Maintenance Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Maintenance Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Duration: Full-time Permanent Location: Opelika, AL Salary: $65k–$95k annually

A leading food manufacturing company with over 70 years of experience producing high-quality beef patties and protein products for top quick-service restaurant (QSR) brands. This USDA-inspected facility delivers billions of hamburger patties annually, backed by strict food safety standards and award-winning quality. Committed to innovation, sustainability, and creating safe, reliable careers in food production.

About the Role

Seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to oversee day-to-day maintenance operations, lead a team of skilled technicians, and ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of equipment and facilities. This 3rd shift role plays a critical part in minimizing downtime, managing preventive maintenance programs, and driving continuous improvement to support production goals.

What You’ll Do

• Maintenance Leadership
• Supervise daily maintenance activities to ensure timely completion of work orders, rapid response to production breakdowns, and compliance with safety and productivity standards.
• Schedule, assign, and monitor preventive maintenance for production machinery, support equipment, and spare parts inventory to minimize downtime and meet production schedules.
• Lead and mentor a maintenance team of 10–20 employees, fostering skill development and teamwork.
• Ensure all work aligns with company standards and regulatory requirements (OSHA, USDA, etc.).
• Project & Budget Management
• Design and coordinate in-house projects to improve productivity, efficiency, and reliability.
• Monitor and control maintenance budget to achieve cost containment and efficiency targets.
• Track and report on maintenance KPIs, including downtime reduction, cost savings, and project completion rates.
• Communication & Collaboration
• Communicate maintenance standards, expectations, and performance goals to the team.
• Partner with production and other departments to coordinate schedules, resolve issues, and improve processes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for maintenance-related concerns and escalate issues as needed.
• Additional Duties
• Review and interpret diagrams, blueprints, and technical documentation to plan maintenance work.
• Identify and resolve anomalies or irregularities in equipment performance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support facility operations.

Education & Experience

Up to 18 months of post-high school education in engineering, electronics, or a related technical field from an accredited vocational, technical, or junior college. 3–6 years of relevant maintenance experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.

Knowledge & Skills

Journey-level knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, refrigeration, pneumatic, boiler, and other mechanical systems. Understanding of maintenance practices in a manufacturing environment. Familiarity with OSHA and USDA regulations. Ability to read blueprints, diagrams, and technical documentation. Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. Effective communication and leadership skills to coach, motivate, and develop a team. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and basic computer applications.

Physical Requirements

Ability to climb, crawl, squat, kneel, reach, and twist as needed. Lift, push, pull, or carry objects over 25 lbs. Work in a general manufacturing environment with high standards for quality and safety.