Job Ref: # 6191083
Date Posted: 2/23/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Cincinnati, OH
Category: Food
Salary: $75,000 - $85,000
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead 3rd shift operations within a high-volume food manufacturing facility operating 24/5. This role is responsible for overseeing maintenance technicians, ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting production through both reactive and proactive maintenance strategies. The Maintenance Supervisor reports directly to the Maintenance Manager and serves as the technical and leadership resource for the shift.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on maintenance leader who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and is passionate about team development and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and support maintenance technicians on 3rd shift
- Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and controls issues to minimize downtime
- Implement corrective actions for critical equipment failures and extended downtime events
- Maintain a strong presence on the production floor, partnering with operations leadership
- Develop and manage team schedules to ensure proper coverage while minimizing overtime
- Coordinate staffing adjustments, call-ins, and shift coverage as needed
- Maintain accurate scheduling visibility 4 weeks out and communicate changes promptly
- Monitor CMMS usage to ensure accurate work order documentation and task completion
- Identify equipment reliability improvements and initiate work orders or projects
- Support and lead training initiatives; ensure completion and compliance
- Recommend and manage personnel actions including hiring, coaching, and discipline
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives and support capital or facility projects
- Coordinate complex repairs and collaborate with external technical support as needed
- Promote safety, GMP compliance, and a positive team-oriented culture
Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education
- Associate degree or equivalent technical education/experience preferred
- Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience
- 3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Strong electrical, mechanical, and welding proficiency
- Experience utilizing CMMS and standard business software (PC, email, etc.)
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, and team development skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
- Flexible availability, including weekends or off-hours as needed
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, industrial noise, and powered equipment
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally
- Exposure to varying temperatures typical of food production environments
Benefits & Perks
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Ongoing technical and leadership development opportunities
