Maintenance Supervisor Rendering
IDj-19520
Job TypeDirect Hire
Maintenance Supervisor Rendering
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for overseeing all maintenance activities within a beef rendering facility, ensuring the proper functioning of machinery and equipment used to process animal byproducts, by managing a team of maintenance technicians, performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and coordinating repairs while adhering to safety regulations and production schedules.
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Team Management:
- Lead and supervise a team of maintenance technicians, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and providing training.
- Conduct performance evaluations and address employee concerns.
- Schedule shifts and ensure adequate staffing levels.
- Lead and supervise a team of maintenance technicians, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and providing training.
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Preventative Maintenance:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for all rendering equipment.
- Inspect machinery regularly to identify potential issues and schedule necessary repairs.
- Maintain detailed maintenance records and documentation.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for all rendering equipment.
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Troubleshooting and Repairs:
- Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions on rendering equipment, including processing lines, tanks, pumps, and conveyors.
- Coordinate repairs with outside contractors when necessary.
- Perform basic repairs and maintenance tasks as needed.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions on rendering equipment, including processing lines, tanks, pumps, and conveyors.
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Safety Compliance:
- Ensure adherence to all safety regulations and procedures within the rendering plant.
- Conduct safety inspections and address safety hazards promptly.
- Train staff on proper safety practices related to equipment operation and hazardous materials.
- Ensure adherence to all safety regulations and procedures within the rendering plant.
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Budget Management:
- Monitor maintenance costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
- Manage maintenance budget effectively, including parts inventory and procurement.
- Monitor maintenance costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
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Communication and Reporting:
- Collaborate with production supervisors to schedule maintenance activities that minimize production disruptions.
- Communicate maintenance status updates to relevant stakeholders.
- Generate reports on maintenance activities, including preventative maintenance compliance and repair costs.
- Collaborate with production supervisors to schedule maintenance activities that minimize production disruptions.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
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Technical Expertise:Strong understanding of industrial machinery, including hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, and rotating equipment commonly used in rendering plants.
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Maintenance Management:Proven experience in developing and managing preventative maintenance programs.
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Leadership Skills:Ability to effectively lead and motivate a team of maintenance technicians.
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Problem-Solving:Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills to diagnose equipment issues.
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Safety Awareness:Deep commitment to safety protocols and procedures in a manufacturing environment.