Maintenance Supervisor na Grande Cheese

Hours & Shift

This role will initially follow a first-shift schedule, Monday through Friday during typical business hours. Beginning in Fall 2026, the schedule is expected to transition to 12-hour 2-2-3 shifts, 5:00AM - 5:00PM. Please note that this plan may evolve as we continue to grow and adapt the Chilton start-up location.

Job Summary

Grande is now hiring for our brand-new, state-of-the-art facility located in Chilton, WI; an exciting opportunity to be part of building something from the ground up! As the Maintenance Supervisor, you will drive operational excellence by leading daily maintenance activities and championing Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) strategies within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This hands-on role is responsible for coordinating technician workflows, troubleshooting mechanical and automated systems, and ensuring equipment reliability to support Just-In-Time (JIT) production. Through lean maintenance practices and root cause analysis, you will reduce downtime, optimize productivity, and uphold safety and compliance standards.

If placed in this role, you will serve as a key collaborator across production, quality, and engineering teams, aligning maintenance efforts with broader operational goals. By leveraging TPM, Jidoka (automation with a human touch) and Standardized Work, you will lead continuous improvement initiatives, manage CMMS data for predictive maintenance, and ensure critical spare parts availability. Your leadership will foster a culture of safety, efficiency, and proactive problem-solving, enabling a stable and high-performing production environment. Apply today and help shape the future of dairy manufacturing at Grande!

Why Grande?

With more than 80 years of crafting “The Finest Italian Cheeses Money Can Buy”, Grande is a leader in the industry! Whether partnering with independent pizzerias from coast-to-coast to ensure they’re delivering the very best pizza to their customers or assisting our food manufacturing partners in delivering specialty whey ingredient solutions, our commitment to quality can’t be matched. While Grande’s reputation of excellence in the market is important, we believe our commitment to our workplace and community culture is of equal merit – our Associates come first at Grande. To complement our industry-leading benefits, Grande puts an emphasis on your career growth opportunities, while always promoting a positive work/life balance and supporting the communities in which we live and work. If you want to learn more about our company – what we do and how we go about it – or learn more about our beautiful, state-of-the-art corporate headquarters, visit www.grande.com. 

Did we convince you yet? If not check out our unique benefits

• Low-cost onsite clinics.
• Free onsite fitness center.
• Free healthy snacks throughout the facility.
• Health and wellness reimbursement program.
• Associate cheese purchasing program.
• Two-year mentorship program.
• Paid Parental Leave

Why Chilton?

Located in the heart of Calumet County, Chilton blends small-town charm with big opportunity. With a cost of living 5% below the Wisconsin average and housing prices well under national levels, it’s an affordable and attractive place to live, work, and grow your career. Known for its safety, welcoming community, and strong local values, Chilton offers an ideal environment for those seeking to unwind, recharge, and embrace a relaxed and balanced lifestyle.

Chilton also features easy access to parks and outdoor recreation, a walkable downtown with local dining and entertainment, and annual festivals that celebrate the area’s local culture and community spirit. As the proud home of Grande’s newest start-up location, Chilton presents a unique opportunity to be part of something new and impactful, joining an organization dedicated to professional excellence, enriching the lives of our Associates (employees), and fulfilling “a purpose greater than ourselves”.

What you need to be considered for the role:

• Associate’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Maintenance or a related field preferred. Relevant certifications and/or equivalent experience will also be considered.
• 6+ years of experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing environment, with at least 1 year in a leadership or senior technician capacity.
• Strong knowledge of preventive, predictive, and autonomous maintenance techniques.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing electrical, mechanical, and automated systems, including experience with PLCs, robotics, and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and guide maintenance team members.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to addressing issues and implementing solutions.
• Team player with a commitment to Respect for People and continuous improvement.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with TPM, TPS, or lean manufacturing practices is preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions:

This role requires the ability to regularly lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs, as well as frequent walking, standing, bending, climbing, and exposure to vibration. The work environment may involve exposure to extreme temperatures (both hot and cold), high humidity, and loud machinery. Roughly 80% of time will be on production floor with 20% of time performing administrative duties.