Maintenance Supervisor - 2nd Shift

About Us:

The Michigan Milk Producers Association is a dairy farmer owned cooperative and dairy processor. Founded in 1916, the MMPA serves dairy farmers in Michigan, Indiana, Ohio and Wisconsin. MMPA maintains a strong presence within the dairy industry with strategic business relationships through a variety of channels like processing shelf-stable, value added dairy products. MMPA has five member owned processing plants in Michigan, Indiana and Ohio, including Superior Dairy and the Middlebury Cheese Company. Products made at MMPA’s plants include fluid milk, cheese, ultrafiltered milk, cottage cheese, ice cream, butter, nonfat dry milk, cream and condensed skim milk.

Why working here:

• Competitive salary
• Health and wellness benefits with medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield, including mental health benefits
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Employer-matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Personal and professional growth opportunities
• Employee appreciation events and recognition awards
• Employee wellness initiatives
• Employee feedback and suggestion forums

Job Summary: 

Direct the on-shift maintenance team to maximize the plant operations. This includes on-shift maintenance accountability for automation controls, receiving, processing, load outs, evaporation, drying, butter production, facilities, HVAC systems. This position focuses on managing the day-to-day activities of the on-shift maintenance team. This position will report directly to the Maintenance Manager.

Maintenance Supervisor’s Responsibilities:

• Supervising and leading all maintenance processes and operations on shift
• Work closely with Plant Engineering and Maintenance Manager to troubleshoot, improve and maintain the current operating facility
• Lead on-shift maintenance team through difficult downtime events to include prioritizing critical downtime activities and managing all work orders through the shift
• Inspect all machinery to ensure it is in a working standard
• Assist in creating and implementing maintenance procedures
• Conduct regular inspections of the facilities to detect and resolve problems
• Assist with implementing and maintaining training for maintenance team to continue to grow. Training activities to include electrical and mechanical systems training and growth in control systems trouble shooting
• Planning and managing all repair and installation activities
• Ensuring all department workers adhere to the safety policies and procedures
• Manage and validate performance of a rigorous preventative maintenance program
• Preparing daily progress reports and maintenance logs
• Overseeing equipment stock and placing orders for new supplies when necessary
• Responsible for maintaining spare parts usage and inventory for all on shift activities
• Ability to manage contractors working in the facility

Maintenance Supervisor’s Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in a mechanical or electrical discipline (preferred)
• Lead from the Front Mentality – Shop Floor management is a requirement
• Must be competent with CMMS systems, Supervisory control systems, Controls Logic and other programs that are specific to work environment
• Strong aptitude of automation, automation controls and control logic
• A minimum of 5 years experience in maintenance
• Good understanding of the technical features of plumbing, electrical systems, mechanical systems, vacuum, and pressure systems
• Technical experience with industrial refrigeration and boilers systems are recommended
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Physical Demands:

• Ability to be on your feet for long periods of time
• Large facility which requires extensive walking
• Repetitive Stairs: Equipment extends to 10–12 stories and will require frequent trips during inspections and maintenance events

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities that are required of the role. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

MMPA provides the opportunity for meaningful work that makes a difference in the daily industry and in our communities. The diverse talents and perspectives of our employees help us to meet the needs of our member farms and the customers we serve.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States.

MMPA is committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive environment for all employees as one of our top priorities. As part of our commitment to our well-being and workplace safety, all applicants are required to undergo a drug screening and background check as part of the hiring process.

We are not accepting unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals, or resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies for this position.

MMPA is an equal opportunity employer.

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