Processing Maintenance Supervisor- Othello, WA

Simplot; Othello (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) savings plan

Paid time off

Relocation assistance (where eligible)

Education assistance

Paid holidays

Benefits details available at simplotb

Job summary

Simplot, a diverse global food and agriculture company, seeks a Process Maintenance Supervisor in its GF Plant – Othello. You will lead maintenance in process areas to maximize efficiency, while maintaining safety, quality, and reliable operations.

The role requires willingness to work nights/weekends and a valid driver license. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of related experience, with potato processing knowledge and strong mechanical aptitude guiding daily decisions and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 3+ years of related maintenance experience.
• Potato processing experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver license and clean driving record.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate maintenance activities in process areas to maximize operating efficiency.
• Maintain process equipment to support reliability and productivity.
• Drive continuous equipment improvements and minimize downtime.
• Ensure plant safety, cleanliness, organization, and presentation.
• Provide technical services to comply with safety, quality, sanitation and environmental standards.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Verbal and written communication

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (B.A./B.S.) from a four-year college or university

Tools

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Welding

Sheet metal work

Millwright trade practices

Basic electrical systems

Job description

The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

The Process Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating maintenance activities within the plant’s process areas to maximize operating efficiency in a safe, cost-effective, and timely manner. This role ensures that process equipment is maintained in top operating condition to support optimal performance, reliability, and productivity.

This position is accountable for maintaining plant process equipment, supporting continuous equipment improvements, and minimizing downtime within their area of responsibility. The Process Maintenance Supervisor also ensures the facility remains clean, organized, and well-presented while driving maintenance excellence across processing operations.

Candidates must be willing and able to work nights and weekends as needed.

Must have a valid Driver License and clean driving record.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures that the Plant Policies, Procedures and Union contracts are administered and followed in a fair and consistent manner.
• Directs the loss control program in their area of accountability, to reduce personal injury accidents, other losses, and to ensure a safe working environment.
• Is responsible to attend and participate in training activities appropriate to the position and to incorporate acquired skills and knowledge.
• Is responsible for identifying the training needs of subordinates, ensuring their participation in appropriate training activities, and reinforcing subordinate’s skill development with coaching, feedback and recognition.
• Maintains awareness of new developments, equipment and processes for potential applications to meet corporate and plant objectives.
• Recommends equipment, procedural and facility modifications to ensure the most efficient use of our resources.
• Directs the process areas maintenance functions to ensure the maximum operating efficiencies are maintained to meet minimal downtime, quality, volume, grade yield, safety and cost control performance.
• Provide technical services to ensure conformance with applicable codes and standards of safety, quality, sanitation and environmental protection. Must understand the codes and standards.

Typical Education

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four-year college or university.

Relevant Experience

• 3+ years of related experience and/or training.

Other Information

• Potato processing experience.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, sheet metal work, millwright trade practices, and basic electrical systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Solid mathematical, verbal, and written communication skills.

Travel Required: Less than 10%

Pay Grade: Global Grade 4

Location(s): GF Plant – Othello

Country: United States

Wage range or rate of pay: $95-$115K annually. Plus annual incentive plan eligibility

The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.
Attractive total rewards package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• 401(k) savings plan
• Paid Family Building Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off – Eligible employees may accrue up to 160 hours in year 1
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)
• Education Assistance
• Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com

**The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.

If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see the Washington State Attorney General’s Washington Fair Chance Act Guide and RCW 49.94.010 for more information.