Maintenance Supervisor

At Emmi Roth, we’re passionate about creating exceptional cheeses. As a leader in the specialty cheese industry, we blend traditional craftsmanship with innovation. Our commitment to local sourcing and quality makes us a trusted brand in the food industry.

Joining Emmi Roth means becoming part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and a shared dedication to excellence. You’ll have the opportunity to work with some of the finest cheeses in the world while contributing to a company that prides itself on both heritage and progress. If you're passionate about food, craftsmanship, and making an impact, we’d love for you to be a part of our journey!

Summary

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the activities of the maintenance team to ensure the efficient operation of machinery, equipment, and facilities. This role involves scheduling preventive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and optimizing equipment uptime. The supervisor will also collaborate with other departments, manage maintenance budgets, and ensure the team is trained in the latest techniques and safety protocols.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Direct, lead and supervisor Maintenance Technicians – including training, planning and scheduling, performance reviews, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving issues
• Provide leadership for the maintenance team. Leadership capabilities include mentoring, motivating, and coaching
• Promote a safety-centered culture and ensure compliance within the workplace
• Work closely with production, quality control, and other departments to optimize equipment performance
• Communicate maintenance status and updates to the operations team and management
• Create, track, review, and maintain the maintenance budget
• Track spare parts inventory to avoid shortages and ensure timely repairs
• Work with contractors and vendors for project and equipment quotes and scheduling work
• Oversee contractors work and insure proper clean up procedures are followed at close of projects
• Develop and implement a preventive maintenance schedule to minimize downtime. Assign a prioritize work orders
• Lead the team in continuous improvement projects and support other area needs.
• Identify and implement cost savings, improvement, and safety measure to boost overall performance and proficiency
• JD Edwards entry and management of Maintenance Portal
• Oversee cleaning and maintenance of grounds, parking lots, fencing and building facilities (e.g., plumbing)
• Ensure team members complete work orders, records, logs and other written or computer-based documents accurately and timely
• Troubleshoot complex problems with equipment when maintenance technicians need assistance
• Occasionally operate material handling equipment, battery equipment, moving machinery, and other powered equipment
• Attend staff and department meetings timely
• Actively participate on EOE Teams that improve workplace safety, reduce waste and improve factory efficiencies
• Performs all duties as assigned
• Stay up to date on industry advancements and new technologies to improve maintenance practices.
• Adhere to ERU food safety policies and all government food safety and sanitation regulations (ex. FDA, HACCP, GMP, OSHA)
  
  

Qualifications

Required qualifications, skills, and experience for the job; education background, certifications, relevant work experience, technical skills, and soft skills.

• High School Diploma or GED required. Technical or Engineering degree highly desirable.
• 2 plus years of supervisory experience required. Supervising maintenance associates preferred
• 5 plus year experience in maintenance or mechanics
• Proven ability to manage large projects and budget
• Flexibility to work after hours, and some weekend and holidays if needed.
• Forklift, scissors, and aerial lift license within first week
• Course work or certification in welding, electrical, boiler, HVAC, mechanical automation, or industrial electronics
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages
• Good computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Read and understand technical drawings (e.g., blueprints, electronic/mechanical schematics, equipment manuals) to repair/maintain equipment
• Ability to communicate clearly to other departments and team as necessary to drive alignment and visibility
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with automated equipment and power equipment
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize under pressure
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams
• Good organization and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented nature
• Minimal travel required
  
  

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible spending accounts & Health Savings Accounts
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short term/Long term disability
• Volunteer time off (VTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet insurance
  
  

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