Maintenance Supervisor-Willow Plant

Advance Food Company•Enid, OK

About The Position

This position is part of the Prepared Foods Division at the Willow Plant. The Maintenance Supervisor oversees plant maintenance and leads maintenance technicians, working with the Maintenance Manager to implement maintenance policies and procedures and maintain a safe, clean environment. The role manages preventive maintenance and equipment repairs, helps reduce production downtime, and ensures maintenance staff follow SQF Quality Management policies, procedures, and GMP practices. The successful candidate must be able and willing to meet the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Some weekend work may be needed. Professional team members are expected to use approved AI tools responsibly, protect sensitive information, follow company policies, and validate AI-generated outputs. People leaders are also expected to support responsible AI adoption and ensure accountability for AI-supported work.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience as a maintenance technician or in a closely related role.
Ability and experience leading, directing, evaluating, and training maintenance technicians.
Ability to measure, monitor, and reduce machine downtime.
Ability to diagnose basic electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, plumbing, and electronic (PLC) issues and direct or assist with repairs.
Basic PLC experience.
Proficient verbal communication skills, including listening, understanding, and articulating ideas effectively.
Strong written communication skills.
Ability and willingness to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must not have 4 or more attendance points at locations on an 8-point policy, as of the application date.
Must have no written warning in the past six months and no suspension on record in the past 12 months.
Must use approved AI tools responsibly, protect sensitive information, follow company policies, and validate AI-generated outputs.

Nice To Haves

Experience directing, evaluating, and training maintenance technicians.
Associate’s degree or relevant college certificate in a related field.
Hands-on experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with SAP.

Responsibilities

Lead, direct, evaluate, and train maintenance technicians while fostering a well-trained and motivated team.
Assist the Maintenance Manager in developing and implementing maintenance policies and procedures.
Manage preventive maintenance and equipment repairs.
Assess maintenance issues quickly to minimize production downtime.
Ensure maintenance staff understand and follow SQF Quality Management policies, procedures, and GMP practices.
Promote a “Safety First” culture and develop and maintain an effective preventive maintenance program for equipment and the plant.
Use approved AI tools responsibly, protect sensitive information, and validate AI-generated outputs; as a people leader, support responsible adoption and accountability for AI-supported outcomes.