Processing Maintenance Supervisor - Othello, WA

Simplot•Othello, WA

4d•$95,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Maintenance Supervisor leads and coordinates maintenance activities within the plant’s process areas to maximize operating efficiency safely, cost-effectively, and on time. The role ensures process equipment is maintained in top operating condition to support performance, reliability, and productivity, and is accountable for equipment maintenance, continuous improvements, and minimizing downtime. It also ensures the facility remains clean, organized, and well-presented while driving maintenance excellence across processing operations. The position administers plant policies, procedures, and union contracts consistently; directs loss control and maintenance functions; supports training and subordinate skill development; and provides technical services that ensure conformance with applicable safety, quality, sanitation, and environmental codes and standards. Candidates must be willing and able to work nights and weekends as needed and must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Requirements

At least 3 years of related experience and/or training.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Solid mathematical, verbal, and written communication skills.
Knowledge of applicable codes and standards for safety, quality, sanitation, and environmental protection.
Willingness and ability to work nights and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four-year college or university preferred.
Potato processing experience.
Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, sheet metal work, millwright trade practices, and basic electrical systems.

Responsibilities

Administer plant policies, procedures, and union contracts in a fair and consistent manner.
Direct the loss control program to reduce personal injury accidents and other losses and maintain a safe working environment.
Attend and participate in training appropriate to the position and apply acquired skills and knowledge.
Identify subordinates’ training needs, ensure participation in appropriate training, and reinforce skill development through coaching, feedback, and recognition.
Maintain awareness of new developments, equipment, and processes that may support corporate and plant objectives.
Recommend equipment, procedural, and facility modifications to use resources efficiently.
Direct process-area maintenance functions to maintain operating efficiency and meet downtime, quality, volume, grade yield, safety, and cost-control objectives.
Provide technical services and ensure conformance with applicable safety, quality, sanitation, and environmental codes and standards.
Maintain process equipment in top operating condition, support continuous equipment improvements, minimize downtime, and help keep the facility clean and organized.