Supv, Maintenance

Wayne Farms • Hammond, LA

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About The Position

The Maintenance Supervisor directly supervises maintenance projects and personnel to ensure machinery, grounds, and buildings are maintained in working condition and meet or exceed regulatory requirements, including USDA, GMP, OSHA, and environmental requirements. The role oversees day-to-day maintenance operations, prioritizes and schedules work, supports production operations, and works with other departments to resolve maintenance issues. It also includes maintaining the preventive maintenance program and parts inventory, identifying cost-reduction opportunities, and helping hire and develop maintenance employees. The supervisor oversees 5–15 hourly maintenance employees.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated high level of organizational skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills, particularly with PM systems and Microsoft applications.
• Knowledge of maintenance duties, programs, and requirements in a regulated food manufacturing environment or similar industry.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, especially those governing the food industry.
• Thorough understanding of support requirements for maintaining utility functions, including refrigeration and freezing systems, boilers, HVAC, and PLCs.
• Ability to resolve routine problems and discrepancies arising during daily tasks.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Ability to apply basic reasoning and follow written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret data and draw logical conclusions from available inputs.
• Ability to apply critical-thinking skills in standardized situations and non-routine problems.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures and adhere to safety requirements.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk continuously in and outside the facility, withstand hot and cold temperatures and wet environments, and frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, and walk for long periods.
• Ability to frequently use visual skills to read small-print numbers and details and computerized data; communicate and receive auditory information; and use fine finger and hand manipulation to handle paperwork and operate a computer.
• Work schedule varies according to location needs.

Responsibilities

• Participate in supervising and maintaining the Preventative Maintenance Program to keep machinery, grounds, and buildings in working condition and compliant with applicable regulations.
• Supervise Maintenance Department personnel in day-to-day operations to minimize downtime and costs and prevent accidents.
• Organize, perform, and assign work; prioritize and schedule repairs, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment supporting production operations.
• Identify and recommend cost-reduction opportunities in conjunction with operating teams.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Product Development, Quality Assurance, and other departments to resolve maintenance-related issues.
• Supervise and maintain an accurate and effective parts inventory.
• Participate in hiring and developing skilled Maintenance Associates.
• Complete other projects and duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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