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Supervisor, Maintenance

DescriptionGeneral PurposeProvide work direction and supervision to maintenance employees to ensure the effective delivery of maintenance services in accordance with the company’s policies, OSHA regulations, and applicable laws. Function as a resource and point of escalation to direct reports. Coach, mentor, and provide performance development opportunities to team members on an ongoing basis.Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrioritize and assign daily jobs and work orders and provide clear direction to maintenance employees. Oversee pass down issues. Monitor activities to ensure an efficient and safe maintenance operationEnsure maintenance staff has a good understanding of work practices and proceduresAssist the maintenance manager to ensure that all preventative maintenance work orders are completed within the given time. Assist with everyday maintenance issues and repairsActively support and implement preventative maintenance programs; schedule and provide constant monitoring of the preventative maintenance program and make adjustments as neededServe as first point of contact for emergency maintenance requestsOversee the repairs and maintenance of all plant equipmentAssist in developing procedures and policies for maintenance departmentComplete and maintain record keeping using databases and computerized maintenance management systemsSupport work for proper root cause analysis on breakdowns or failures to ensure equipment breakdown issues are addressed and resolvedAssist the maintenance manager on capital and special projectsWork with inventory or supply employees to ensure an adequate inventory of spare parts and equipmentDemonstrate ability to work unsupervised and make competent decisions when the maintenance manager is not availableRemain current with latest and emerging industry regulations and codes relative to mechanical and electrical systems design and operationProvide staff with the necessary training on existing and new equipmentComplete supervisory activities such as administering employee promotions and transfers; reviewing and editing employee timekeeping; completing performance evaluations; mentoring, training, and coaching employeesFollow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all company regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirementsThe requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as requiredRequirementsEducation and ExperienceUndergraduate degree (or equivalent combination of experience and education)2 to 5 years of maintenance or related experience coupled with demonstrated leadership aptitude, team lead experience, or supervisory experienceExperience leading and following safety policies and proceduresCertification and/or License – may be required during course of employment; electrical, welding, boiler, refrigeration, compressed air, wastewater, or plumbing licenses or certificates preferredKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesStrong knowledge of facility equipmentTraining or experience in PLC programming and troubleshootingKnowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systemsKnowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel managementAble to lead and instruct others on the proper and safe proceduresAble to perform all required preventative, productive, predictive, and scheduled maintenance proceduresAble to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writingAble to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamworkAble to think and use independent judgment in planning and organizing multiple tasks and informationAble to demonstrate initiative and follow through on day-to-day responsibilitiesAble to adapt to changing operational needs and lead others through changeAble to select, coach, develop, engage, and retain a team of employeesMust be able to read, write and speak EnglishTravel5%-15% (1-3 times per year)An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/VeteransPay Range$60000 - $80000 / year