Maintenance Supervisor, 3rd Shift

Cole's Quality Foods, Inc.•North Liberty, IA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Furlani Foods is seeking an experienced, hands-on Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance operations at its food manufacturing facility in North Liberty, Iowa. The role oversees maintenance technicians and coordinates preventive and corrective maintenance to keep production equipment and facility systems operating safely, efficiently, and reliably. The supervisor works with Production, Quality Assurance, Sanitation, and other departments to minimize downtime, support production schedules, and maintain food safety, GMP, workplace safety, and company standards. The position reports to the Maintenance Manager and is full-time on the third shift, Monday through Friday, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., with rotating weekends as necessary. The supervisor provides daily team direction and development, coordinates maintenance work and outside service providers, responds to equipment breakdowns, and supports equipment installations, facility improvements, and capital projects. The role also maintains accurate maintenance and compliance documentation and helps foster a safe, clean, organized, and reliable production environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three to five years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in food manufacturing or a similar regulated manufacturing environment.
Prior supervisory or team leadership experience.
Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, industrial equipment, and troubleshooting techniques.
Experience with preventive maintenance programs and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Knowledge of GMPs, sanitation practices, food safety requirements, and industrial safety procedures.
Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, technical drawings, schematics, and maintenance procedures.
Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and respond to equipment emergencies as needed.
Proficiency with basic computer applications and maintenance documentation.
Ability to work in an environment with noise, temperature variations, wet or humid conditions, and moving equipment.
Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs or ladders, bend, and reach as required.
Ability to lift and carry maintenance tools and equipment within established safety limits.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Availability to work flexible hours, weekends, or overtime as needed to support plant operations.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree, trade school certification, or equivalent training.
Experience with food processing and packaging equipment.
Familiarity with PLCs, automation, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and industrial control systems.
Experience supporting preventive and predictive maintenance initiatives.
Knowledge of root cause analysis, continuous improvement, and reliability-centered maintenance.
Experience working in a unionized manufacturing facility and applying the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Familiarity with SQF, BRCGS, HACCP, or other applicable food safety and quality systems.

Responsibilities

Supervise, lead, coach, and develop maintenance technicians, including providing daily direction and performance feedback.
Coordinate and prioritize work orders, repairs, and maintenance activities according to production needs and equipment criticality.
Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and other equipment-related issues.
Maintain production machinery, processing equipment, packaging lines, utilities, and facility systems in proper working condition.
Respond to equipment breakdowns and coordinate timely repairs to minimize production interruptions.
Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, equipment history, and preventive maintenance documentation.
Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance, reduce maintenance costs, and increase operational efficiency.
Coordinate outside contractors, service providers, and equipment vendors as needed.
Assist with equipment installations, facility improvements, and capital projects.
Ensure maintenance activities comply with GMPs, food safety requirements, sanitation procedures, and workplace safety requirements, including LOTO and confined-space and electrical safety.
Control tools, parts, lubricants, and maintenance materials to prevent contamination of food, ingredients, and packaging.
Coordinate with Quality Assurance and Sanitation to ensure equipment is cleaned, inspected, and released for production following maintenance.
Ensure repairs do not compromise product safety, sanitary design, or food-contact surfaces.
Maintain documentation for food safety audits, regulatory inspections, and internal compliance reviews.
Promote a safe, clean, and organized maintenance shop and production environment.
Set expectations for work quality, productivity, attendance, safety, and accountability; assist with training, skills development, and cross-training.
Support staffing plans, scheduling, and overtime coordination to meet operational needs.
Foster communication and teamwork between Maintenance, Production, Quality, and Sanitation.
Address employee concerns and performance issues in accordance with company policies and applicable labor agreements.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and promote safety, reliability, and operational excellence.