Processing Maintenance Supervisor- Othello, WA

Simplot Company; Othello, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan

Paid Family Building Leave

Generous Paid Time Off

10 Paid Holidays

Relocation Assistance

Education Assistance

Job summary

Simplot Company in Washington is seeking a Process Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance in the plant's process areas, aiming for top reliability and operational efficiency.

The role requires maintaining equipment, driving improvements, and minimizing downtime while keeping the facility clean and organized. Candidates must be willing to work nights and weekends; a valid driver's license and clean record are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university.
• 3+ years of related experience and/or training.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, sheet metal work, millwright trade practices, and basic electrical systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and good verbal/written communication skills.

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.
• Attends and participates in training activities appropriate to the position and applies learned skills.
• Identifies training needs of subordinates and reinforces skill development with coaching and feedback.
• Maintains awareness of new developments and processes for potential applications to meet objectives.
• Recommends equipment, procedural and facility modifications to ensure efficient use of resources.
• Directs the process areas maintenance functions to minimize downtime and meet safety, quality, cost targets.
• Provides technical services to ensure conformance with codes and standards of safety, quality, sanitation and environmental protection.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Verbal and written communication

Education

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

Job description

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Processing Maintenance Supervisor- Othello, WA

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

Other Information

• 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.

Job Requisition ID: 26696

Travel Required: Less than 10%

Pay Grade: Global Grade 4

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:

• 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.