Your Opportunity as an Engineering Supervisor

Supervise and train maintenance personnel in the upkeep of existing equipment and the installation of new equipment. Plan and direct engineering and maintenance activities for a work shift. Focus on meeting standards for quality, productivity, downtime, and cripples.

Location: Indianapolis, IN Manufacturing Plant

Work Arrangements: 100% on-site, Overnight Shift

In this Role You Will:  

Enhance overall safety, quality, and productivity in the Bakery by providing technical expertise and guidance, implementing effective predictive and preventative PM programs, and building capability in all operations technicians

Drive high-performance work culture by engaging with team members on the floor and coaching to problem solve, make decisions, and become self-reliant

Maximize equipment availability, minimize unplanned downtime, and extend equipment life through a sustainable PM program, and implementation of loss elimination projects

Expert level understanding of equipment in designated department; provide technical support to teams

Build mastery level skills in advanced technicians, advanced technical skills in equipment owners, and basic technical and trouble-shooting skills in all technicians

Ensure technical documentation, PMs, and spares for department equipment and systems are identified and in place

Responsible for development and improvement of maintenance procedures to facilitate the PM program

Coach teams and department leadership on effective PM planning

Develop and execute technical budget for department

Own a safety and/or quality system

Active participation in developing and executing advanced mechanical training and qualification programs; participate in assessments, ensure effective training, and maintain consistent qualification standards

Lead cross functional teams to deliver cost savings initiatives and departmental projects

Develop and maintain equipment standards and participate in design reviews for capital projects

Assist in coordinating Commissioning, Qualification, and Verification (CQV) activities for plant start up

Collaborate with Area Leaders, Process Engineers, and Coordinators in the development of work plans that maximize sanitation and startup effectiveness and efficiency

The Right Role for You 

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. 

What We are Looking For:  

Minimum Requirements: 

A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, but a technical degree and/or equivalent experience is required  

Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience is required

Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role:  

Minimum of 2 years of experience leading, supervising, or managing others in a manufacturing environment is preferred

Mechanical and electrical experience in food manufacturing is preferred

Ability to effectively engage, lead, and build capability on the floor

Ability to work and influence within a team environment

Strong analytical troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root cause identification skills

Self-motivated with a sense of urgency and able to motivate others

Demonstrated results in manufacturing maintenance utilizing maintenance systems

Experience with plant systems software (Proficy, Project Management, Oracle eAM/SAP, etc.)

Proven project management skills include managing multiple priorities

Effective presentation, written, and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications

Excellent interpersonal skills

Willingness to work a flexible schedule that most effectively supports the organization

Ability to work off-shifts or weekends as needed

Open to managing operating teams as needed (as backup or future assignment)

Direct contractors and/or vendors

Work Environment

This job operates in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment and manufacturing sites can be loud.

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