Job Description Job Description Maintenance Supervisor
Job Description:
We are looking to fill a Maintenance Supervisor role for our client in Freeland PA that involves direct, hands-on participation in the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of all machinery and equipment within the facility. This role requires a proactive leader who is comfortable working alongside team members, troubleshooting, performing repairs, and leading by example in a fast-paced, food production environment. The Maintenance Supervisor will also play a key role in enforcing safety, as well as ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Hands-On Maintenance and Repairs: Work alongside the maintenance team to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration equipment. This includes daily production machinery as well as facility systems (HVAC, compressors, ect.).
- Preventative Maintenance: Lead and perform scheduled maintenance tasks to ensure equipment longevity and reliability. Identify opportunities to improve the preventative maintenance program.
-Team Leadership and Development: Supervise and mentor the maintenance team, providing training on equipment operation, troubleshooting techniques, and safety practices. Set an example by working directly with the team on the floor.
-Safety and Compliance: Ensure all work is performed in compliance with OSHA regulations, food safety standards (HACCP), USDA and company policies. Conduct regular safety inspections and enforce adherence to safe work practices.
-Production Support: Collaborate closely with production staff to minimize equipment downtime, quickly respond to machine breakdowns, and maintain productivity in a dynamic environment.
-Inventory and Supplies Management: Monitor and manage the inventory of spare parts, tools, and materials required for maintenance tasks. Ensure critical parts are stocked to avoid production delays.
-Continuous Improvement: Work actively with the team to identify areas for improvement in maintenance processes, equipment reliability, and safety protocols. Propose and implement solutions that enhance operational efficiency.
-Stay Updated on Industry Best Practices: Keep current with advancements in maintenance technology, tools, and industry standards to enhance facility operations and maintenance practices.
-Other Duties as Necessary: Perform other related tasks as assigned, and assist with any maintenance or operational needs required to ensure facility performance.
Job Requirements:
-5+ years of hands-on experience in maintenance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role, preferably within a food production or manufacturing environment.
-Strong mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration skills, with demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining equipment
-Knowledge of food production regulatory standards, including OSHA, HACCP, and USDA guidelines.
-Thorough knowledge of proper records management, retention of records and cataloguing of files.
-Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to envision and deliver innovative solutions.
-High energy level, ability to multitask, establish priorities, work independently.
-Positive interpersonal skills included effective verbal and written communication.
-Ability to establish credibility and be decisive.
-Strong leadership skills, with commitment to leading by example and building a collaborative team environment.
-Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information which may be proprietary
-Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
-Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
-Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
-Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and managers.
-Ability to handle stressful situations.
-Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
-Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
-Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
-Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
Salaried Position - when overtime is worked, it will be paid on top of base salary; Saturdays (time and a half), and Sundays (double pay). Must be comfortable working overtime.
Qualified Candidates please contact Sarah Bartel
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