Job Information
Dairy Farmers of America Maintenance Supervisor in Richmond, Indiana
Job Description
General Purpose
Provide work direction and supervision to maintenance employees to ensure the effective delivery of maintenance services in accordance with the company’s policies, OSHA regulations, and applicable laws. Function as a resource and point of escalation to direct reports. Coach, mentor, and provide performance development opportunities to team members on an ongoing basis.
Schedule
Second shift: 2pm-10pm, Monday-Friday with rotating weekends
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Prioritize and assign daily jobs and work orders and provide clear direction to maintenance employees. Oversee pass down issues. Monitor activities to ensure an efficient and safe maintenance operation
Implement an effective predictive/preventive maintenance program which has a maintenance strategy for all assets to remove unscheduled down time and increase the lifespan of assets by keeping them in optimal condition with maintenance strategies so assets are timely maintained to minimize costs of asset breakdowns
Use systems (e.g., SAP) to support task planning with time required, parts required, and job descriptions to maximize maintenance activities during normal plant operation, in time made available during washes, planned downtime, and periodic maintenance shuts. Use project management charts detailing activities of planned downtime
Ensure maintenance staff has a good understanding of work practices and procedures
Assist the maintenance manager to ensure that all preventative maintenance work orders are completed within the given time. Assist with everyday maintenance issues and repairs
Actively support and implement preventative maintenance programs; schedule and provide constant monitoring of the preventative maintenance program and make adjustments as needed
Serve as first point of contact for emergency maintenance requests
Oversee the repairs and maintenance of all plant equipment
Assist in developing procedures and policies for maintenance department
Complete and maintain record keeping using databases and computerized maintenance management systems
Support work for proper root cause analysis on breakdowns or failures to ensure equipment breakdown issues are addressed and resolved
Assist the maintenance manager on capital and special projects
Work with inventory or supply employees to ensure an adequate inventory of spare parts and equipment
Demonstrate ability to work unsupervised and make competent decisions when the maintenance manager is not available
Remain current with latest and emerging industry regulations and codes relative to mechanical and electrical systems design and operation
Provide staff with the necessary training on existing and new equipment
Complete supervisory activities such as administering employee promotions and transfers; reviewing and editing employee timekeeping; completing performance evaluations; mentoring, training, and coaching employees
Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all company regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
Benefits
Health and Welfare benefits begin 1 st of the month after start date
401(k) with company contribution – 100% vested at day one of eligibility
Competitive pay ($75k-$85k annual salary) + 5% yearly bonus eligibility
Paid vacation and holidays
Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
Comprehensive healthcare benefits
Service recognition and employee rewards
Employee referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Work for dairy farm families
Requirements
Education and Experience
Undergraduate degree (or equivalent combination of experience and education)
2 to 5 years of maintenance or related experience coupled with demonstrated leadership aptitude, team lead experience, or supervisory experience
Food/beverage manufacturing background preferred
Experience working in a union environment preferred
Experience leading and following safety policies and procedures
Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment; electrical, welding, boiler, refrigeration, compressed air, wastewater, or plumbing licenses or certificates preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong knowledge of facility equipment
Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems
Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management
Able to lead and instruct others on the proper and safe procedures
Able to perform all required preventative, productive, predictive, and scheduled maintenance procedures
Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork
Able to think and use independent judgment in planning and organizing multiple tasks and information
Able to demonstrate initiative and follow through on day-to-day responsibilities
Able to adapt to changing operational needs and lead others through change
Able to select, coach, develop, engage, and retain a team of employees
Must be able to read, write and speak English
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay Range $75000 - $85000 / year