Maintenance Supervisor bei Bridor USA

Position: Maintenance Supervisor
Location: Salt Lake City, UT Plant

Reports to: Maintenance Manager – SLC, UT Plant

About the Role:
Bridor USA is launching a brand-new industrial bakery plant in Salt Lake City, and we’re looking for an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead our maintenance team from the ground up! This is a unique opportunity to help shape and grow a state-of-the-art facility while ensuring top performance, reliability, and safety of all equipment and systems.

This position reports directly to the Maintenance Manager and will also gain hands-on experience at our other North American facilities in Vineland, NJ; Bridgeport, CT; and Boucherville, Canada as part of training. Candidates must be able to travel approximately every two to three until the Salt Lake City plant becomes fully operational in early 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily maintenance operations, preventive and corrective maintenance, and work performed by external providers.

• Manage maintenance parts inventory and coordinate purchase orders using IFS/CMMS.

• Assign, prioritize, and follow up on work orders, preventive maintenance tasks, and emergency repairs.

• Monitor equipment performance, lead root cause analysis for recurring issues, and implement process improvements.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, GMP, HACCP, BRC, and company safety and quality standards.

• Train, coach, and evaluate maintenance technicians to maintain high performance.

• Participate in capital projects, equipment installations, and facility upgrades.

• Manage personnel, schedules, and productivity, addressing any performance or disciplinary issues.

• Collaborate with production, QA, engineering, and R&D teams to support operational excellence.

• Prepare specifications for service providers and coordinate external contractors.

Qualifications & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree in industrial maintenance, mechanical engineering, or related field preferred.

• 3–5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, including 1–2 years in a supervisory or lead role.

• Strong knowledge of industrial equipment (conveyors, motors, pumps, PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics); ammonia refrigeration experience is a plus.

• Proficiency with CMMS platforms and Microsoft Office Suite; ability to read schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.

• Knowledge of safety, quality, and environmental regulations; familiarity with GMP, HACCP, BRC, and EPA requirements.

• Experience in welding, machining/part fabrication, plumbing, electrical, hydraulics/pneumatics, and mechanical power systems is a plus.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to analyze operational needs and efficiently assign work.

• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

• Ability to motivate personnel and maintain a positive work environment.

• Strong problem-solving and communication abilities.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Standing, walking, climbing ladders, and lifting over 50 lbs.

• Exposure to machinery, noise, and temperatures ranging from blast freezers to boiler rooms.

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or on-call shifts as needed.

Why Bridor USA:
Be part of a groundbreaking new facility and a rapidly growing team in North America! Bridor blends European baking craftsmanship with North American innovation, offering opportunities for career growth, cross-facility experience, and hands-on leadership in a state-of-the-art environment.