Maintenance Supervisor

Title: Maintenance Supervisor - Food Manufacturer Location: Cincinnati, OH Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 + Great benefits package Shift: 1st and 2nd available Job Type: Direct hire, full time (must be a US Citizen or green card holder) Position Summary We are seeking individuals who are interested in learning, growing, and advancing within a dynamic manufacturing organization. Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement are available in a collaborative, safety-focused, and team-oriented work environment. The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain food production and facility equipment while serving as a technical resource for the maintenance team. This role provides leadership through coaching, mentoring, and motivating team members while delivering both reactive and proactive support to manufacturing operations. The position also requires ownership of projects and maintenance initiatives within a facility operating on a continuous production schedule. This role reports directly to the Maintenance Manager. Responsibilities Demonstrate strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to prevent or minimize production downtime. Implement corrective actions for critical equipment issues or prolonged downtime events. Take a proactive approach to identifying and resolving maintenance concerns. Work independently with minimal supervision. Maintain a visible presence on the production floor and communicate regularly with production leads and supervisors. Develop team schedules to minimize overtime while ensuring adequate operational support. Manage employee call-offs and staffing shortages by coordinating resources across shifts. Maintain and communicate updated staffing schedules and workforce adjustments. Routinely inspect equipment and facilities to identify maintenance issues and opportunities for improvement. Utilize multiple resources to complete tasks, identify replacement parts, and support maintenance activities. Promote effective communication across departments. Monitor team performance to ensure quality work, task completion, effective use of the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), and workplace organization. Foster a positive work environment through timely and respectful communication with employees. Recommend or initiate personnel actions, including hiring, disciplinary actions, and termination recommendations, as appropriate. Support continuous improvement initiatives through team engagement, compliance, and execution. Participate in and lead training activities as needed while documenting completion. Lead complex repairs and coordinate with external technical support resources when necessary. Collaborate on capital projects, process improvements, equipment upgrades, and operational initiatives. Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Proficiency in electrical, mechanical, and welding disciplines. Ability to use electronic equipment and business software applications, including computers, mobile devices, email, and CMMS platforms. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with changing priorities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong decision-making and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to lead by example and consistently enforce workplace policies and procedures. Leadership skills with experience coaching, developing, and managing employees, including performance and disciplinary matters. Flexible schedule availability, including weekends, evenings, and off-hours as needed. Education and Experience Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Minimum of 5 years of industrial maintenance experience. Prior supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment preferred, with 3 or more years strongly preferred. Compensation and Benefits Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience, qualifications, and job-related skills. A comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth and career development are offered. Additional Information This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the role and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or activities. Responsibilities may change as business needs evolve. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. The employer is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics under applicable laws. #JDP