Maintenance Supervisor

Winland Foods•Grand Forks, ND

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Supervisor organizes overall plant maintenance and assists maintenance and production management with planning and scheduling programs supporting preventive and corrective maintenance, operator asset care, continuous improvement, and maintenance avoidance. The role provides leadership, guidance, and support to the maintenance department to support Production, Quality, and Safety. The position supervises routine and emergency maintenance in a 24/7 work environment and collaborates with other departments to maintain and improve plant programs and operations. This is a full-time position at Winland Foods’ Grand Forks, North Dakota facility. The schedule is a rotating A/B schedule: three days one week and four days the next, working 12-hour shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. The annual salary range is $73,000 to $108,350 based on experience and qualifications, with additional bonus potential. The listed duties are not all-inclusive and may be expanded as management deems necessary.

Requirements

High school education plus specialized training of at least 6 months to 2 years.
At least 1 year of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
Strong computer skills, including experience with SAP and Microsoft Office.
Effective listening and teamwork skills.
Ability to work effectively with others and demonstrate interpersonal and leadership skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Continuous improvement mindset and ability to lead and support multiple projects.
Ability to read, write, and communicate orally in English.
Ability to perform the physical activities required for the job, including sitting, standing, walking, reaching, stretching, stooping, bending, and using hands and fingers; may need to lift up to 55 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to PLC programming.

Responsibilities

Comply with and enforce company policies, plant rules, and procedures, including those related to safety, quality, GMPs, and general work rules.
Establish and maintain GMPs and SOPs to keep the facility ready for customer and governmental inspections, including EPA, FDA, and OSHA inspections.
Lead maintenance employees in achieving plant goals through continuous improvement and alignment with the company’s vision, mission, and values.
Collaborate with departments to establish or improve programs that proactively address safety and other policies.
Supervise day-to-day routine and emergency maintenance activities in a 24/7 work environment.
Use the CMMS to process work orders, allocate maintenance labor, schedule preventive maintenance, extend equipment life expectancy, and control parts inventory and costs.
Support maintenance activities related to production and the facility, including keeping safety and environmental work current and compliant.
Monitor personnel matters, including work schedules, vacations, and discipline.
Provide guidance, training, and coaching to the maintenance team.
Coordinate with the Maintenance Manager on equipment analysis and facility improvement needs.
Monitor line operations, production line speeds, and quality, and attend daily meetings.
Determine work procedures, prepare schedules, and expedite workflow for multi-craft mechanics and lead persons.
Manage outside contractors for specialized repairs, such as compressors, OEM equipment, alarm systems, and boilers.
Drive cost savings through follow-up on maintenance personnel activities.
Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues to increase production efficiency.
Participate in daily planning meetings with the management team.
Conduct daily meetings with maintenance staff to outline tasks and safety concerns.
Participate in creating annual maintenance and capital budgets.