Maintenance Supervisor - Day Shift

As a working Supervisor, this position will provide direction, establishing priorities, assigns tasks, coordinates work projects and the work of other maintenance personnel to ensure safe and effective use of manpower. Ensures reliable operation of plant/warehouse and equipment.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe duties and responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following:GeneralSupervises repairs, maintenance, cleaning and installation of machines to ensure continuous production.Supervises general maintenance of building and grounds.Inspect machines and equipment for conformance with operational standardsEnsures that the building, the machinery, and all areas are fully functional and safe for use. Responsible for all projects related to facilities maintenance.Ensures all plant/DC systems are operating as required and within the specification limits for plant operations. (air compressors, ammonia systems, HVAC, etc.)Observes, documents and offers suggestions for equipment modifications, changes and upgrades that improve production processes.Develop preventative maintenance plans for all equipmentRequisition tools, equipment and supplies for required operations.Responsible for monitoring completion of assigned Preventative Maintenance tasks and returns completed documentation to Maintenance Coordinator.PersonnelEnsure proper staffing is maintained, including interviewing and hiring new team members.Responsible for coaching and disciplining employees. Responsible for appraising employee performance.Train maintenance associates in all aspects of their job responsibilitiesEnsure that all employees are adequately and properly trained in safety, sanitation procedures, and chemical handling, etc.Develop a workforce that trains line leads to be responsible for all aspects of their lines and are capable of performing preventative maintenance procedures.Maintain attendance records, counsel employees with poor attendance, and follow up with coaching/discipline as appropriate.Appraise work performance: conduct appropriate reviews for team members; give coaching/discipline as appropriate in a consistent and timely manner.Review, correct, and approve timekeeping tool to ensure team members are paid correctly each pay period.Ensures all procedures, polices, and work rules are followed.SafetyMaintains a safe and healthy working environment in accordance with all safety, USDA and OSHA regulations.Maintains a clean work area and follows all safety procedures and instructs Maintenance Technicians, i.e. Lock-out/Tag-out, to maintain a safe working environment.Documents all on-site employee accidents and reviews preventative measures with employee.Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)LeadershipProvide hands on leadership to the facility maintenance teamBuild and support a culture which values Personnel Safety and Food Safety.Encourage team member initiative and innovation, and show recognition for effort and achievement.CommunicationCommunicate with peers, subordinates, and leaders in an effective, timely manner.Confer with management and suppliers to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipmentPerforms other duties and responsibilities as necessary.