**Position** : Maintenance Supervisor **Location** : Springfield, Ohio **Requisition ID:** : 26697 **GENERAL PURPOSE** Provide work direction and supervision to maintenance employees to ensure the effective delivery of maintenance services in accordance with the company’s policies, OSHA regulations, and applicable laws. Function as a resource and point of escalation to direct reports. Coach, mentor, and provide performance development opportunities to team members on an ongoing basis. **JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** · Prioritize and assign daily jobs and work orders and provide clear direction to maintenance employees. Oversee pass down issues. Monitor activities to ensure an efficient and safe maintenance operation · Ensure maintenance staff has a good understanding of work practices and procedures · Assist the maintenance manager to ensure that all preventative maintenance work orders are completed within the given time. Assist with everyday maintenance issues and repairs · Actively support and implement preventative maintenance programs; schedule and provide constant monitoring of the preventative maintenance program and make adjustments as needed · Serve as first point of contact for emergency maintenance requests · Oversee the repairs and maintenance of all plant equipment · Assist in developing procedures and policies for maintenance department · Complete and maintain record keeping using databases and computerized maintenance management systems · Support work for proper root cause analysis on breakdowns or failures to ensure equipment breakdown issues are addressed and resolved · Assist the maintenance manager on capital and special projects · Work with inventory or supply employees to ensure an adequate inventory of spare parts and equipment · Demonstrate ability to work unsupervised and make competent decisions when the maintenance manager is not available · Remain current with latest and emerging industry regulations and codes relative to mechanical and electrical systems design and operation · Provide staff with the necessary training on existing and new equipment · Complete supervisory activities such as administering employee promotions and transfers; reviewing and editing employee timekeeping; completing performance evaluations; mentoring, training, and coaching employees · Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all company regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements · The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required **EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE** · Undergraduate degree (or equivalent combination of experience and education) · 2 to 5 years of maintenance or related experience coupled with demonstrated leadership aptitude, team lead experience, or supervisory experience · Supervisory experience preferred, not required · Experience leading and following safety policies and procedures · Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment; electrical, welding, boiler, refrigeration, compressed air, wastewater, or plumbing licenses or certificates preferred **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES** · Strong knowledge of facility equipment · Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems · Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management · Able to lead and instruct others on the proper and safe procedures · Able to perform all required preventative, productive, predictive, and scheduled maintenance procedures · Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing · Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork · Able to think and use independent judgment in planning and organizing multiple tasks and information · Able to demonstrate initiative and follow through on day-to-day responsibilities · Able to adapt to changing operational needs and lead others through change · Able to select, coach, develop, engage, and retain a team of employees · Must be able to read, write and speak English An Equal Opportunity Employer