Maintenance Supervisor-Vicksburg, MS

Job Details:

Maintenance Supervisor  

Location: Vicksburg Plant 
Department: Maintenance  
Reports To: Maintenance Superintendent 

Job Description Summary 

The Maintenance Supervisor / Maintenance Trainer is responsible for overseeing all aspects of plant maintenance operations while leading, training, and developing Maintenance Generalists. This position coordinates preventive and corrective maintenance activities, minimizes equipment downtime, and ensures compliance with safety, food safety, SQF, GMP, and company policies. In addition to supervisory responsibilities, this role serves as the primary trainer for maintenance personnel, ensuring consistent skill development, standardized maintenance practices, and regulatory compliance across the department. 

Key Responsibilities 

Maintenance Supervision & Operations 

• Supervise, lead, and direct Maintenance Generalists and maintenance technicians 

• Assign work, prioritize maintenance activities, and manage daily workloads 

• Coordinate preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance to minimize production downtime 

• Monitor equipment performance and downtime metrics; identify and implement improvements 

• Review work orders, equipment history, and maintenance records to identify trends and recurring issues 

• Assist the Maintenance Manager in developing and enforcing maintenance policies and procedures 

• Ensure maintenance activities align with production schedules and sanitation requirements 

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, plumbing, and basic PLC-related issues 

• Direct and assist with repairs as needed to restore equipment functionality 

• Ensure tools, spare parts, and materials are properly managed and available 

Training & Development (Maintenance Trainer Function) 

• Serve as the primary trainer for Maintenance Generalists and new maintenance hires 

• Develop, deliver, and document training programs for equipment operation, troubleshooting, PM tasks, and safe work practices 

• Ensure maintenance employees are properly trained on SOPs, LOTO, GMPs, SQF requirements, and food safety expectations 

• Provide hands-on coaching, mentoring, and skills assessments for maintenance personnel 

• Identify skill gaps and coordinate cross-training to build a versatile maintenance team 

• Maintain training records and ensure compliance with regulatory and company training requirements 

• Support continuous improvement through ongoing technical and safety training initiatives 

Safety, Quality, and Compliance 

• Promote and enforce a strong “Safety First” culture within the maintenance department 

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with OSHA regulations, GMPs, SQF requirements, and company policies 

• Ensure maintenance work does not compromise food