Maintenance Superintendent I

Pilgrim's • Nacogdoches, TX

5d

About The Position

Pilgrim’s is seeking a Maintenance Superintendent to lead and coordinate maintenance activities across a facility. The role ensures equipment reliability, supports production operations, and supervises maintenance team members in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The maintenance team supports production and facilities by maintaining equipment uptime, safe operations, and efficient maintenance execution.

The position works Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends. The stated base salary range is $90,005–$109,356. The role is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual discretionary bonus plan, subject to its standard terms and conditions. Vision, medical, and dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment. Paid leave includes sick leave, vacation, company-observed holidays, and other statutorily required paid leave. The 401(k) company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule. Pilgrim’s also offers continuous learning and career-development programs.

Pilgrim’s states that safety is a condition and that team-member safety comes first. New team members undergo drug, alcohol, and background checks after an offer and before starting employment. Employment eligibility must be documented by the end of the third day of work, as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of directly related maintenance supervision experience.
• Working knowledge of refrigeration, PLCs, and electrical systems.
• Proficiency in plumbing, welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to support maintenance systems.
• Ability to become Haz-Mat team qualified.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in poultry processing or a food manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance team members performing repair, installation, and upkeep of plant equipment, buildings, and utility systems.
• Plan work schedules, assign tasks, and monitor performance to ensure timely and effective completion of maintenance activities.
• Maintain and inspect equipment to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards while minimizing downtime.
• Develop and execute preventive maintenance programs to support equipment reliability and production efficiency.
• Troubleshoot maintenance issues and support team members in resolving problems and improving technical capability.
• Support facility improvement projects, enforce company policies, and coordinate procurement of tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Vision, medical, and dental coverage beginning after 60 days of employment.
• Paid sick leave, vacation, company-observed holidays, and other statutorily required paid leave.
• 401(k) company match beginning after the first year of service, subject to the company vesting schedule.
• Eligibility to participate in the annual discretionary bonus plan, subject to standard terms and conditions.
• Continuous learning and career-development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED