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Saputo Inc. At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best? Responsibilities
Directly supervise maintenance employees on assigned shifts to ensure the effective delivery of maintenance services and support production in a 24-hour, 7-day-per-week operation. Collaborate with the plant engineer, maintenance manager, and facility management to use equipment to improve safety, production quality, equipment reliability, and overall equipment effectiveness. Supervise both maintenance and capital projects for the site; maintain production systems, utilities, buildings and grounds using mechanical and electrical expertise. Utilize a computerized maintenance management system to optimize asset utilization through scheduled preventative maintenance. Ensure all utilities (refrigeration, electrical, steam, compressed air systems, etc.) are in proper working order to support production. Implement corrective actions identified by key maintenance performance indicators to improve overall equipment effectiveness. Stay current with industry regulations and codes; ensure corporate policies and standards are followed. Complete maintenance paperwork, incident reports, investigations, and maintain current technical documentation on PLCs, instrumentation and equipment (PLC ladder logic, blueprints, manuals, SOPs, maintenance procedures, PMs, inventory/parts purchasing). Share best practices within the Maintenance Department and monitor/enforce plant policies and programs (safety, food safety, regulatory, etc.). Engage in managerial responsibilities including planning, evaluating, organizing, integrating, and delegating; manage employees with focus on selection, retention, development, disciplinary action, and performance management. Participate in contract-related activities if a collective bargaining agreement exists. Evaluate Maintenance personnel skills and assist with developing training programs for employee growth; adhere to Saputo’s code of ethics and values. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred; minimum of five (5) years of industrial maintenance experience in Dairy, Food, and/or Beverage industry required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; supervisory experience required. Working knowledge of boilers, refrigeration, PLCs, electrical, cooling towers, ammonia compressors, and packaging equipment. Skills in electronics, instrumentation, electrical systems, troubleshooting, reading electrical schematics, and understanding ladder logic. Ability to calculate basic mathematical equations. Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices; ability to follow Safety/Security Policies, Sanitation and Quality Policies, and report deficiencies. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications; excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt to changing organizational needs and lead others through change; strong organizational and prioritization skills with attention to detail; ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines. Ability to select, lead, coach, influence, motivate, develop, engage and retain a team; ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to work flexible hours including weekends. Compensation and Benefits
Development opportunities that enhance career fulfillment. Competitive compensation and benefits that help support you and your family. Opportunities to contribute to the community through Saputo products. Location and type
Minneapolis, MN • Full-time In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is a leading producer of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products with brands including Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella (duplicate), and Treasure Cave. Saputo is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For EEO rights and privacy notices, please visit the applicable pages on the Saputo corporate site. For accommodation requests, contact Human Resources at 214-863-2300 or email us.recruitingsupport@saputo.com. We encourage applicants to apply and to refer others; referrals increase your chance of interviewing. This job posting may be expired or closed at any time; please check the current status on the Saputo Careers site.
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Maintenance Supervisor
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Saputo Inc. At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best? Responsibilities
Directly supervise maintenance employees on assigned shifts to ensure the effective delivery of maintenance services and support production in a 24-hour, 7-day-per-week operation. Collaborate with the plant engineer, maintenance manager, and facility management to use equipment to improve safety, production quality, equipment reliability, and overall equipment effectiveness. Supervise both maintenance and capital projects for the site; maintain production systems, utilities, buildings and grounds using mechanical and electrical expertise. Utilize a computerized maintenance management system to optimize asset utilization through scheduled preventative maintenance. Ensure all utilities (refrigeration, electrical, steam, compressed air systems, etc.) are in proper working order to support production. Implement corrective actions identified by key maintenance performance indicators to improve overall equipment effectiveness. Stay current with industry regulations and codes; ensure corporate policies and standards are followed. Complete maintenance paperwork, incident reports, investigations, and maintain current technical documentation on PLCs, instrumentation and equipment (PLC ladder logic, blueprints, manuals, SOPs, maintenance procedures, PMs, inventory/parts purchasing). Share best practices within the Maintenance Department and monitor/enforce plant policies and programs (safety, food safety, regulatory, etc.). Engage in managerial responsibilities including planning, evaluating, organizing, integrating, and delegating; manage employees with focus on selection, retention, development, disciplinary action, and performance management. Participate in contract-related activities if a collective bargaining agreement exists. Evaluate Maintenance personnel skills and assist with developing training programs for employee growth; adhere to Saputo’s code of ethics and values. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred; minimum of five (5) years of industrial maintenance experience in Dairy, Food, and/or Beverage industry required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; supervisory experience required. Working knowledge of boilers, refrigeration, PLCs, electrical, cooling towers, ammonia compressors, and packaging equipment. Skills in electronics, instrumentation, electrical systems, troubleshooting, reading electrical schematics, and understanding ladder logic. Ability to calculate basic mathematical equations. Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices; ability to follow Safety/Security Policies, Sanitation and Quality Policies, and report deficiencies. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications; excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt to changing organizational needs and lead others through change; strong organizational and prioritization skills with attention to detail; ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines. Ability to select, lead, coach, influence, motivate, develop, engage and retain a team; ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to work flexible hours including weekends. Compensation and Benefits
Development opportunities that enhance career fulfillment. Competitive compensation and benefits that help support you and your family. Opportunities to contribute to the community through Saputo products. Location and type
Minneapolis, MN • Full-time In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is a leading producer of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products with brands including Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella (duplicate), and Treasure Cave. Saputo is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For EEO rights and privacy notices, please visit the applicable pages on the Saputo corporate site. For accommodation requests, contact Human Resources at 214-863-2300 or email us.recruitingsupport@saputo.com. We encourage applicants to apply and to refer others; referrals increase your chance of interviewing. This job posting may be expired or closed at any time; please check the current status on the Saputo Careers site.
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