Industrial Maintenance & Reliability Supervisor

Role SnapshotYou are the go-to leader who keeps a processing plant running smoothly. Partnering closely with the Plant Manager, you take ownership of the maintenance department—planning work, solving problems fast, and ensuring equipment is safe, reliable, and production-ready.Salary - $34 - $36/hourA Day in the LifeMorning walkthroughs set the pace—you inspect critical assets, assign priorities to the maintenance crew, and kick off preventive maintenance tasks to avoid unplanned downtime. Throughout the day, you coordinate repairs to processing equipment, collaborate with the MP&V Manager as needed, and flag any issues that could affect product quality or quantity to the Plant Manager. You keep the floor safe, tidy, and compliant, and you step in to coach, schedule, and support your team so work is executed efficiently and safely. You own results for the department and pitch in wherever management needs an extra set of hands.Core ResponsibilitiesLead daily monitoring of all plant equipment to spot issues early.Oversee maintenance and repairs for all processing machinery.Run a robust preventive maintenance program for processing assets.Support the MP&V Manager when applicable.Escalate any concerns impacting product volume or quality to the Plant Manager.Maintain a safe work area and promptly report hazards.Assume full responsibility for maintenance department outcomes.Take on additional duties and special projects as assigned by management.Uphold the Code of Business Ethics—model honesty, integrity, and the highest ethical standards.Judgment & ImpactThis role requires sound decision-making. Production efficiency and profitability depend on equipment uptime and effective scheduling of the maintenance crew.Team LeadershipYou supervise the maintenance crew, providing training, day-to-day direction, and continuous coaching. You manage team objectives and handle scheduling, hiring, onboarding, performance management, corrective actions, and conflict resolution.Mental Functions & Key SkillsRead and interpret English documentation (safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, procedures).Work continuously in an alert, safe manner without undue fatigue.Accurately judge time intervals and distances.Quickly store and recall instructions in short-term memory.Maintain focus and exercise strong judgment in cognitively demanding tasks.Adapt rapidly to changes, emergencies, and alarms.Demonstrate a safety-first mindset with genuine care and commitment.Exhibit fast reflexes, solid coordination, and quick response to stimuli.Be free from mental or physical impairments that would hinder safe, competent performance.Respond promptly and appropriately to operating conditions.Cross-Functional CollaborationInternal: Maintenance, Processing, Vault crew, Plant ManagerExternal: Vendors and SuppliersQualificationsHigh school diploma.Experience in a processing environment; able to perform basic math and complete required paperwork.Proficient with Microsoft Office.Background supervising employees and delivering safety training.Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with preventive maintenance.Working Conditions & Physical DemandsWork across temperature zones: 10° rake bin, 20–25° vault, and 40–50° processing areas. Expect prolonged standing and labor-intensive tasks. Ability to lift 50 lbs required. Good manual dexterity is essential. You will work around forklifts and machinery with moving parts.While performing duties, you will regularly sit and communicate; frequently use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms; and occasionally stand and walk. Vision requirements include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Technical ProficienciesPLC troubleshootingRefrigeration systemsMechanical troubleshootingIndustrial electrical work