Maintenance Supervisor (Food Manufacturing)
L7
ilocatumDenison, IAyesterday
$80,000 to $100,000
Occupations
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and RepairersFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating WorkersIndustrial Production ManagersIndustries
Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and MaintenancePerishable Prepared Food ManufacturingFood Service ContractorsMaintenance Supervisor
Denison, IA | Direct Hire
A food manufacturing facility is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance teams responsible for the installation, repair, and preventive maintenance of critical equipment across the plant, facilities, utilities, and powerhouse. This role focuses on minimizing mechanical downtime and maximizing production efficiency by overseeing maintenance of key processes and equipment across two shifts.
Schedule 1st and 2nd shift coverage. May require occasional long hours and weekend work depending on operational needs.
Compensation$80,000 to $100,000, plus bonus.
What You'll Do:
This role leads teams of Maintenance Mechanics and Electricians in predictive and preventive maintenance as well as machine repairs, while training employees on proper work methods and safety procedures. The supervisor oversees maintenance systems, processes, and documentation to ensure consistent performance, and coordinates with Production to schedule equipment and facility repairs in a timely manner. Developing and implementing maintenance systems, including Preventive and Predictive Maintenance, TPM, and SOPs, is a core part of the role, along with providing both long-term solutions and day to day support for troubleshooting and equipment failures. The supervisor develops and maintains KPIs to track maintenance performance, including supplier performance, contractor performance, equipment reliability, and overall equipment effectiveness, and provides regular status reports to the maintenance management team. This role also ensures maintenance tasks comply with USDA regulations and maintains accurate records of maintenance work and inventory, while supporting employee development and coaching across the team.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, plus 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience training, coaching, or mentoring less experienced staff, or managing a process or project
Ability to lead problem-solving and troubleshooting efforts on high-level process issues
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Good planning and priority-setting skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced technical skills in ammonia refrigeration, high pressure boilers, compressed air, and mechanical/electrical fields (PLCs, instrumentation, mechanical engineering)
Experience leading resource planning in a large manufacturing environment
Knowledge of maintenance systems, work order processes, preventive/predictive maintenance, TPM, and inventory/scheduling software
Strong leadership skills (conflict resolution, facilitation, change management, decision making, delegation)
Bilingual
Compensation and Benefits:
Base salary $80,000 to $100,000 plus bonus
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
PTO
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Level
ManagerL7
Salary
$80,000 to $100,000
Location
Denison, IA
Occupation
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers
Industry
Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance
Posted
yesterday
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