Maintenance Supervisor

Job Location: Whitestown, IN

Summary:

The Shift Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for shift maintenance and asset reliability of production and process equipment, and for leading and directing shift mechanics. The Maintenance Supervisor will work with the Maintenance Manager to support the maintenance strategies, drive processes in support of the Hershey Lean program, ensure compliance with all Hershey safety and quality policies, and support meeting all plants' KPIs.

This position is a 2nd shift position: Sunday - Thursday, 9:00 pm - 6 am

In addition, the Maintenance Supervisor:

• Shift management of the maintenance planning and scheduling processes through work-order (SAP) prioritization and scheduling for maintenance activities.
• The Shift Maintenance Supervisor will support the improvement of maintenance processes to ensure sustainable asset reliability, including preventative and predictive measures, working with Business Unit Reliability Leads and Planners
• Collaborates with the Technical Assurance group to ensure asset management and inventory accuracy, and is responsible for ensuring maintenance financial efficiency.
• Support capital project work on your shift
• Accountable for the daily management systems supporting continuous improvement efforts, including defect handling and breakdown elimination (root cause analysis), while supporting equipment centerline and autonomous maintenance activities.
• Lead daily morning shift huddles and ensure quality handoffs between shifts
• Engages with Mechanics & Operators, providing training and coaching to promote ownership of equipment and processes
• Assists in the development and measurement of productivity in all areas of the operation.
• Coordinates and confers with maintenance personnel on equipment repair to ensure continuous operation.
• Improve operational management systems, processes, and best practices.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations while performing work assignments and adhere to all policies and procedures as specified in company manuals and as directed in the employee handbook.
• Proactively seek and participate in available company-sponsored training to develop and advance knowledge base and skill set.
• Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with peers, management, and support resources, with a constant commitment to teamwork and exemplary customer service.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management professionally and efficiently.

Skills and Experience:

• Ability to coach and manage others to achieve results, following all safety, quality, and productivity policies and procedures
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, prioritization, and data analysis skills
• Ability to effectively drive change in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage and support both short-term and long-term maintenance strategies
• Ability to function independently and make decisions to maintain plant operations
• Knowledge of reliability methods and practices to maintain asset performance
• Follow all FDA health and OSHA safety regulations and effectively stay up to date on all Food Safety Management Plans and Safety Programs.
• Work with Training Specialists to support shift training and development, review training documentation, and ensure consistency of execution.
• Computer program knowledge, including Microsoft Office and ERP systems; SAP experience a plus.
• Ability to create accountability and to lead by example.
• Be a self-starter; ability to work independently as well as with other personnel and management.
• Team building, decision making, management, and mentorship skills.
• Proven ability to build strong teams and interact at all levels of the plant, including front-line employees.
• Demonstrates a passion for learning and a willingness to build new skills. Recognizes opportunities to simplify processes and create efficiencies.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to navigate through complex and difficult managerial situations.
• Proficient in developing business strategies, ensuring projects are completed on time and on budget.
• Exposed to food production environment and warehouse environment, which may involve noise and fluctuating temperatures.
• Candidate must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.

Minimum Requirements and Education:

• B.S. degree in Engineering or related discipline preferred - Equivalent technical experience will be considered
• Minimum of 3 years of maintenance, planning, or technical experience required
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and TPM preferred
• Experience with SAP-PM or other CMMS preferred
• Food/Snack industry experience and understanding of FDA, OSHA, and SQF regulations.
• Technical expertise or familiarity with industry-standard equipment.
• Computer program knowledge, including Microsoft Office and ERP systems; SAP experience a plus.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to read and write.
• Assist with all other tasks assigned by plant management.

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