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Kelly · 22 hours ago

Maintenance Supervisor

Kelly is seeking a maintenance supervisor to join a high-output manufacturing site in Clinton, NC that produces rendered fats and protein meals. This role involves leading the maintenance function to ensure equipment reliability and support consistent production in a fast-paced environment.

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Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of Maintenance Mechanics and Electricians (coaching, training, accountability, and performance support)
Own reliability: preventive/predictive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and continuous improvement to improve uptime and efficiency
Plan and schedule maintenance in partnership with Production; prioritize work orders and ensure the right resources are in place
Drive root cause problem-solving on equipment failures and recurring issues—implement corrective actions that stick
Maintain documentation and compliance: accurate work records, parts usage, inventory controls, and adherence to USDA-related requirements
Track and communicate performance using KPIs such as equipment reliability, overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), and contractor/vendor performance
Step in when needed to ensure continuity during coverage gaps or urgent events

Qualification

Preventive maintenanceTroubleshootingLeadershipCMMSMechanical troubleshootingElectrical troubleshootingBilingual skillsMicrosoft OfficeCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or related) and 2+ years relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Prior experience leading others (formal supervisor or lead role—training, coaching, mentoring, or running a process/project)
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a manufacturing environment
Solid communication skills and comfort working cross-functionally
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Flexibility to support off-shifts, extended hours, and occasional weekends as needed

Preferred

Experience with any of the following: ammonia refrigeration, high-pressure boilers, compressed air, PLCs/instrumentation, mechanical/electrical troubleshooting
Familiarity with CMMS/work orders, preventive/predictive programs, TPM, and maintenance planning/scheduling tools
Proven leadership strengths: conflict resolution, decision-making, delegation, and change management
Bilingual skills

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
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1978-01-13IPO

Leadership Team

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Chris Layden
Chief Executive Officer
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Nicholas Zuhlke
Vice President, Controller, and Chief Accounting Officer
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