Supervisor Maintenance│Dardanelle Plant (Dardanelle, AR)

Job description

Summary

This position is responsible for all aspects of plant maintenance coordination, including leading and directing maintenance technicians. The Maintenance Supervisor will foster a well-trained and motivated staff and assist the Maintenance Manager in directing and coordinating maintenance policies and procedures while maintaining a safe and clean work environment. This role is also responsible for managing and overseeing preventive maintenance programs and equipment repairs, quickly assessing problems to minimize production downtime, and ensuring compliance with SQF Quality Management policies, procedures, and GMP practices.

The Maintenance Supervisor must ensure all maintenance employees understand and follow company policies and procedures.

Requirements

The successful candidate must have the ability and experience to: Lead, direct, evaluate, and train a staff of nine maintenance technicians. Measure, monitor, and reduce machine downtime. Diagnose basic electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, plumbing, and electronic (PLC) issues and direct and/or assist with repairs. Promote a "Safety First" culture among staff. Develop and maintain an effective preventive maintenance program for equipment and plant facilities.

Education

Associate degree, technical college certificate, or equivalent; OR Five (5) or more years of related experience and training; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience in a food manufacturing environment.

Experience

Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Maintenance Lead or Supervisor with direct reports. Experience directing, evaluating, and training maintenance technicians. Communication Skills Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to listen, understand, and convey ideas and information accurately. Computer Skills Basic PLC experience required. Intermediate-level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Experience with SAP is preferred. Position-Specific Requirements Weekend work is required. All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI.

People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Relocation Assistance Eligible

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