Supervisor, Maintenance

Ventura Foods

. Supervise and coordinate workers installing, testing, repairing, and adjusting equipment .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeSaint Joseph • Missouri • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supervising maintenance operations within the Food & Beverage industry, focusing on preventive maintenance strategies, compliance with safety regulations, and effective team training and development. Proficient in troubleshooting and resolving equipment issues while ensuring production efficiency and adherence to quality standards.

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Maintenance SupervisionPreventive Maintenance StrategiesCompliance With OSHA StandardsKnowledge Of GMPsRoot Cause Analysis

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Hard Skills

Electrical SystemsAmmonia RefrigerationHigh Pressure BoilersPneumaticsBlueprintsPackaging EquipmentPreventive ControlsTechnical Understanding Of Manufacturing EquipmentLOTOPLC

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam LeadershipCoachingProblem SolvingPerformance Appraisal

Tools & Technologies

JDE CMMS SystemLean ToolsSafety ProgramsTPC Online

Industry Keywords

Food & Beverage IndustryGood Manufacturing PracticesFood Safety Modernization ActSQF CodeSanitationUnion Relations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise and coordinate workers installing, testing, repairing, and adjusting equipment
Ensure equipment runs efficiently to meet production goals and work orders are completed
Orient, train, assign, schedule, coach, and discipline mechanics
Schedule and direct maintenance employees performing daily work
Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve work problems or assist workers in resolving them
Develop and maintain preventive maintenance strategies for electrical and automation systems, HVAC, air compressors, and ammonia systems
Develop and communicate preventive maintenance schedules
Monitor and report maintenance completion in the JDE CMMS system
Use lean tools to recommend improvements to production methods, equipment performance, and efficiency
Drive root-cause analysis of downtime
Coordinate with the Production Manager and production supervisors to meet production goals and provide emergency equipment support
Develop and maintain employee training programs, including LOTO, TPC online, NFPA, PLC, and root cause analysis
Maintain compliance with OSHA, NFPA, DOLI, company policies, and federal and state regulations
Appraise employee performance and recommend wage advancement based on skill level
Apply corrective action according to company policy
Participate in daily production meetings and resolve problems to increase productivity and improve quality
Schedule and lead daily, weekly, and monthly staff meetings
Advocate for facility safety and follow safety procedures
Work with the safety team to develop and maintain safety programs and lead maintenance team safety programs
Assure compliance with food safety policies, SQF code, GMPs, FSMA, and associated Preventive Controls

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years experience in Maintenance Supervisory capacity within Food & Beverage industry
Minimum 2+ years of experience as a front-line supervisor or five years experience in all phases of plant and equipment maintenance
Extremely high degree of accuracy
Experience with electrical systems, ammonia refrigeration, high pressure boilers, pneumatics, blueprints, and packaging equipment
Knowledge of GMPs, sanitation and union relations is helpful
Ability to communicate accurately and clearly with oral and written materials
Technical understanding of manufacturing equipment and maintenance
Ability to maintain compliance with OSHA standards, NFPA, DOLI, Company policies, and Federal and State regulations
Knowledge of LOTO, TPC online, NFPA, PLC, and root cause analysis
Knowledge of current SQF code, Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), and associated Preventive Controls

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
Employee Appreciation Events
Employee Assistance Programs
Annual bonus (based on the incentive program terms and conditions)
Career growth opportunities
Training and professional development
Safe work environment