Plant Engineering Supervisor

Ocean Spray Cranberries • Breinigsville, PA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

In this role, the Plant Engineering Supervisor provides direct supervision to engineering technicians and stockroom coordinators, ensuring effective daily support of plant maintenance and engineering activities. This position coordinates work priorities, supports execution of engineering and maintenance projects, and ensures timely availability of parts and materials to meet operational needs. The supervisor plays a key role in maintaining equipment reliability, supporting process improvements, and enabling continuous improvement initiatives within the facility. This role focuses on hands-on leadership, resource coordination, and execution of technical support services aligned with plant priorities.

Requirements

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Knowledge of maintenance systems, engineering support functions, or industrial operations
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Understanding of safety and food safety standards (OSHA, GMP, SQF, etc.)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Experience using CMMS or similar maintenance tracking systems
• Bachelor's or University Degree
• At least 3 Years of Experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience supervising technical teams (e.g., engineering technicians, stockroom, or maintenance support roles)
• Familiarity with inventory control and parts management systems
• Exposure to automation, controls, or industrial engineering environments
• Experience supporting capital projects or continuous improvement initiatives
• Technical certification or associate degree in engineering technology, maintenance, or related field

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision, coaching, and day-to-day direction for engineering technicians and stockroom coordinators to ensure effective support of plant operations.
• Coordinate work assignments, priorities, and resources across engineering support functions to meet maintenance and production needs.
• Support execution of engineering and maintenance-related projects, including system improvements, equipment upgrades, and process optimization activities.
• Ensure accurate inventory control and timely availability of spare parts and materials to support maintenance and engineering work.
• Collaborate with maintenance, controls, and other plant functions to support equipment reliability, troubleshooting, and automation initiatives.
• Assist in implementing continuous improvement activities related to equipment performance, plant flow, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Support capital project execution by coordinating resources, tracking costs, and ensuring completion of assigned deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, food safety requirements (FDA/GMP/AIB/SQF), and company policies in all engineering support activities.
• Participate in planning and scheduling activities to align engineering support work with production demands and plant priorities.
• Support training and development of team members, including technical skill-building and cross-training within the team.
• Contribute to a positive and productive work environment by addressing day-to-day operational and personnel issues within the team.
• Escalate complex technical or operational issues to appropriate plant leadership as needed.

Benefits

• Complete insurance package on Day-1 that includes a plethora of health and wellness programs
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account
• Life and accident insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Telehealth services
• 1:1 health coaching
• Supportive benefits for all the stages of your life
• 401(k) with up to 6% Company matching; additional potential discretionary match at year-end
• Short-Term Incentive/Performance bonuses
• Flexible scheduling options
• Vacation pay, up to three weeks of time (pro-rated for your first year of employment)
• Holiday pay for 12 holidays
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Tuition/Education assistance programs
• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• Scholarship programs for children of employees
• Parental leave
• Bright Horizons Family Solutions – Back-up care, tutoring, etc.
• Adoption assistance
• Bereavement leave
• Up to $300 fitness reimbursement
• Up to $300 massage reimbursement
• Employee appreciation events
• Employee discounts
• Charitable giving

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level