Maintenance Supervisor - 1st Shfit

Russell Stover•Abilene, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Supervisor oversees and coordinates personnel responsible for setting up, installing, repairing, and maintaining machinery and equipment, fabricating metal parts and tools, and collaborating with engineering on the maintenance and repair of building structures. The role coordinates equipment and maintenance work with production teams, supervises and directs staff, delegates assignments, and verifies that work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. The position supports production and equipment reliability through troubleshooting, planning maintenance and fabrication work, coordinating equipment installation and repair, assessing project feasibility and cost, and recommending design changes. It also enforces company and OSHA safety requirements and supports food safety and quality by following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), completing FSQA training and programs, reporting hazards and deviations, and contributing to the plant’s food safety culture.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and Trade School Certification.
Ability to routinely stand, stoop, bend, and lift overhead.
Good hand-eye coordination and motor skills.
Visual and hearing ability sufficient to recognize or detect warning devices and signs.
Ability to routinely lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in a noisy environment, in awkward positions such as under or inside equipment and on ladders, and in various temperature extremes.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
Two years of related experience and/or training in a manufacturing setting.
Supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the food industry.
Hands-on experience with electrical, electronic, plumbing, hydraulic, refrigeration, HVAC, and pneumatic systems.
Basic working knowledge of personal computers and MS Office software.
Demonstrated ability to motivate and train employees in a multi-trade, team-oriented environment.
Flexibility to work scheduled shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

Direct workers or assist with diagnosing malfunctions in electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic machinery and equipment.
Plan and direct maintenance personnel in fabricating test-control apparatus and equipment and developing equipment-testing methods and procedures.
Direct and coordinate equipment assembly, fabrication, and installation to ensure conformance with engineering designs and internal specifications and standards.
Coordinate equipment operation, maintenance, and repair to optimize utilization of machines and equipment.
Recommend design modifications to eliminate malfunctions or improve safety, quality, or operating parameters.
Research and cost project proposals to evaluate feasibility, payback, and equipment design.
Interpret company policies and enforce OSHA and company safety regulations.
Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders, and assign duties to workers.
Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.
Suggest changes to working conditions and equipment use to improve the efficiency of a shop, department, or work crew.
Analyze and resolve work problems or assist workers in resolving them.
Coordinate activities with other supervisors.
Adhere to GMP requirements to maintain product quality and food safety compliance.
Complete and follow FSQA training and programs to meet regulatory requirements, protect consumers, and support plant food safety and quality objectives.
Promptly report and take appropriate action on observed or potential food safety hazards, process deviations, and non-conformities by notifying the designated plant supervisor.
Contribute to continuous improvement of the company’s Food Safety Culture.