Maintenance Supervisor - Located at Headstart Hatching

Life-Science Innovations - Willmar, MN

Full-time - Mid Level

Willmar, MN

About the position

Headstart Hatching is seeking a diligent and reliable individual to join our team as a Maintenance Supervisor! The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all routine maintenance of the Hatchery including controlling systems and/or robotic equipment, and providing support for the maintenance function in the Hatchery. The Maintenance Supervisor will manage a team of Maintenance Technicians and will be responsible for ensuring they are properly trained and equipped to carry out their duties. They need to be an active leader for the team with constant involvement, using critical thinking, logic and reasoning to identify the problems or weaknesses in mechanical issues that arise. Maintenance finds alternative mechanical solutions, through proactive and creative approaches, with the ability to direct and instruct other workers in basic repair work and maintenance with positive leadership. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Management: Manage a team of Maintenance Technicians, assigning tasks and responsibilities as needed and ensuring that all team members are properly trained and equipped to carry out their duties. Training in new Maintenance Technicians and ensuring that all team members are following established protocols. Overseeing all routine maintenance of the Hatchery including controlling systems and/or robotic equipment, and providing support for the maintenance function in the Hatchery. Maintenance Services: Assists with the general building, maintaining, and repairing of the facility including but not limited to: HVAC, plumbing, electrical, security and fire alarm systems. Exterior buildings cleaning, sanitizing and repairing restrooms and other facilities. Emptying and cleaning trash receptacles, floor maintenance, painting and pressure washing facilities. Operates and maintains vehicles, equipment and buildings including: Equipment, lawn mowers, power tools, vehicles, small tractors (e.g. forklift) and other maintenance equipment. Responds to major project maintenance work orders and daily work orders/assignments related to common areas, buildings and other facility maintenance. Completes special projects, often with short deadlines, as assigned. Aid contractors on construction/installation of various incubator and hatcher equipment along with other miscellaneous hatchery equipment. Conducts frequent checks around the hatchery, monitoring the hatchers and incubators and the temperatures and pressures in the hallways. Addresses any issue that arises, and prioritizes repairs when necessary. Follows all of the company's rules and regulations for bio security, animal welfare and safety. Demonstrates organization and prioritizes responsibilities that need attention around the hatchery to ensure efficient operations at the hatchery. Demonstrates high knowledge about the machinery at the hatchery and the ways to fix all issues that occur and assists where needed in the hatchery. Demonstrates the ability to work with a variety of tools and equipment including automation and technical machinery. Complete other duties as assigned by Hatchery Manager. Administrative Support: Receives, stores and issues equipment, material, merchandise, tools and supplies. May order materials and supplies with prior approval from management. Drives vehicles for pick-up and delivery services. Locks and unlocks buildings on a daily basis. Records and maintains maintenance logs. Responds to incidental situations after hours and provides on-call maintenance coverage on weekends as part of a regular staff rotation. Ensures that all maintenance practices and services comply with state guidelines (e.g. Building standards, EPA, etc.). Direct supervision of other maintenance staff. Safety: Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by following established standards, procedures and addressing maintenance needs. Conducts routine on-site safety checks and maintains work areas, equipment and surrounding grounds to prevent the existence of unsafe conditions. Conducts preventive maintenance on all maintenance equipment and tools. Follow all company regulations pertaining to bio security, animal welfare and safety.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Maintenance Technicians, assigning tasks and responsibilities as needed.
• Ensure all team members are properly trained and equipped to carry out their duties.
• Oversee all routine maintenance of the Hatchery including controlling systems and/or robotic equipment.
• Assist with the general building, maintaining, and repairing of the facility including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, security and fire alarm systems.
• Clean, sanitize and repair restrooms and other facilities.
• Empty and clean trash receptacles, maintain floors, paint and pressure wash facilities.
• Operate and maintain vehicles, equipment and buildings including lawn mowers, power tools, vehicles, and small tractors.
• Respond to major project maintenance work orders and daily work orders/assignments related to common areas, buildings and other facility maintenance.
• Complete special projects, often with short deadlines, as assigned.
• Aid contractors on construction/installation of various incubator and hatcher equipment.
• Conduct frequent checks around the hatchery, monitoring the hatchers and incubators and the temperatures and pressures in the hallways.
• Address any issues that arise and prioritize repairs when necessary.
• Follow all of the company's rules and regulations for bio security, animal welfare and safety.
• Demonstrate organization and prioritize responsibilities that need attention around the hatchery.
• Demonstrate high knowledge about the machinery at the hatchery and assist where needed.
• Receive, store and issue equipment, material, merchandise, tools and supplies.
• Order materials and supplies with prior approval from management.
• Drive vehicles for pick-up and delivery services.
• Lock and unlock buildings on a daily basis.
• Record and maintain maintenance logs.
• Respond to incidental situations after hours and provide on-call maintenance coverage on weekends.
• Ensure all maintenance practices and services comply with state guidelines.
• Conduct routine on-site safety checks and maintain work areas, equipment and surrounding grounds.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the maintenance and repair field.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Certifications or Licensures in HVAC, Class B Boilers License, Plumbing preferred.
• Basic carpentry and construction skills.
• Understand occupational hazards and utilize standard safety procedures.
• Good problem-solving and time management skills.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a team of workers at different levels.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Certifications in additional maintenance areas such as electrical or plumbing.
• Experience with robotic equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of bio security and animal welfare standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Health Savings Account with company match.
• 401K plan with company match up to 4% of your compensation.
• PTO accrual.
• Two personal days per year.
• Holiday pay.
• Company paid short and long term disability.
• Company paid life insurance.