Maintenance Supervisor
Miniat

Job Info

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Position Description:

Performs functions to maintain building and process operations by supporting and controlling maintenance functions, including technicians, grounds, building and equipment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Investigates & resolves production equipment issues in a timely manner
• Responsible for scheduling, interviewing, hiring and training employees in accordance with company policies & applicable laws
• Identifies staffing requirements to meet business needs
• Supervises outside contracted labor, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Utilizes a computerized maintenance management system to optimize asset utilization through scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Reviews production schedule and coordinates with production when equipment is not scheduled for production, directs timely equipment preventive maintenance
• Assures proper operation of support assets along with building and grounds
• Analyzes mechanical and operational problems of equipment through personal observations, maintenance logs, and operator feedback, and plans for and takes corrective action
• Maintains relevant records and ensures USDA, OSHA, and other regulatory agency standards and programs are implemented
• Works with inventory control to maintain and organize spare part inventory
• Promotes a culture of safety and engages in safety initiatives
• Supports the Director of Maintenance's initiative of continuous development of the maintenance team
• Serves as back-up to Director of Maintenance
• Performs other functions as assigned

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities:

• Hires, fires, coaches, counsels, and motivates staff
• Responsible for supervising and directing employees, including mechanics and technicians
• Oversees administration of timecards and approval of time off requests
• Oversees employee participation and adherence to food safety and employee safety programs and policies
• Manages staff by orienting and training employees on company rules, safety, and job functions, including new process workflows and designs; as well as identifying high potential individuals for future opportunities
• Guides the enforcement of systems, policies, and procedures consistently and fairly
• Resolves personnel issues in accordance with company guidelines and policies and participate in union grievance meetings as necessary

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience
• 5-7 years of related work experience and management experience
• Willing share a call schedule 24/7
• Effective communication and training skills
• Understanding of OSHA and general safety guidelines
• Detail oriented with strong analytical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and various computer applications

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift up to 80 lbs. occasionally
• Able to function at heights of approximately 40 feet
• Able to tolerate extreme temperatures

Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking: The ability to tackle a problem by using a logical, systematic sequential approach.
• Results Orientation : The ability to focus on the desired result of one's own or one's unit's work, setting challenging goals, focusing effort on the goals, and meeting or exceeding them.
• Time Management: Able to make the most effective use of one's own time and that of others; gets the job done without procrastinating or delaying; is constantly aware of what is the best use of time.
• Communication: The ability to give and gather information and actively manage the communication process by asking questions, conveying complex information in plain language, listening and considering others' views, state own views clearly and concisely, and address conflict in a professional and productive manner.
• Action Orientation: Maintaining a sense of urgency to complete a task. Seeks information rather than waiting for it.

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