PSM/Utilities Supervisor

Land O'Lakes Inc; Melrose (MN); On-site; USD 81,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is seeking a PSM/Utilities Supervisor to oversee the plant utilities, ensure reliability, and maintain compliance with PSM and environmental regulations.

This role leads maintenance for ammonia refrigeration, boilers, HVAC, and related systems while coordinating with cross-functional teams, including EHS and engineering. The position requires 3+ years of maintenance leadership in a dairy or food-manufacturing setting and specific certifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 3+ years maintenance experience in a food manufacturing facility (preferably dairy).
• Previous people leadership experience.
• Current MN Class D Waste Treatment certification along with a state of MN Special Boiler operator’s license, or the ability to obtain both.
• Detailed knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems, the 14 PSM elements, process hazard analysis, process safety management (including regulations, consequence analysis, emergency relief and ventilation systems, and all other process safety related US regulations) is required.
• Detailed knowledge of: Large scale boiler/steam systems, HVAC systems, wastewater systems, potable and non-potable water systems, air compressors and compressed air systems, and electrical/control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the utilities maintenance team responsible for ammonia refrigeration, boilers, chillers, HVAC, compressed air, electrical, water, and wastewater systems.
• Ensure utility systems operate safely, reliably, and efficiently through preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, inspections, and repairs.
• Oversee employee training, utility SOPs, maintenance schedules, required system checks, and outside contractors.
• Lead the plant’s ammonia PSM/RMP programs, including compliance audits, Process Hazard Analyses, Mechanical Integrity inspections, emergency planning, training, and required documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable EHS programs and procedures, including lockout/tagout, confined space, hot work, arc flash, fall protection, and emergency response.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, HR, EHS, and Corporate teams on utility performance, projects, regulatory compliance, and safety.
• Support short- and long-term maintenance planning, capital projects, and utility-related plant improvements.
• Lead and support resource conservation and sustainability initiatives, including identifying projects, securing funding, engaging employees, and incorporating conservation measures into capital projects.

Skills

PSM experience

Risk management

Vendor coordination

Capital projects

OSHA PSM knowledge

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma

MN Class D Waste Treatment certification

MN Boiler Operator license

Job description

PSM/Utilities Supervisor

The PSM Utilities Supervisor is responsible for the plant utilities and for the overall operation and reliability of the plant utility system. This position also ensures the plant follows and maintains the Corporate PSM Program requirements and ensures compliance with all Federal, State and Local ammonia refrigeration, boiler, and waste treatment requirements. This position will also assist in leading Sustainability and RC (resource conservation) efforts at this plant.

Hours: M-F Business hours; this role will require off shift hours, weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the utilities maintenance team responsible for ammonia refrigeration, boilers, chillers, HVAC, compressed air, electrical, water, and wastewater systems.
• Ensure utility systems operate safely, reliably, and efficiently through preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, inspections, and repairs.
• Oversee employee training, utility SOPs, maintenance schedules, required system checks, and outside contractors.
• Lead the plant’s ammonia PSM/RMP programs, including compliance audits, Process Hazard Analyses, Mechanical Integrity inspections, emergency planning, training, and required documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable EHS programs and procedures, including lockout/tagout, confined space, hot work, arc flash, fall protection, and emergency response.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, HR, EHS, and Corporate teams on utility performance, projects, regulatory compliance, and safety.
• Support short- and long-term maintenance planning, capital projects, and utility-related plant improvements.
• Lead and support resource conservation and sustainability initiatives, including identifying projects, securing funding, engaging employees, and incorporating conservation measures into capital projects.

Required Experience / Knowledge

• High School Diploma and 3+ years maintenance experience in a food manufacturing facility (preferably dairy)
• Previous people leadership experience
• Current MN Class D Waste Treatment certification along with a state of MN Special Boiler operator’s license, or the ability to obtain both.
• Detailed knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems, the 14 PSM elements, process hazard analysis, process safety management (including regulations, consequence analysis, emergency relief and ventilation systems, and all other process safety related US regulations) is required.
• Detailed knowledge of: Large scale boiler/steam systems, HVAC systems, wastewater systems, potable and non-potable water systems, air compressors and compressed air systems, and electrical/control systems.

Required Competencies / Skills

• Experience with implementing Process Safety Management Plans, Risk Management Plans and General Duty Clause for ammonia.
• Experience working with vendors and contractors on design, installation, and repair of Utility related systems.
• Experience creating and managing utility capital projects.
• Ability to collaborate with others, be detailed oriented and have exceptional organizations skills.
• Knowledge of OSHA's Process Safety Management regulations, EPA's Risk Management Plan regulations, General Duty Clause regulations, emergency planning and understanding of industry engineering practices for PSM required processes.
• Proficiency in standard business software (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Salary Range

$81,200 - $121,800. In most cases, candidates are offered employment at a pay rate within the mid-point of this range based on their relevant experience, skills, and qualifications.

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list. We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root. Land O’Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 500 company, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named #17 on Fast Company's Best Workplaces for Innovators 2026 list and recognized as a winner in the Skilled Laborers category, as well as a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and included on the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

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