TWO Maintenance Supervisors (Preventive Maintenance, maintenance supervisor, manufacturing industry, compliance, equipment performance) in Opelika, AL
3 6 years of maintenance experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
POSITION: TWO Maintenance Supervisors (Preventive Maintenance, maintenance supervisor, manufacturing industry, compliance, equipment performance)
LOCATION: Opelika, AL [ONE for First Shift, ONE for Third Shift - 3 pm to midnight]
DURATION: Full-Time Position
SALARY: Excellent Compensation with benefits + 401K
SKILLS: Maintenance Supervisor, Preventive Maintenance, manufacturing industry, compliance, equipment performance, OSHA
DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to oversee day-to-day maintenance operations, lead a team of skilled technicians, and ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of equipment and facilities. This position plays a critical role in minimizing downtime, managing preventive maintenance programs, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to support production goals.
Must-Haves:
- Supervise daily maintenance activities to ensure timely completion of work orders, rapid response to production breakdowns, and compliance with safety and productivity standards
- Schedule, assign, and monitor preventive maintenance for production machinery, support equipment, and spare parts inventory to minimize downtime and meet production schedules
- Lead and mentor a maintenance team of 10 20 employees, fostering skill development and teamwork.
Nice-To-Haves:
- Review and interpret diagrams, blueprints, and technical documentation to plan maintenance work
- Identify and resolve anomalies or irregularities in equipment performance
ROLE:
Maintenance Leadership:
- Supervise daily maintenance activities to ensure timely completion of work orders, rapid response to production breakdowns, and compliance with safety and productivity standards
- Schedule, assign, and monitor preventive maintenance for production machinery, support equipment, and spare parts inventory to minimize downtime and meet production schedules
- Lead and mentor a maintenance team of 10 20 employees, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Ensure all work is performed according to GSF standards and regulatory requirements (OSHA, USDA, etc.)
Project & Budget Management:
- Design and coordinate in-house projects to improve productivity, efficiency, and reliability
- Monitor and control maintenance budget to achieve cost containment and efficiency targets
- Track and report on maintenance KPIs such as downtime reduction, cost savings, and project completion rates
Communication & Collaboration:
- Communicate maintenance standards, expectations, and performance goals to the team
- Partner with production and other departments to coordinate schedules, resolve issues, and improve processes
- Serve as the point of contact for maintenance-related concerns and escalate issues as necessary
Additional Duties:
- Review and interpret diagrams, blueprints, and technical documentation to plan maintenance work
- Identify and resolve anomalies or irregularities in equipment performance
- Perform other related and assigned duties as needed to support facility operations
REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
- Up to 18 months of post-high school education in engineering, electronics, or a related technical field from an accredited vocational, technical, or junior college
- 3 6 years of relevant maintenance experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role
Knowledge & Skills:
- Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, refrigeration, pneumatic, boiler, and other mechanical systems (journey level)
- Understanding of maintenance practices in a manufacturing environment
- Familiarity with OSHA and USDA regulations
- Ability to read blueprints, diagrams, and technical documentation
- Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Effective communication and leadership skills to coach, motivate, and develop a team
- Work in a general manufacturing environment with high standards for quality and safety
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and basic computer applications
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