Equipment & Automation Maintenance Supervisor

Location: Mt. Sterling, IL
Department: Equipment Maintenance
Reports To: Equipment Maintenance Manager
Salary Range: $63,045 - $94,568 annually, plus bonus opportunity

As an Equipment & Automation Maintenance Supervisor, you will supervise and assist nightshift personnel ensuring optimal task prioritization, workflow efficiency, to minimize equipment downtime on all Material Handling Equipment (MHE), Automation Equipment, and MHE Batteries.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Manage and monitor the daily workflow, prioritizing work orders and assigning tasks to technicians to ensure timely completion.
• Oversee critical work issues and emergency repairs, implementing efficient troubleshooting and corrective actions to minimize machine downtime.
• Assists with monitoring and auditing the preventive maintenance program for all material handling, battery, and automated equipment.
• Assist and guide technicians through complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues, often interpreting schematics.
• Create and manage night shift schedules to ensure optimal coverage.
• Ensure adherence to all company safety policies and procedures, conducting regular safety inspections and leading by example.
• Organize and lead safety training sessions and ensure all staff are properly trained on new equipment and safety protocols.
• Supervise, motivate, and mentor the nightshift equipment, battery, and automation maintenance teams fostering a positive work environment and strong team cohesion.
• Applies lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate waste.

YOU MUST HAVE

• High school diploma or general equivalency degree.
• Ability to perform basic computer skills.
• Good physical condition, sufficient hearing and vision to perform duties safely.
• Excellent working knowledge of 120V, 480V 3 Phase.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE

• Two years maintenance technician experience or associate degree in relevant field.
• Skills in Excel, Word, and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Ability to independently make decisions and resolve complex problems.
• Past leadership experience.

ROLE SPECIFICS

• Schedule - Full-time: Tuesday - Friday 5:00PM - 3:30AM (Flexible scheduled needed at times to meet the demands of the job.)
• Travel - Occasional overnight travel for outside trainings and meetings. Must have ability to travel independently as needed, without restriction by all modes of transportation, including car, plane, or train.
• Working Conditions: Work with temperatures ranging from below zero to above 100 degrees with high humidity, heights, exposure to chemicals and loud noise.

WHO WE ARE

Dot Foods makes products more accessible and affordable to the food industry. We streamline the supply chain and build valuable partnerships with distributors, suppliers, and operators. Our company was created on a foundation of respect and dependability. People who are open to input, ask questions, embrace diversity, and seek innovative solutions thrive here.

WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOU

As a family-owned and -operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:

• Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance
• Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit sharing
• Significant advancement opportunities

Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules and policies regarding safety.

EOE/AA Employer: Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.