Maintenance Supervisor (3rd shift)

As a Maintenance Supervisor at Schwan's Company, you'll be responsible for overseeing the maintenance activities of our overnight pizza plant in Salina, KS. Your key duties will include managing a team of maintenance technicians, planning and scheduling routine maintenance, supervising equipment repairs, and ensuring that all tasks are performed efficiently to maximize production uptime. You will also handle emergency maintenance and provide training programs for team members.

To qualify for the Maintenance Supervisor position at Schwan's Company, candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, along with at least five years of relevant maintenance experience, including two years in a leadership capacity. Additionally, a strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical systems, and food plant production equipment is preferred to effectively manage the diverse responsibilities of this role.

The Maintenance Supervisor position at Schwan's Company is a night shift role, typically working from 11 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with an every other weekend schedule. This position allows for some flexibility based on personal circumstances and plant needs, ensuring both the company's operational requirements and the employee's work-life balance are considered.

As a Maintenance Supervisor at Schwan's Company, you'll be leading a team of up to 20 maintenance technicians. This dynamic team works together to maintain our high standards of efficiency and safety in the overnight pizza plant operations. Collaboration and effective communication will be essential qualities in this role to foster a productive work environment.

Schwan's Company offers a comprehensive benefits package for Maintenance Supervisors, which includes a competitive salary range along with a 10% annual incentive bonus based on organizational performance. Additional rewards encompass health benefits, retirement plans, and support programs focused on overall well-being, providing a strong foundation for you and your family.

As a Maintenance Supervisor, prioritizing maintenance tasks involves assessing the production schedule, understanding potential impacts of equipment failure, and collaborating with team members to address urgent issues first. It's essential to balance routine upkeep with reactive maintenance needs while keeping safety and efficiency in mind. Sharing some examples from previous experiences can help showcase your prioritization skills.

When discussing scheduling maintenance, refer to specific methods or tools you’ve used in past roles to develop maintenance schedules. Explain how you ensure equipment uptime through predictive maintenance and discuss how you accommodate both planned and emergency maintenance while minimizing disruptions to production.

A Maintenance Supervisor should be well-versed in OSHA regulations, EPA standards, and USDA sanitation requirements, particularly in a food plant setting. Mention your familiarity with these guidelines and how you've implemented safety protocols in your previous roles to ensure a safe work environment for your team.

Handling team conflict requires open communication and active listening. Explain your approach to fostering a collaborative environment, recognizing the issue while maintaining professionalism, and working towards a solution that respects all parties involved. Provide examples of past conflicts you've successfully resolved.

Training new staff starts with clear communication of expectations and responsibilities. Discuss your training methods, such as paired mentoring, hands-on demonstrations, and including them in regular maintenance activities to enhance learning. Highlight how you adapt training styles to fit different learning preferences.

When describing a challenging maintenance problem, focus on detailing the problem, your approach to diagnosing it, the solutions you considered, and the steps you took to resolve it effectively. This showcases your analytical skills and ability to think critically under pressure.

Aligning maintenance procedures with production goals involves regular communication and collaboration with production management to understand priorities. Share your processes for adjusting maintenance schedules based on production needs and how you monitor performance metrics to ensure alignment.

Provide an example of a specific initiative you led to enhance maintenance efficiency, whether through implementing new technologies, reorganizing workflows, or introducing preventive maintenance strategies. Support your answer with quantitative improvements where possible to demonstrate the impact of your efforts.

Mention any Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software you have experience with, such as SAP, MAXIMO, or similar platforms. Explain how you've utilized these tools for scheduling, tracking maintenance tasks, managing inventory, and generating reports to drive efficiency in maintenance operations.

Staying updated requires commitment to continuous learning. Mention resources such as industry journals, workshops, webinars, and professional networks you participate in. Highlight any certifications or trainings you've pursued to showcase your dedication to professional growth in the maintenance field.