Maintenance Supervisor 1st Shift

Palermo's • Milwaukee, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Looking for an opportunity to lead a great maintenance team? Want to work in a sparkling climate-controlled shop and clean food plant? We’re looking for a hands-on leader who thrives on solving problems, keeping things running, and building up their team. As Maintenance Supervisor , you’ll oversee a team of Maintenance Technicians and Leads to ensure our plant equipment operates safely, reliably, and efficiently. If you’re a strong communicator, confident decision-maker, and passionate about developing people, this is your chance to make a real impact. Who you’ll work for… While most companies that sell Pizza have no real connection to Italy, Palermo’s passion for food and family reaches all the way back to the country where Pizza was born. “Papa Palermo” carried the cherished recipes to America from Sicily! Innovation is at the heart of who we are. We use an entrepreneurial, forward-thinking approach resulting in high quality products that are consistently recognized by both the industry and consumers. Our commitment to quality has made Palermo’s a leader in private label frozen Pizza and contract manufacturing! Where you’ll work… · This role is based at our flagship frozen pizza manufacturing facility in Milwaukee, WI on Canal Street in Milwaukee’s Menomonee River Valley—a state-of-the-art facility that includes an on-site bakery, high-speed packaging lines, and a 24-hour shipping operation. · Our Maintenance Team contributes to Palermo’s success by ensuring that our Plant operates at a world-class level with production uptimes over 98%. When you’ll work… · This is a full-time, exempt role with a primary schedule on 1st shift . However, success in this position requires consistent engagement with all three shifts to lead effectively and build strong relationships across the team. Why you’ll succeed… · You lead by example and keep your team accountable. · You solve problems quickly, even when things are complex. · You communicate clearly and prioritize safety. · You’re energized by new challenges and driven to get results. · You give credit, create engagement, and bring your team along with you.

Requirements

• 5–8+ years of industrial maintenance experience, including 5+ years of leadership/supervisory experience
• Associate’s degree or technical certification required; bachelor’s a plus
• Hands-on knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Familiarity with PLCs, VFDs, and computerized maintenance systems
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office; WorkForge familiarity is a plus

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Oracle Fusion ERP or other enterprise maintenance systems preferred
• Experience in food manufacturing or a highly regulated environment preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the maintenance department across multiple shifts.
• Supervise Maintenance Leads and Technicians; provide direction, coaching, and support.
• Manage preventive and reactive maintenance to meet production goals.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and ensure timely repairs.
• Review and prioritize work orders; ensure accurate documentation.
• Partner with Reliability and Training Managers on process improvements and upskilling.
• Coordinate with vendors for equipment servicing and parts as needed.
• Enforce safety standards and housekeeping expectations.

Benefits

• 20 free Pizzas per month
• Reimbursement for safety shoes, prescription safety glasses and tools
• Free uniforms
• Competitive Salary + Bonus Potential
• PTO + Floating Holiday of Your Choice
• 401(k) & Roth with Company Match – Fully Vested on Day 1
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Starting the 1st of the Month After Hire
• Career Advancement + Leadership Development Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree