Maintenance Supervisor - 3rd Shift

HP Hood•Arkport, NY

8d•$89,500 - $98,700•Onsite

About The Position

HP Hood is hiring a Maintenance Supervisor to lead and coordinate plant maintenance activities. The role schedules and manages equipment repairs, preventive maintenance, work orders, parts inventory, projects, and technician responsibilities across shifts. It also supports production operations through equipment troubleshooting, repairs, installation and startup of new equipment, and coordination with outside contractors. The supervisor develops maintenance staff, sets expectations, delegates responsibilities to foremen, monitors performance, and addresses development needs. The role maintains safety and food-quality standards, supports SQF requirements, tracks and distributes KPI reports, and maintains a professional service relationship with production and supervisory teams. The position also requires working knowledge of plant operations and systems, including wastewater treatment, refrigerated ammonia cooling, boilers, and electrical and instrumentation needs. The scheduled shift is Sunday through Thursday, 11:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Overtime, weekends, holidays, and additional hours may be required as needed. The listed pay range is $89,500–$98,700 USD; exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Requirements

At least 5 years of maintenance experience in a plant or manufacturing industry.
At least 3 years of supervisory or management experience.
Demonstrated experience with mechanical and electrical systems.
Ability to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
Ability to gather and analyze information skillfully.
Ability to inspire and motivate others to perform well.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree.
Food or beverage industry background.

Responsibilities

Schedule and manage day-to-day maintenance activities, coordinating equipment repairs, preventive maintenance, and project completion with all shifts and technicians.
Use electronic maintenance management software (MMS) to manage work orders, preventive maintenance, and parts inventory.
Audit completed work to validate completion and reliability of performance.
Maintain equipment and resolve mechanical malfunctions to support operational departments and improve productivity and equipment capabilities.
Participate in installation and startup of new equipment and interface with outside contractors.
Set clear responsibilities and expectations for technicians, ensure standards are met, and address developmental needs.
Delegate department responsibilities to foremen.
Understand and work with DCS, PLC programming and troubleshooting, control software, human-machine interface systems, Control 5000 AB, RS View, and VFDs.
Stay informed about new technologies associated with the industry.
Ensure departmental safety compliance by following safety procedures and using proper PPE.
Expedite safety and quality work orders (SQF).
Maintain professional relationships with supervision and production personnel by providing customer service.
Develop maintenance staff skills needed to maintain equipment and the facility.
Maintain, review, and distribute KPI reports as requested by management.
Understand machinery, plant equipment, and general plant operations, and troubleshoot and perform repairs as needed.
Apply working knowledge of wastewater treatment plant operations and instrumentation/electrical needs, including record keeping.
Develop knowledge of refrigerated ammonia cooling systems, boiler systems, and general manufacturing.
Support SQF by maintaining food safety and quality, completing job tasks, and keeping the work area sanitary.
Maintain documented information as required by SQF.
Work additional hours as needed.
Represent the department on special committees as needed.
Carry out additional duties assigned by the manager.