Maintenance Supervisor

Maintenance Supervisor 2nd Shift Opelika AL Food Manufacturing Senior Leadership

Oversee day-to-day maintenance operations USDA-inspected beef patty manufacturing facility in Opelika AL. Lead a team of skilled technicians ensure safe and efficient equipment operation and drive continuous improvement initiatives to support production goals and minimize downtime.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Title: Maintenance Supervisor 2nd Shift

Level: Senior

Reports to: Eddie Nabors

Full-time position

In-person required (Opelika AL facility)

No travel required

Vacant for more than 30 days

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

MAINTENANCE LEADERSHIP:

Supervise daily maintenance activities to ensure timely completion of work orders

Respond rapidly to production breakdowns while maintaining safety and productivity standards

Schedule assign and monitor preventive maintenance for production machinery and support equipment

Lead and mentor a maintenance team of 1020 employees

Foster skill development teamwork and performance excellence

Ensure all work complies with GSF standards and regulatory requirements (OSHA USDA)

Manage spare parts inventory to minimize downtime and meet production schedules

PROJECT & BUDGET MANAGEMENT:

Design and coordinate in-house projects to improve productivity efficiency and reliability

Monitor and control maintenance budget to achieve cost containment targets

Track and report on maintenance KPIs: downtime reduction cost savings project completion rates

Identify and resolve anomalies or irregularities in equipment performance

COMMUNICATION & COLLABORATION:

Communicate maintenance standards expectations and performance goals to the team

Partner with production and other departments to coordinate schedules and improve processes

Serve as point of contact for maintenance-related concerns

Escalate issues as necessary to support facility operations

TECHNICAL SUPPORT:

Review and interpret diagrams blueprints and technical documentation

Plan and execute maintenance work according to specifications

Perform other related and assigned duties as needed

REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Up to 18 months of post-high school education in engineering electronics or related technical field (accredited vocational technical or junior college)

36 years of relevant maintenance experience

At least 2 years in supervisory or leadership role

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Journey-level knowledge of electrical hydraulic refrigeration pneumatic boiler and mechanical systems

Understanding of maintenance practices in manufacturing environment

Familiarity with OSHA and USDA regulations

Ability to read blueprints diagrams and technical documentation

Strong project management skills with ability to prioritize and meet deadlines

Effective communication and leadership skills to coach motivate and develop team

Proficiency in Microsoft Word Excel and basic computer applications

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to climb crawl squat kneel reach and twist as needed

Lift push pull or carry objects over 25 lbs

Work in general manufacturing environment with high quality and safety

standards

NICE-TO-HAVES:

Advanced technical certifications in relevant systems

Experience with production scheduling systems

Demonstrated cost savings or efficiency improvements in previous roles

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Equity opportunities

Extensive wellness benefits covering the whole person

People development and advancement opportunities

COMPANY CULTURE:

People First: Dynamic community where talents are celebrated and ambitions nurtured

Values Driven: Culture of innovation integrity and excellence

People Development: Continuous development programs to prepare for future needs

Philanthropy & Sustainability: Committed to making a difference through global sustainability efforts

Equal Opportunity Employer: Diverse perspectives valued; inclusive workplace where everyone thrives

LOCATION:

Opelika AL 36801

In-person required; must report to facility

No relocation support noted

No visa sponsorships supported

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

Experienced maintenance supervisor in food manufacturing or similar production environment

Strong technical background with focus on reliability and continuous improvement

Excellent leadership and team development skills

Safety-conscious with OSHA/USDA compliance knowledge

Results-oriented with proven ability to reduce downtime and control costs

Detail-oriented with strong documentation and reporting skills

Collaborative approach to cross-departmental problem-solving