Maintenance Superintendent

Maintenance SuperintendentA food manufacturing plant is seeking a Maintenance Superintendent to lead a team of Maintenance Supervisors and drive the plant's building and equipment maintenance efforts. This role owns maintenance strategy to minimize mechanical downtime, keep production lines running, and lead the development of Preventive and Predictive Maintenance programs, TPM, and related systems.First shift. May require occasional long hours and weekend work depending on operational needs.$100,000 to $130,000, plus flat rate bonus.This role leads maintenance systems and processes to drive performance and minimize costs, using Root Cause Analysis, Reliability-Centered Maintenance, and TPM methodologies to keep the plant operating at maximum capacity. The superintendent schedules work, reduces unscheduled downtime, and works to improve efficiency while managing costs across the maintenance function. Leading and developing the maintenance team is central to the role, including delegation, planning, and organizing work assignments. The role also enforces plant safety policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations and supporting a strong safety culture. Day to day, the superintendent serves as a primary problem solver for operational challenges, providing solutions to equipment failures and other issues to minimize disruption and prevent recurring problems. Working in partnership with the Plant Engineer, this role manages a Preventive and Predictive Maintenance program using the SAP PM Module, analyzing program data to continuously improve processes and equipment reliability. The role also tracks and reports on key performance indicators, including equipment reliability, supplier performance, and overall equipment effectiveness, and leads continuous improvement efforts across the maintenance function.Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university3+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experienceFood manufacturing experienceMaintenance supervisory experienceExperience training, coaching, or mentoring less experienced staff, or managing a process or projectAdvanced technical skills in mechanical or electrical fields (PLCs, instrumentation, mechanical engineering, etc.)Experience leading resource planning in a large manufacturing environmentThorough knowledge of maintenance management systems, work order processes, preventive and predictive maintenance, and TPMStrong critical thinking and problem-solving skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong organizational planning, teamwork, and analytical reasoning skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office and SAPCertified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) or similar credentialPresentation skillsExperience with Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodologiesBase salary $100,000 to $130,000 plus flat rate bonusMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k)PTOTo apply, submit your resume for consideration.