Foremost Farms USA is one of the largest, leading dairy cooperatives in the United States and major dairy food and ingredients manufacturing business. We represent hundreds of Midwest dairy farmer members located in seven Midwest states, and we produce about 500 million pounds of cheese and 50 million pounds of butter in plants across our network every year. "We Bring Dairy to Life" in seven manufacturing plants across Wisconsin and Michigan and in our headquarters in Middleton (Madison), Wisconsin; and we’re looking for employees who are innovative and aim for excellence in our wide variety of production, field and business roles. Join us!
JOB TITLE: Maintenance Supervisor
POSITION TYPE: Full time
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
Monday - Friday working 8:00am - 5:00pm.
Ability to respond to plant emergencies, including nights and weekends.
Position Overview
The Maintenance Supervisor ensures the best possible maintenance support for the entire facility to optimize production operations. They will contribute to the success of the organization through analyzing data to understand equipment downtime and mitigate unplanned equipment failure.
Key Accountabilities
Maximize production efficiencies and minimize equipment downtime:
Optimize production operations through prioritizing, scheduling, and coordinating requests of repairs and installations for all aspects of maintenance work. This includes efficient and effective repair and installation of equipment, building systems, processes, calibration of instruments and making program changes and adjustments as needed on all process control systems.
Prioritize, schedule, perform work assignments, and establish a maintenance schedule that maximizes efficiency and reduces equipment down time. Coordinate downtime with other stakeholders to schedule routine maintenance on boilers, HVAC, ammonia, sprinkler systems and other building systems and equipment.
Review and recommend equipment changes and assist in the design and installation of new projects, equipment, and control systems. Oversee outside contractors to ensure installations are completed within specifications.
Act as the technical resource to address and resolve any maintenance related inquiries and problems, including aiding in trouble shooting plant equipment malfunctions.
Lead, mentor, and schedule maintenance technicians. Assign responsibilities and preventative and corrective maintenance work orders.
Ensure safety and training in the workplace:
Participate in safety efforts including attending safety meetings, incident investigations, assisting in root cause analysis and auditing.
Provide training to operators and maintenance staff regarding the operation and troubleshooting of process controllers and instrumentation.
Standardize procedures and preventive maintenance instructions when new equipment and processes are implemented.
Ensure all practices comply with regulatory and internal policies:
Manage OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) programs, with an emphasis on lockout/tagout and electrical safety.
Collaborate with stakeholders to develop, recommend, and implement an approved maintenance department budget.
Review and identify SQF compliance in relation to the maintenance function at the facility.
Ensure that quality and food safety best practices are performed for all operations within the facility.
Monitor gas, water, and electrical usage and recommend methods to reduce usage.
Oversee the operation of the wastewater treatment equipment and/or the boilers.
This role is accountable for ensuring that monitoring and/or verifying of control points occurs and that the required documentation is completed. For example, Critical Control Points(CCP), Preventive Controls(PC), Critical Quality Points(CQP), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points(HACCP), and Safe Quality Food(SQF) plans. This is not an all-inclusive list.
Other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Associate degree in science, or completion of trades training
5 years of progressively responsible related experience
Key competencies
Facilitate trusting relationships through effective communication, follow through on commitments, resolving conflicts and recognizing the good work of others.
Regularly challenge the status quo by identifying opportunities for improvement, challenging the current state, and understanding that change and growth are ongoing.
Develop innovative solutions by bringing and supporting new ideas and thinking.
Demonstrate focused and disciplined execution by measuring performance toward goals and objectives.
Take ownership to move self (and team, if applicable) forward with positive approach intended to exceed expectations and inspire same in others.
Physical Setting
Benefits:
At Foremost Farms, we believe that you and your family matter most. That’s why we’re proud to offer one of the most comprehensive and competitive benefits packages in the area — designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance.
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Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Flexible coverage with options to meet the needs of you and your family
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401(k) Retirement Plan – 100% company match on up to 8% of your contributions
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Generous Paid Time Off – Start with 200 hours of PTO (pro-rated for first year)
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10 Paid Holidays – Enjoy time to rest and recharge
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Paid Parental Leave – 6 weeks fully paid
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Health Savings Account (HSA) – when you elect the high-deductible health plan
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Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Save for medical and dependent care expenses
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Life and Disability Insurance – Financial protection for you and your loved ones
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Daily Pay Option – Access your earnings when you need them
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges
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Referral Program – Earn rewards for bringing great people to our team
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Career Growth Opportunities – Advance your skills and your career with us
This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. Foremost Farms USA is an at-will employer, which means that either party is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time, without any advanced notice, for any reason or no reason.
