Maintenance Superintendent

• →Independently manage a large maintenance team over multiple shifts through subordinate supervisors to ensure production machinery is functioning at optimal capacity and facilities and grounds are well maintained 
• →Establish and maintain the preventative maintenance program to ensure machinery is maintained at optimum and safe working condition
• →Determine work order priority and schedule repairs, maintenance and installation of machines/equipment to keep disruption of manufacturing to a minimum
• →Supervise maintenance department personnel in day-to-day operation to insure minimal downtime and costs and optimal accountability, productivity, and efficiency
• →Manage the department budget within approved limits, monitor and recommend cost saving and standardization methods
• →Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities in conjunction with operating teams
• →Work closely with other departments such as Accounting, Engineering, Product Development and Quality Assurance in resolving maintenance related issues, installation of new equipment, capital projects and/or process improvement initiatives
• →Establish and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) to regulate the maintenance function within the processing plant
• →Mentor, coach and train/ cross-train employees encouraging career development; provide consistent feedback concerning strengths and areas in need of improvement
• →Administer performance improvement plans and disciplinary actions on a fair and consistent basis
• →Follow, promote and ensure subordinates adhere to all safety initiatives helping to maintain a zero accident culture
• →Establish, communicate and maintain expectations to support safety, company standards and to provide clear direction to employees
• →Perform other duties as assigned

• →This is a Leader of People position with required competencies: Sizing up People, Delegation, Planning, Customer Focus and Conflict Management

• Bachelors’ degree in related field from an accredited institution
  • Combination of five (5) years’ education and experience may be substituted for degree

• Minimum three (3) years relevant progressive maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting; five (5)+ years’ experience in food industry or protein industry strongly preferred
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in managing a large team across multiple shifts
• Knowledge of food processing systems, as well as SPC and CAD
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements governing the food industry and a thorough understanding of the required support for maintaining utility function, such as various refrigeration/freezing system, boilers, HVAC, PLC controls. etc.; specific experience with bread and batter equipment a plus
• Strong customer focus with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization in a timely and professional manner
• Must have exceptional communication, both verbal and written, attention to detail and the ability to resolve issues efficiently and effectively 
• Proficient computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word)
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment using excellent organizational skills and precise attention to detail
• Must possess a strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level and a strong sense of urgency

• Follow and ensure others follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
• Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to traverse throughout facilities, up and down stairs as needed, both indoors and out
• Frequently subjected to all environs (i.e. extreme wet and cold or hot and humid)
• Occasionally lifts up to 50 lbs