MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

ALGOOD FOOD COMPANY•Louisville, KY

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Supervisor develops and manages the maintenance team and resources—including personnel, equipment, and facilities—to support production goals and meet quality and cost objectives. The role is based in Louisville, Kentucky, and is described as a weekday second-shift position with a three- or four-day work week. Candidates must not have a peanut allergy to be eligible for consideration. Algood Food Company packs private-label peanut butter, jellies, and preserves. The Maintenance Supervisor works with maintenance and production personnel and vendors to coordinate maintenance work, reduce downtime, maintain equipment and facilities, and uphold safety and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Associate degree from a two-year college or technical school, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three to five years of related experience in a manufacturing environment.
Solid mechanical and industrial skills.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Knowledge of machine controls, motion controls, automated process controls, and related equipment, including Allen Bradley PLCs, VFDs, scales, flow meters, HMIs, sensors, actuators, valves, and other electrical and hydraulic devices.
Ability to maintain concentration and visual attention for extended periods, including during time pressures and interruptions.
Ability to occasionally sit or stand for extended periods.
Ability to occasionally lift or carry up to 50 pounds and occasionally reach, squat, kneel, climb, push, or pull.
Must not have a peanut allergy.
Ability to work in environments frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme heat, and risk of electrical shock, and occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions, high precarious places, and toxic or caustic chemicals.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with other software, web-based applications, and Internet search functions.
Experience with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
Ability to program Allen Bradley PLCs and PanelViews.

Responsibilities

Prepare work schedules, assign work, and oversee completed work.
Mentor, coach, and counsel maintenance personnel.
Observe maintenance technicians to ensure jobs are completed safely and on time, including cleanup after work.
Work with the Production Supervisor and Maintenance Manager to coordinate parts changes and prioritize work.
Negotiate with vendors to have complex and specialty parts fabricated.
Serve as a technical resource for the Storeroom Technician.
Maintain a clean, functional maintenance shop in compliance with applicable OSHA and NEC regulations.
Ensure OSHA lockout/tagout procedures are followed, identify safety violations, and make appropriate corrections.
Coordinate available manpower to minimize downtime from breakdowns and scheduled preventive maintenance.
Monitor and update written preventive maintenance plans and communicate upcoming work to the Production team.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through workshops, publications, and professional societies.
Follow safety regulations and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
Communicate courteously and professionally with coworkers, management, clients, and others.
Follow regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.