Senior Maintenance Supervisor

Lindt; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Lindt & Sprüngli in California seeks a Sr. Maintenance Supervisor to direct the Maintenance Department and ensure reliable, safe operation of the plant’s critical equipment.

You will lead a skilled team, drive a robust Preventive/Predictive maintenance program, manage budgets, and partner with operations to meet production goals while upholding EHSS standards and continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires flexibility for extended hours and weekends.

Qualifications

• BS/BE in Engineering with 5+ years related maintenance experience.
• Experience with reliability engineering and maintenance in large factory.
• Ability to work in a Union environment and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop maintenance team performance.
• Ensure a safe working environment and lead safety.
• Coach and train maintenance staff.
• Oversee plant PM program and spare parts inventory.
• Manage utility systems on shift (refrigeration, steam, compressed air).
• Support operations to meet production goals through improved machinery efficiency.
• Drive work order system and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem solving

MS Office

CMMS

Union experience

Team development

Education

BS/BE in Engineering

Tools

CMMS

MS Office

Job description

WHO WE ARE At Ghirardelli, we honor tradition and drive innovation, aiming to be the top choice for premium chocolate. Our commitment to Making Life A Bite Better inspires both our products and the way we do business. We support personal and professional growth, recognizing that each employee’s contribution directly impacts Ghirardelli’s growth and success. Join our dynamic team and help shape Ghirardelli's future.

Job Summary The Sr. Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for helping to direct and coordinate the Maintenance Department to maintain, improve, and build the manufacturing infrastructure. The Maintenance Department’s purpose is to Deliver Great Performance by driving world class equipment reliability.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Support, develop and manage performance of team.
• Create an inclusive environment that embraces our values and purpose.
• Foster a safe working environment, act as a leader in safety
• Assist in setting direction, developing and coaching Maintenance team
• Provide on-going training to increase individual skill level
• Control maintenance department budget for responsible areas
• Provide leadership to the process improvement team by supporting the Preventive/Predictive Maintenance process and participating in other Continuous Improvement initiatives as needed
• Responsible for maintenance and operation of utility systems on shift, incl. refrigeration, steam generation, compressed air, etc.
• Assist Operations group in meeting / exceeding production goals by increasing machinery efficiency
• Drive and improve plant work order system
• Drive and improve formal P.M. program to ensure machine dependability
• Drive and improve the spare parts inventory program

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• BS/A Degree in Engineering and a minimum 5 years of related experience and/or training; or 10 years of related experience in lieu of degree
• Strong foundations in maintenance philosophy and approach, such as Reliability Engineering
• Ability to effectively collaborate on all levels, functions, and departments
• Experience with maintenance in large factory, +5MM Maintenance expense budget
• Experience maintaining factory utility systems
• Food or pharmaceutical background preferred; Chocolate experience desired
• Possess knowledge about EHSS (environmental, health, safety, security) requirements in a food production plant
• Ability to work effectively in a Union environment
• Computer literacy in MS Office and CMMS
• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities
• Strong leadership capabilities
• Ability to work extended hours, which may include weekends and/or different shifts as needed.
• Clear oral and written presentation skills

Other Job Requirements

• Must be able to work seated or standing for at least 8 hours
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 35 lbs
• Occasional travel may be required
• Must be able to concentrate for extended periods of time paying close attention to detail
• Regular office environment 50% In support of the maintenance team, working in the field is required 50% Conditions in the field include:

Ability to climb stairs and ladders; must be able to work from heights Exposure to vibration, moving mechanical parts and loud noise Capable of using protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses/goggles, safety shoes, hearing protection, air masks, respirators, etc. in the performance of job duties Ability to work in extreme temperatures and will be exposed to heat, cold, wind, rain, dust, confined spaces, elevated areas, dirt, ash particles and fuel particles Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions Must be able to kneel, bend, crouch and climb as required

Salary: $93873 to $122057 / year

Szukasz możliwości rozwoju kariery w dynamicznym, międzynarodowym środowisku? Dołącz do Grupy Lindt & Sprüngli! Wspólnie dążymy do realizacji ambitnych celów, czerpiąc siłę z naszego celu i wyjątkowej kultury opartej na współpracy oraz wzajemnym wsparciu – zakorzenionej w bogatej tradycji, a jednocześnie nieustannie się rozwijającej, by wyznaczać nowe standardy. W naszych zróżnicowanych lokalnych zespołach myślimy globalnie i działamy lokalnie – dając ludziom przestrzeń do rozwoju, przejmowania odpowiedzialności i wspólnego kształtowania zrównoważonej przyszłości. Jesteśmy odpowiedzialnym pracodawcą pierwszego wyboru, który tworzy inspirujące doświadczenie pracownicze. Razem budujemy zaufanie, napędzamy innowacje i rozwijamy się – jako jednostki i jako organizacja. Grupa Lindt & Sprüngli od ponad 180 lat zachwyca świat czekoladą. Ta szwajcarska firma z długą tradycją, wywodząca się z Zurychu, jest globalnym liderem w segmencie czekolady premium. Obecnie Lindt & Sprüngli produkuje swoje wyroby w 12 fabrykach w Europie i Stanach Zjednoczonych. Produkty firmy są sprzedawane za pośrednictwem 41 spółek zależnych i oddziałów, w około 620 własnych sklepach oraz poprzez sieć około 100 dystrybutorów na całym świecie. Zatrudniając około 15 500 pracowników, Grupa Lindt & Sprüngli osiągnęła w 2025 roku sprzedaż na poziomie 5,92 mld CHF. Nasze zaangażowanie w budowanie zrównoważonej przyszłości stanowi jeden z kluczowych filarów działań i ambicji firmy. Od 2008 roku Program Lindt & Sprüngli Farming Program jest naszym standardem odpowiedzialnego pozyskiwania kakao.