Maintenance Supervisor (Night Shift)

Job Description

Job Description

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.

With over $3B in annual retail sales, fairlife's portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes: fairlife® ultra-filtered milk ; Core Power® High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife® nutrition plan™ , a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.

A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products, please visit fairlife.com.

job purpose :

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for supervising day‑to‑day maintenance operations, ensuring production, processing, and facility equipment are maintained in a safe, compliant, and reliable condition. This role leads maintenance personnel, prioritizes work orders and preventive maintenance, and partners with operations to minimize downtime and support continuous improvement.

responsibilities:

• Plan, supervise, and coordinate the daily activities of maintenance team members across mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, planning, and parts room functions to support safe and reliable operations.
• Ensure production, processing, and facility maintenance issues are addressed promptly with appropriate follow‑through to minimize downtime and support operational continuity.
• Maintain and oversee systems for tracking work orders, preventive maintenance, spare parts, inventories, purchasing, and maintenance history using the facility's maintenance management system.
• Manage inventories of tools, parts, and supplies; order materials, equipment, and contract services in accordance with established purchasing and bidding procedures.
• Solicit bids for outside contract work and schedule, supervise, and monitor contractors to ensure work is performed safely, on time, and to required standards.
• Support hiring, scheduling, training, coaching, and development of maintenance employees; ensure staffing aligns with forecasted workloads and facility needs.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation related to employee coaching, corrective actions, and disciplinary actions in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all company safety standards, policies, and procedures, and support on‑site safety meetings and compliance with OSHA, EPA, Workers' Compensation, and Hazard Communication requirements.
• Maintain facility documentation including drawings and maps identifying utility cut‑offs, hydrants, gas mains, and other critical safety information; ensure regulatory compliance related to electrical and instrumentation maintenance.

skills/qualifications required:

• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in a maintenance leadership or supervisory role, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic, and evolving environment, including managing competing priorities and ambiguity.
• Strong working knowledge of facility and building infrastructure systems, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and utility systems.
• Proficient in the use of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for work order management, preventive maintenance tracking, and asset history.
• Solid computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) and familiarity with project management or scheduling software.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply vendor manuals, technical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs to support troubleshooting and maintenance activities.
• Proven capability to support root cause analysis, equipment troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills with the ability to interact effectively with cross‑functional partners and external contractors.
• Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment.

working conditions and physical requirements:

• 12 hours sitting/standing/walking around the production floor
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs of materials
• Reaching/bending requirements including climbing ladders or elevated areas
• Hand dexterity for operating machinery or computer systems
• Exposure to hazards (machinery noise, confined spaces, chemical handling, etc.)
• Wearing PPE such as safety glasses, hearing protection, and slip-resistant boots
• Specific atmospheric conditions and environmental factors
• Any other physical requirements including desk work, meetings, and data entry

food safety requirements:

• Notify leadership of any repairs or adjustments that may affect product quality or food safety
• Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas
• Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company
• Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system
• Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system
• Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected
• In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required

how fairlife nourishes you:

At fairlife, we believe in better — and that includes how we support our people. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and wellbeing resources designed to support you physically, emotionally, socially, and financially, both in and out of work. 

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective day one! 
• Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance) 
• Paid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance 
• Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10,000) 
• Parental support & family care benefits, including childcare resources and lactation support 
• 401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match 
• Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses) 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work-life support 
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability 
• Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants) 
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month) 
• Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential 
• Rewards & recognition, matching gifts, free product, and Business Resource Groups 

fairlife's nour!sh program is designed to meet you where you are — supporting your individual wellbeing journey while enabling you to do your best work every day. 

Position location:  Coopersville, MI

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

Travel requirements: <10%

exempt/nonexempt: exempt

*Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Base pay range:

$90,000—$110,000 USD

fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com .

For Recruitment Agencies

As our recruitment is primarily handled in-house, we work only occasionally with external agencies, and only those on our existing, pre-approved vendor list. At this time, we are not reviewing or expanding that list.

Unsolicited resumes or submissions from external agencies not authorized by our Talent Acquisition team will be considered direct candidate applications. As such, fairlife will not assume responsibility for any placement fees associated with these submissions.