Maintenance Supervisor (Night Shift)

About this role

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.

With over $3B in annual retail sales, fairlife’s portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes: fairlife® ultra-filtered milk; Core Power® High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife® nutrition plan™, a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.

A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products, please visit fairlife.com.

job purpose:

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for supervising day‑to‑day maintenance operations, ensuring production, processing, and facility equipment are maintained in a safe, compliant, and reliable condition. This role leads maintenance personnel, prioritizes work orders and preventive maintenance, and partners with operations to minimize downtime and support continuous improvement.

responsibilities:

• Plan, supervise, and coordinate the daily activities of maintenance team members across mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, planning, and parts room functions to support safe and reliable operations.

• Ensure production, processing, and facility maintenance issues are addressed promptly with appropriate follow‑through to minimize downtime and support operational continuity.

• Maintain and oversee systems for tracking work orders, preventive maintenance, spare parts, inventories, purchasing, and maintenance history using the facility’s maintenance management system.

• Manage inventories of tools, parts, and supplies; order materials, equipment, and contract services in accordance with established purchasing and bidding procedures.

• Solicit bids for outside contract work and schedule, supervise, and monitor contractors to ensure work is performed safely, on time, and to required standards.

• Support hiring, scheduling, training, coaching, and development of maintenance employees; ensure staffing aligns with forecasted workloads and facility needs.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation related to employee coaching, corrective actions, and disciplinary actions in accordance with company policies and procedures.

• Ensure compliance with all company safety standards, policies, and procedures, and support on‑site safety meetings and compliance with OSHA, EPA, Workers’ Compensation, and Hazard Communication requirements.

• Maintain facility documentation including drawings and maps identifying utility cut‑offs, hydrants, gas mains, and other critical safety information; ensure regulatory compliance related to electrical and instrumentation maintenance.

skills/qualifications required:

• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in a maintenance leadership or supervisory role, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic, and evolving environment, including managing competing priorities and ambiguity.

• Strong working knowledge of facility and building infrastructure systems, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and utility systems.

• Proficient in the use of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for work order management, preventive maintenance tracking, and asset history.

• Solid computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) and familiarity with project management or scheduling software.

• Ability to read, interpret, and apply vendor manuals, technical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs to support troubleshooting and maintenance activities.

• Proven capability to support root cause analysis, equipment troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills with the ability to interact effectively with cross‑functional partners and external contractors.

• Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment.

working conditions and physical requirements:

• 12 hours sitting/standing/walking around the production floor

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs of materials

• Reaching/bending requirements including climbing ladders or elevated areas

• Hand dexterity for operating machinery or computer systems

• Exposure to hazards (machinery noise, confined spaces, chemical handling, etc.)

• Wearing PPE such as safety glasses, hearing protection, and slip-resistant boots

• Specific atmospheric conditions and environmental factors

• Any other physical requirements including desk work, meetings, and data entry

food safety requirements:

• Notify leadership of any repairs or adjustments that may affect product quality or food safety

• Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas

• Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company

• Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system

• Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system

• Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected

• In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required

how fairlife nourishes you:

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