Supply Chain Specialist

Full-time - Mid Level

Franklin Park, IL

10,001+ employees

Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing

About the position

As a Maintenance Supervisor at Ferrero's Franklin Park manufacturing plant, you will lead a team of Maintenance Technicians to ensure the highest levels of reliability and efficiency across production lines. This role involves overseeing maintenance operations, coordinating activities, and collaborating on new projects to minimize downtime and enhance overall productivity.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of maintenance technicians, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
• Plan and prioritize maintenance tasks to ensure minimal disruption to production schedules.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Conduct regular inspections of machinery, equipment, and infrastructure to identify potential issues and address them proactively.
• Coordinate with other departments to schedule maintenance activities and minimize production interruptions.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and promote a culture of safety awareness among the maintenance team.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment history, and inventory management.
• Source, manage and collect data to evaluate external contractors for specialized maintenance or repair projects as required.
• Collaborate with the procurement department to ensure the availability of necessary spare parts and maintenance supplies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction within the maintenance department.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Supervisor or similar role in a Production or Manufacturing environment.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team.
• Experience in a Unionized environment strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a proactive approach to addressing maintenance issues.
• Solid understanding of safety regulations and the ability to champion a culture of safety among the maintenance team.
• Effective organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) for work order tracking and inventory management.
• Flexibility to work during off-hours or on-call as needed for emergency repairs or maintenance activities.

Benefits

• Eligible for Overtime Incentive