Food Processing Maintenance Supervisor

Bento Nouveau Inc•Lincoln, RI

1d•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Food Processing Maintenance Supervisor will be responsible for the hands-on maintenance, repair, and optimization of all equipment and machinery within a dynamic food manufacturing facility. This role is crucial for ensuring the optimal performance, reliability, and safety of all machinery and equipment, as well as driving process improvements and innovation to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in engineering and maintenance, preferably within the food manufacturing industry.
Extensive knowledge of food safety standards and maintenance considerations for chilled food environments.
Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies, and process improvement techniques.
Proven track record of driving process improvements and innovation.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or a related field) is preferred.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish will be an asset.

Responsibilities

Perform hands-on maintenance and repair of all manufacturing equipment and facilities.
Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
Identify and resolve equipment issues to ensure minimal disruption to production.
Ensure all maintenance activities comply with health and safety regulations and food safety standards.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance manufacturing efficiency and product quality.
Utilize data-driven approaches and lean manufacturing principles to optimize production processes and reduce downtime.
Drive the adoption of new technologies to improve manufacturing processes and product development.
Support engineering projects related to equipment upgrades, process enhancements, and new installations.
Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project integration.