Maintenance Supervisor

Redbarn Pet Products•Great Bend, KS

38d•Onsite

About The Position

Redbarn Pet Products is seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead our Production Maintenance Team and ensure the safe, efficient operation and maintenance of production machinery and equipment. This role supervises technicians performing electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance and repairs while supporting production schedules and company safety, GMP, and food safety standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience or 3 years of industrial maintenance technician experience.
Technical education, specialized industrial maintenance training, or equivalent experience preferred.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical procedures, work orders, and equipment documentation.
Basic mathematical skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced production environment.

Nice To Haves

5 years of experience in a similar production environment preferred.
Technical education, specialized industrial maintenance training, or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead, schedule, and support Production Maintenance Technicians.
Assign, prioritize, and verify completion of maintenance work orders.
Troubleshoot and assist with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic equipment issues.
Oversee installation, repair, modification, and preventive maintenance of production equipment.
Modify and troubleshoot equipment controls and programmable controllers.
Coordinate parts and materials needed for maintenance projects.
Review production schedules and allocate technician resources accordingly.
Ensure maintenance activities are properly documented and completed on time.
Promote safe work practices and enforce company safety policies.
Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, production efficiency, and product quality.
Track and approve employee time using the company’s time and attendance system.
Work hands-on with the maintenance team on the production floor as needed.
Assist with interviewing, hiring, training, performance management, and employee development.
Coordinate maintenance activities with other departments and supervisors.
Follow all GMP, food safety, and regulatory requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.