material procurement.
• Manage spare parts purchasing through the PO system.
• Maintain preventive maintenance programs, inspections, and repairs to minimize downtime.
• Supervise and prioritize shift activities to optimize workforce efficiency.
• Assign tasks based on employee skills, experience, and training.
• Lead employee selection, retention, development, performance management, and disciplinary actions.
• Train and develop maintenance personnel to enhance technical proficiency.
• Foster a positive work environment through strong communication, engagement, and morale-building.
• Reinforce safe and high-quality performance through recognition and feedback.
• Document and address performance issues as needed.
• Conduct Job Hazard Analyses and ensure full compliance with safety regulations and occupational health standards.
• Drive and model safety, GMP, environmental, and housekeeping standards.
• Identify and eliminate safety, environmental, and operational hazards.
• Ensure employees are properly trained and equipped to perform work safely.
• Provide and maintain tools, equipment, and resources in safe working condition.
• Analyze maintenance performance and implement efficiency improvements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and process enhancements.
• Ensure adherence to corporate policies and operational standards.
• Track and achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) for the shift/area.
• Prepare and submit accurate daily, weekly, and other required reports.
• Collaborate with facility management to improve safety, quality, reliability, and overall equipment effectiveness
• Work flexible schedules, including shifts, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Root cause analysis

Communication

Operations management

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Operations

Tools

MS Office

M3 or similar systems

Job description

The Planet Group in Dallas, TX seeks an Industrial Maintenance Supervisor to ensure safe, efficient use of maintenance personnel and resources to support all manufacturing operations. This role reports to the Plant Manager and starts ASAP.

The ideal candidate will oversee mechanical, electrical, pipefitting, and rigging work, drive root cause analysis, and maintain preventive maintenance programs. A strong safety mindset and GMP compliance are essential, with leadership responsibilities across