Maintenance Supervisor - Food Manufacturing - Shiftwork - 3612524

The Wickline Group

Memphis, Tennessee

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Budget Management, Communication Skills, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Continuous Improvement, Control Systems, Corrective Action, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, FDA Requirements, Food Production, Food and Beverage Industry, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), IBM Maximo Asset Management, Identify Issues, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Maintenance Services, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Volume, Root Cause Analysis, SAP, Team Lead/Manager, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
LOCATION
Memphis, Tennessee
POSTED
5 days ago

Position: Maintenance Supervisor - Food Manufacturing

Shift:Must be flexible - will likely be nights - 4p-4a / 5p-5a / 6p-6a - 3/3/1 rotation, every other weekend off

Compensation: $90-105k base salary DOE, bonus opportunity, relocation

Location: Memphis, TN (South Memphis area)


Global food manufacturer is seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to join its team at its state-of-the-art complex in Memphis, TN. This position will lead a team of maintenance technicians across a 24/7 operation, with full accountability for preventive, predictive, corrective, and new equipment installation activities. The right candidate will be a hands-on leader with a strong technical background and a track record of driving continuous improvement in a demanding food manufacturing environment.


Key requirements to be considered for this opportunity:


  • 5–10 years of maintenance experience in the food industry, with a minimum of 4 years in a supervisory role
  • B.S. in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering preferred
  • Strong technical background in mechanical, electrical, and control systems, with specific experience in food processing and packaging equipment
  • Solid knowledge of FDA/USDA regulations, GMPs, and HACCP standards
  • Experience managing maintenance budgets, spare parts inventory, and contractor resources
  • Familiarity with CMMS platforms (SAP, Maximo, or similar) and Lean Manufacturing principles
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot equipment and processes, identify root causes, and implement lasting corrective actions
  • Experience tracking and improving KPIs such as OEE, equipment availability, yields, and production volume
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, multi-shift environment
  • Union leadership experience preferred
  • Stable work history
  • You must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. Sorry, no sponsorships.


Our client will offer a base salary of $90k-105k depending on experience, bonus opportunity, excellent benefits beginning on day one of employment, generous PTO plan, full relocation package, and a matching 401(k). This facility has experienced consistent growth with significant expansion, creating strong opportunities for advancement for the right candidate.


If you have our client's required background and skill set, please apply immediately and be sure to include your full resume. PLEASE NOTE: Our client's requirements are very specific! Please be sure that you meet the bulleted criteria above before applying!


About the Company

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The Wickline Group

The Wickline Group is a national recruiting firm, specializing in the placement of professionals from supervisory to executive level within food manufacturers, foodservice distributors, wholesale grocers, supermarket operators, big box retailers and third-party logistics organizations.

By specializing almost exclusively within the food industry, we are able to stay abreast of industry trends that impact the positions and skill sets that are in the most demand, and most importantly, forge long-term relationships with the industry’s most sought-after employers.

Within the industry, we serve three main sectors:

Manufacturing

We have long-standing relationships with key decision-makers within Fortune 500 food manufacturers as well as strong local and regional independents and co-packers.

Job opportunities are typically available in these areas:

Production
Quality
Maintenance
Sanitation
Plant Management
Engineering
Logistics / Supply Chain
Support – HR, Accounting, etc.

Distribution

We have a proven track record of success with the country’s leading foodservice distributors, wholesale grocers and third-party logistics (3PL) providers.

Job opportunities typically available in these areas:

Warehousing
Operations Management
Sales & Marketing
Accounting & Finance
General Management
Transportation
Facilities & Fleet Maintenance
Purchasing / Merchandising
Human Resources
Corporate / Executive Leadership

Retail

We maintain strong relationships within well-respected supermarket chains and strong independents throughout the US as well as internationally.

Our typical searches include:

Store Managers
Department Managers
Merchandisers / Specialists
Corporate-Level Directors
Co-Managers
District / Regional Managers
Category Managers / Buyers
HR / Accounting / Support

COMPANY SIZE
1 to 9 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1996
WEBSITE
http://jwickline.com/