Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor (F and B)

Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor 

Job Summary:

The Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor (Mid-Level) is responsible for leading the mechanical maintenance team in executing preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance across production and facility equipment. This role ensures mechanical systems—including conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, hydraulics, and packaging lines—operate reliably and safely to meet production goals. The supervisor manages daily technician activities, coordinates with cross-functional teams, supports asset reliability strategies, and ensures compliance with safety and GMP standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Daily Execution

• Lead and supervise a team of 5–10 mechanical technicians across assigned shifts.

• Plan and assign work orders based on production schedules, equipment priorities, and maintenance needs.

• Provide hands-on support and guidance during complex repairs and breakdowns.

Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

• Oversee the execution of preventive maintenance (PM) plans and ensure PM compliance.

• Review and improve mechanical maintenance procedures and checklists.

• Lead troubleshooting of mechanical issues on production lines, utilities, and facility systems.

Maintenance Planning & Coordination

• Collaborate with Maintenance Planners, Production, and Engineering to minimize unplanned downtime and improve maintenance scheduling.

• Support spare parts planning and critical equipment inventory management.

• Assist in planning and executing mechanical scope for shutdowns, overhauls, or small capital projects.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure mechanical maintenance activities follow OSHA, LOTO, machine guarding, and plant safety procedures.

• Promote food safety, GMP, and sanitation compliance in mechanical work areas.

• Participate in safety audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments.

Performance Tracking & Continuous Improvement

• Use CMMS to track maintenance KPIs: response time, downtime, MTTR, PM completion, and backlog.

• Support root cause analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement (CI) initiatives to reduce equipment failures.

• Identify and implement improvements to mechanical systems, reliability practices, and team performance.

Key Focus Areas:

• Shift-level mechanical maintenance leadership and technician development

• Execution and improvement of PM and CM programs

• Downtime reduction and equipment performance tracking

• Safety, GMP, and compliance in mechanical repair processes

• Cross-functional collaboration with Production, QA, and Engineering

• CMMS usage, work order accuracy, and maintenance documentation

• Participation in small projects and continuous improvement

Qualifications & Skills:

Education:

• Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechanical Maintenance, Industrial Technology, or related field required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Management preferred

Certifications (Preferred but not required):

• OSHA 30, Maintenance Management Certification, or TPM/Six Sigma certification

• Welding, hydraulic, or rigging certifications are a plus

Experience:

• 5–7 years of experience in mechanical maintenance, preferably in food, beverage, CPG, or pharmaceutical manufacturing

• At least 2 years in a supervisory or lead technician role

• Experience with high-speed packaging equipment, utility systems, and conveyors preferred

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of pumps, gearboxes, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical alignment

• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and OEM documentation

• Proficient in CMMS (e.g., SAP, Maximo) and Microsoft Office

Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership, team-building, and communication skills

• Organized, proactive, and hands-on approach to problem-solving

• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or nights if required