Maintenance Supervisor

Job Summary:The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for the development and scheduling of maintenance technicians development and scheduling of preventive maintenance auditing of work performed implementation of process improvements and ensures that all the equipment is in proper working order while still maintaining food safety and quality requirements. Manage and assist in the completion of the day-to-day activities involving the maintenance of the building/facility equipment grounds keeping security and overall facility Functions of the Job: Respond to requests for repairs and modifications of general plant equipment and systems. Determine the causes of malfunctions along with the extent of repairs /modifications needed. Determine the procedures/methods of corrective the cost feasibility timetables & priority of plant capabilities capacities & usage. Understanding of the Aseptic process flow and terminology a plus. Supervise the staff for general PM of equipment. Oversee the performance of outside contractors. Coordinates the completion of repair/modification projects with contractors vendors and maintenance support services. Develops long and short-term plans for maintenance project needs. Ensure preventative maintenance is being completed. Complete repairs to equipment that can be accomplished with resources available. Maintain and ensure that good housekeeping practices are being followed. Maintains Preventative maintenance program documents. Maintain sufficient inventories of parts and supplies to keep equipment properly maintained. Helps ensure that food safety and quality requirements are maintained when preventative maintenance equipment repairs and improvements and facility construction is happening. Maintain a flexible schedule to include availability on days evenings weekends and other duties assigned by manager. Supervisory Responsibilities:Site MechanicsMRO BuyerMaintenance PlannerMinimum Qualifications:Bachelors Degree or related field of 5 years progressive maintenance experience. 2 years experience in a supervisory role. Preferred Qualifications:Strong working knowledge of systems having a high level of instrumentation and automation. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Practices. Experience in a food manufacturing in Spanish. Proficient with MS Excel Word and with Oracle is verbal written multi-tasking and presentation skills. Ability to create momentum and foster organizational change. Knowledge and Skills:Strong knowledge of machines and tools including their designs uses repair and maintenance. Must be able to operate equipment in production area. Must be able to prepare and maintain accurate paperwork. Ability to analyze a situation and communicate proper information needed to resolve issues. Follow all safety and sanitation terminology related to the process to supervise and maintain an engaged team of employees. Adapt to changes in work environment; Able to deal with frequent changes/delays or unexpected events that can change production schedules and work schedules. Must be able to train new maintenance to express thoughts/ideas in order to improve process operation within guidelines. Able to stand for long periods of time. Maintain good attendance Safely operate to lift minimum of 50 pounds and at times more. Be able to climb bins ladders and steps in high places. Able to work in hot and cold situations. Additional Considerations:Travel Expectation: Up to 10%. This position will be based at the MN Street SunOpta Plant in Alexandria Environment: Approximately 50% of the work is performed in an office environment; 50% of the work will be in a manufacturing or production or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.