Asset & Maintenance Supervisor - Warehouse Shipping - Shift 1

New Carrot Farms•Bakersfield, CA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

This position will report to the Manager and is a Full-Time Regular, Non-Exempt role on the 1st Shift. Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production, serving as a grower, packer, processor, and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield, California, we are a proud employer to 1,600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915, we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots, and today, we are one of North America’s largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally, we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence, Bolthouse Fresh™ products are available at major retailers across North America. Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,600 employees. The Asset & Maintenance Supervisor is a hands-on, journeyman-level leader responsible for overseeing warehouse mechanics while actively participating in daily maintenance activities and asset reliability efforts within a high-volume warehouse environment. This role is intended for a working supervisor who leads from the floor, sets clear performance expectations, and ensures accountability for safety, quality, and productivity. The Asset & Maintenance Supervisor works closely with Warehouse Operations, Inventory, and cross-functional support teams to maintain equipment uptime, ensure safe operation, and deliver timely repairs that meet shipping and distribution requirements.

Requirements

Must possess journeyman-level mechanical and technical expertise within warehouse, distribution, or industrial environments
Must have demonstrated leadership experience supervising skilled trades employees, including setting performance expectations and addressing underperformance
Must have strong working knowledge of material handling equipment and warehouse systems
Must be able to establish job standards, time expectations, and measurable performance benchmarks
Must demonstrate the ability to develop, document, and maintain SOPs and JSAs for maintenance and repair activities
Must be able to train employees on SOPs and JSAs and consistently reinforce safe and standardized work practices
Must be able to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and related documentation
Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated success improving technician productivity and equipment reliability
Must have strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced warehouse environment
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Must have experience using computerized maintenance management systems or ERP platforms (JD Edwards preferred), as well as SharePoint or similar tools for maintenance request intake and coordination
High School/GED or 5 years of experience in related fields or combination of both education and experience, preferably in a warehouse, distribution, or industrial environment
At least 2 years of experience in a lead or supervisory role overseeing mechanics or technicians
Strong mechanical, mathematical, and computer skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft products
Experience supporting maintenance and cost control
Bilingual English/Spanish
Forklift Certification or must be able to obtain forklift certification within 30 days of hire
Candidates must have a verifiable history of safe vehicle operation and meet company standards for driving eligibility. This includes maintaining a clean driving record, which will be verified through a background check.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field
Formal training in industrial maintenance, HVAC, electrical, or mechanical systems preferred
CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional)
Facilities Management certifications (BOMI, IFMA)
Electrical, HVAC, or Mechanical certifications

Responsibilities

Developing and implementing standardized maintenance processes, labor time standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) to drive efficiency, consistency, and safe execution of maintenance work.
Supervise mechanics while actively performing and supporting troubleshooting, corrective maintenance, and preventive maintenance activities to ensure timely equipment recovery
Prioritize maintenance work based on warehouse operational impact and communicate equipment status, downtime risks, and repair timelines to warehouse leadership
Review and prioritize maintenance and repair requests submitted by warehouse personnel through SharePoint
Create, update, and close maintenance work orders in JD Edwards (JDE) with accurate labor hours, parts usage, and repair details
Ensure work orders are properly documented to support performance tracking, labor standards, and maintenance history
Coordinate repairs with internal departments and external vendors when work cannot be completed by warehouse mechanics
Establish and enforce standard labor times and performance expectations for maintenance and repair activities
Develop and maintain a job-based maintenance task and time knowledge base
Develop, document, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) for maintenance and repair tasks
Ensure SOPs and JSAs are trained, communicated, and consistently followed
Assign work, monitor productivity, and hold mechanics accountable to safety, quality, and efficiency standards
Address performance gaps through coaching, retraining, and corrective action as necessary
Ensure preventive maintenance schedules are executed as planned, accurately documented, and continuously improved
Maintain and support warehouse assets including forklifts, pallet jacks, dock equipment, trailers, racking, and warehouse facility support systems such as dock doors, lighting, compressed air, and safety infrastructure
Monitor maintenance trends, repeat failures, and downtime patterns to recommend reliability improvements
Identify, recommend, and support implementation of equipment upgrades, process improvements, and safety enhancements that improve operational efficiency and reduce risk
Support capital projects related to warehouse equipment, infrastructure, and asset replacement, including planning, coordination, and execution support
Verify spare parts inventories and support cost control efforts related to repairs, rentals, and materials
Enforce all maintenance and equipment safety standards, including lockout/tagout, hazard identification, safety training, and audit readiness
Train, coach, and develop mechanics to improve technical capability, consistency, and accountability
Provide schedule flexibility and emergency response support based on warehouse operational needs
Perform other duties as assigned