Maintenance Supervisor

Job Description Job Description Maintenance Supervisor Location: Clinton, NC Employment Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $80,000–$95,000 Overtime Eligible Benefits & Perks: * Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance * 401(k) * Annual Bonus Potential * Relocation Assistance Available * Long-term career growth opportunities About the Opportunity Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals across the U.S. As a Best of Staffing company, we connect top talent with exceptional employers and support candidates throughout every stage of the hiring process. We are seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance operations in a high-volume food manufacturing environment. This position is ideal for a hands-on leader with strong mechanical and electrical expertise who thrives in fast-paced production settings and enjoys developing teams while driving equipment reliability and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead & Develop the Maintenance Team * Supervise, coach, and mentor Maintenance Mechanics and Electricians * Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with SOPs and best practices * Build team engagement, accountability, and performance Drive Maintenance Excellence * Oversee daily maintenance activities and coordinate priorities with Production teams * Execute preventive, predictive, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) strategies * Improve equipment uptime, reliability, and operational efficiency Monitor Performance & Continuous Improvement * Track KPIs including uptime, OEE, maintenance effectiveness, and contractor performance * Analyze trends and implement corrective actions to improve plant performance * Support initiatives that reduce downtime and increase asset reliability Ensure Compliance & Operational Continuity * Maintain compliance with USDA and applicable regulatory standards * Ensure accurate maintenance records, inventory updates, and system documentation * Support uninterrupted operations by managing urgent issues and maintaining workflow continuity Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field OR equivalent combination of education and maintenance leadership experience * 2 years of leadership experience in maintenance, manufacturing, or industrial operations * Experience leading teams, training employees, and managing projects * Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills * Required: Hands-on experience with ammonia refrigeration systems * Proficiency with Microsoft Office * Strong verbal and written communication skills * Flexibility to work extended hours and weekends as business needs require Preferred Background: Food manufacturing, beverage manufacturing, industrial manufacturing, refrigeration systems, reliability maintenance, plant maintenance, utilities, TPM, CMMS, and continuous improvement.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a