Maintenance Supervisor

WK Kellogg • Lancaster, PA

4d • $76,560 - $95,700 • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Supervisor leads maintenance operations at a manufacturing facility to support equipment reliability, plant performance, and continuous improvement. The role works closely with production and maintenance teams to prioritize work, solve problems, and ensure critical equipment is maintained safely and effectively. It also involves developing and supporting a skilled maintenance workforce.

The position is primarily aligned to first shift, with 9-hour shifts and a scheduled 45-hour workweek. The supervisor must be willing and able to cover second- or third-shift operations for extended periods based on business and staffing needs, work rotating weekends, and provide additional support as needed. Travel is expected to be less than 10%.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of experience as a Maintenance Supervisor in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop team members.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot operational and equipment-related issues effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Strong planning, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly, manage changing priorities, and shift focus based on business needs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work rotating weekend shifts.
• Willingness and ability to provide second- or third-shift coverage for extended periods based on business and staffing needs.
• Ability to work a full shift, arrive on time, work overtime as needed, and follow the schedule necessary to meet job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using SAP.
• Experience leading maintenance teams in food manufacturing or a consumer packaged goods environment.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, and reliability-centered maintenance practices.
• Experience using continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing or Root Cause Problem Solving.
• Technical knowledge of manufacturing equipment, maintenance systems, and plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop maintenance team members to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.
• Coordinate and prioritize maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime and support production needs.
• Maintain work plans and schedules that improve equipment reliability and long-term operational performance.
• Partner with production, engineering, and plant leadership teams to address equipment issues and support business objectives.
• Use root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve maintenance-related issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, efficiency, cost reduction, and waste elimination.
• Identify, implement, and document maintenance best practices that improve equipment performance and operational excellence.
• Ensure maintenance work complies with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor maintenance metrics and performance indicators to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide leadership coverage and operational support across shifts as needed to meet staffing and business requirements.

Benefits

• Incentive plan bonus eligibility.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Savings and Investment Plan with company match and contribution.
• Paid time off, including paid sick time.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Life insurance.
• AD&D insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance for eligible employees.
• Employee recognition program.

What This Job Offers

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