Supervisor, Maintenance

Saputo, Inc.; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Saputo, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor in California to oversee daily maintenance operations, supervise a team, and coordinate with production to minimize downtime.

The role requires leadership in troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and training, with a strong focus on safety and reliability. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field and 5–8 years in industrial maintenance, preferably in the dairy/food/beverage sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5–8 years in industrial maintenance; Dairy/food/beverage preferred; supervision experience required.
• Knowledge of boilers, refrigeration, PLCs, electrical, cooling towers, ammonia compressors, pumping systems and related equipment.
• Familiarity with process safety management (PSM) and packaging equipment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day‑to‑day maintenance functions and personnel, including labor scheduling and task assignment.
• Troubleshoot, perform preventative maintenance, train staff, and share information across maintenance team.
• Lead plant improvement initiatives and ensure all utilities and systems operate within Saputo standards.
• Coach and develop maintenance staff to improve reliability and performance.
• Communicate equipment issues to Maintenance/Plant Managers and coordinate downtime with production.

Skills

Maintenance supervision

Troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Team leadership

Communication skills

Time management

Electrical systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related field

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Job Duties

• Supervision of the day-to-day maintenance functions and personnel, including scheduling of labor to meet plant and equipment requirements, and assigning responsibilities and tasks.
• Provide support by troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, training, and sharing of information with other maintenance personnel.
• Actively participate with Operations in plant improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic and structural repair and improvements are performed to industry and Saputo standards.
• Evaluate Maintenance personnel skills and abilities and establish a training program for development within the Department.
• Coach and develop maintenance employees to achieve continuous improvement in performance levels.
• Act as a resource for all maintenance and operation personnel to address and correct technical issues.
• Advise the Maintenance Manager, Plant Manager, Department Managers and Supervisors on equipment issues and their impact on production output.
• Ensure that all utilities (i.e. refrigeration, electrical, steam, compressed air systems, etc.) are in proper working order to support production.
• Troubleshoot machinery and process systems in the event of breakdowns.
• Coordinate with production supervision downtime windows for PM and repair work.
• Maintain current technical documentation relative to PLC’s, instrumentation and equipment (i.e. PLC ladder logic, blueprints, manuals, SOPs, maintenance procedures, preventative maintenance, inventory control and parts purchasing).
• Maintain awareness and monitor costs relative to the maintenance operation.
• Monitor the work area to ensure a safe environment is maintained, and all plant safety rules are followed.
• Enforce the Company’s policies and programs with employees, contractors, vendors, consultants and suppliers (i.e. safety, GMPs, etc).
• Assume an active role in the plant Safety Programs to include involvement and support of the plant Safety Teams.
• Effectively communicate and interact with all plant and company personnel, vendors, contractors and other outside personnel, to ensure smooth operation of the process; act as liaison between plant and Engineering Department during and after implementation of automation projects.
• Complete all assigned paperwork including maintenance records, incident reports and investigations, and other as assigned by the Maintenance Manager.
• Perform other duties and projects as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related field, and/or the equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 5-8 years’ experience in the field of industrial maintenance; Dairy, Food, and/or Beverage industry experience preferred; and supervision experience required.
• Working knowledge of boilers, refrigeration, PLCs, electrical, cooling towers, ammonia compressors, pumping systems, air compressors and associated auxiliary equipment.
• Process Safety Management (PSM) program requirements and packaging equipment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to troubleshoot and analyze mechanical/electrical/process control system functions to determine the most efficient method of resolving malfunctions.
• Ability to lead, influence and motivate a large workforce through interpersonal and teambuilding skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently with good time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to coach and train the Maintenance team to develop the necessary technical skills and knowledge to support operations relative to equipment reliability.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

Pay range $73,815-$110,725

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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Making Good Food Is Our Passion, and we do it responsibly. Our caring teams process about 10 billion litres of milk annually into a diversified range of dairy and dairy alternative products sold in over 50 countries. With 54 manufacturing facilities and over 18,100 employees, we operate our leading business in Canada, the USA, Australia, and the United Kingdom. All dairy processors have access to the same raw material and equipment; what distinguishes us is our can-do spirit and our diverse, inclusive work culture that empowers employees to grow in their own way.