Maintenance Supervisor – Food Processing Facility
Berks Packing Co.•Reading, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
Berks Packing Co., Inc., a leading manufacturer of hot dogs, deli meats, and specialty meat products, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead our maintenance team and provide hands-on technical support in a fast-paced food processing environment. This is not a desk-only position. The successful candidate must have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and be capable of personally repairing and maintaining a wide variety of equipment used throughout a food manufacturing facility.
Requirements
- Minimum 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably food processing.
- Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of: Mechanical systems, Electrical controls, Motors and drives, Pumps and compressors, Hydraulic and pneumatic systems, PLC troubleshooting, Refrigeration systems (a plus), Packaging and processing equipment.
- Ability to read electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic schematics.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work in refrigerated, wet, and fast-paced production environments.
- Must be willing to respond to maintenance emergencies as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Experience repairing and maintaining equipment such as: Smokehouses, Conveyors, Vacuum packaging machines, Slicers, Grinders, Mixers, Stuffers, Labeling and packaging equipment, Boilers and facility utility systems.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate maintenance technicians and outside contractors.
- Troubleshoot and repair food processing and packaging equipment.
- Perform hands-on maintenance of machinery, utilities, and facility systems.
- Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs.
- Prioritize work orders and emergency repairs to minimize downtime.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and inventory of parts and supplies.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, OSHA, and company safety standards.
- Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
- Work closely with Production, Quality Assurance, and Sanitation teams to maintain operational efficiency.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Stable, family-owned company with long-term growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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