Supervisor - Maintenance/Production & Packaging

Lactalis USA; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lactalis USA in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Supervisor/Maintenance to lead daily maintenance for production and packaging areas, coordinating mechanics and managing preventative maintenance to maximize equipment uptime.

The role requires a technical or engineering background, strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and the ability to manage projects and budgets. Lactalis offers training and growth within its Total Rewards program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required; technical/engineering coursework is preferred.
• Experience in dairy or related food industries is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily maintenance for production and packaging areas and related facilities.
• Set up and oversee preventative maintenance programs for plant equipment.
• Recruit and develop staff to support maintenance responsibilities.
• Collaborate with plant management on policies, procedures and budgeting.
• Manage projects, coordinate contractors, and report results to management.
• Monitor spending and ensure documentation justifies budgets.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Strong communication

Computer literacy

Budget management

Project management

Maintenance experience

Dairy industry experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Technical/Engineering degree preferred

Job description

Description: Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.

At Lactalis in the USA, we’re committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive—whether you’re just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we’re proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani® Italian cheeses and ricotta, Président® specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft® natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone’s® cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel®, Black Diamond® cheddar, and Parmalat® milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi’s®, Stonyfield Organic®, Brown Cow™, Oui®, Yoplait®, Go-Gurt®, :ratio®, Green Mountain Creamery®, and Mountain High®, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun®, Gopi®, and Arz®.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values—Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone’s unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From Your PASSION To Ours Lactalis USA, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Supervisor/Maintenance based in Buffalo, New York. Shifts available: 1st, 2nd or 3rd

Summary

Responsible for daily Production & Packaging Maintenance functions in support of the Plant including coordination and activities of all mechanics. This includes, but is not limited to, production/packaging areas and related equipment, warehouse areas, office areas, and grounds.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Familiar with the manufacturing operation, equipment and support systems of the company and will set up systems to respond to maintenance concerns regarding them.
• Cooperate with other management personnel in formulating and establishing company policies, operating procedures, and goals.
• Reviews technical problems and procedures of departments and recommends solutions to problems or changes in procedures.
• Responsible for setting up and managing systems for preventative maintenance for the manufacturing operation.
• Recruits and develops staff to provide the necessary skills to support the maintenance responsibilities for the plant.
• Continues to access skill levels and recommends developmental activities as appropriate.
• Assesses systems for re-engineering or troubleshooting at both hands-on levels and engineering levels.
• Participates actively as a member of plant management team. Provides necessary support for the other plant functions/activities as determined by the Assistant Maintenance Manager.
• Continually evaluates the capabilities of the packaging & production Maintenance department relating to equipment, tools and other items necessary to provide a satisfactory level of service to the plant.
• Recommend upgrades as appropriate.
• Exercises project management responsibilities including coordination of contractor activities, communication to/among participants, budgeting and reporting if project has been delegated to them.
• Continually analyzes spending with the Maintenance Manager/Plant Engineer. Ensure proper documentation is provided for justification.
• Promotes employee relations within the department.
• Proactively communicates and responds to employee questions and concerns.
• Develop a variety of systems and methods to measure effectiveness of effort.
• Continuously seeks new ways of improving performance and controlling costs.
• Reports problems and/or concerns to the Assistant Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Manager, and/or Plant Engineer.
• Plans and schedules manpower consistent with production requirements. Continuously evaluates manpower to attempt to reduce labor costs.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Technical degree in Technical/Engineering discipline preferred.
• Dairy or other food related experience preferred.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work required.
• Personal qualities of tact, dependability, and ability to work well with others required.
• Strong communication abilities, written and verbal.
• Knowledge of computer software.
• Ability to administrate Maintenance Department projects and run projects effectively with attention to budget and scope as assigned by Maintenance Management.
• Ability to assist Maintenance Manager/Assistant Manager in adherence to department budget issues.

Education And/or Experience

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Technical degree in Technical/Engineering discipline preferred.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Affir...