Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

2 weeks ago


Independence, Missouri, United States Unilever Full time

Job Purpose
This role exists to Lead the site utilities and facilities maintenance function to deliver safe, reliable, and energy‑efficient operations in a 500,000 sq ft, 24/7 food manufacturing facility—driving measurable reductions in energy consumption and carbon footprint, audit‑ready PSM compliance, and equipment reliability that protects people, food safety, and service. You'll be part of a team that believes in doing work that matters — for people and the planet.

Because here, we don't just hire for jobs. We invite you to be part of something bigger.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own safe operation and maintenance of ammonia refrigeration, boilers/steam, fire safety systems, compressed air, chilled water, HVAC, plumbing, wastewater treatment, and electrical distribution; coordinate utilities outages, upgrades, and projects with Production, Quality, EHS, and Engineering.
  • Lead PSM elements for the ammonia system (PHA, MOC, Mechanical Integrity, procedures, training, incident investigation, compliance audits) and maintain an audit‑ready program in partnership with EHS.
  • Apply IIAR standards (e.g., 2/6/7/9) and RAGAGEP to design changes, inspections, and operating/maintenance procedures, and Unilever standards.
  • Build and run an energy management system aligned to deliver year‑over‑year reductions in energy use and CO₂e. Executing energy projects in compressed air steam/boilers, ammonia/refrigeration electrical, and water usage.
  • Advance reliability (RCM/TPM) and predictive maintenance (vibration, infrared, ultrasound, oil analysis) to improve MTBF/MTTR and eliminate repeat failures via structured RCA.
  • Own the CMMS (Megamation or similar): robust PM program, accurate failure coding, spares strategy, backlog health, and weekly schedule adherence with high data quality.
  • Ensure maintenance and calibration support GFSI (SQF/BRC) expectations—manage food‑grade lubricants, temporary repairs, tool control, and audit‑ready documentation.
  • Enforce LOTO (OSHA and electrical safety (NFPA 70E) and Unilever requirements, manage contractor safety champion a zero‑injury culture across shifts.
  • Lead, coach, and develop a multi‑discipline utilities team; manage contractor scopes and small‑to‑mid‑capex; maintain clear shift‑to‑shift communication and escalation.
  • Contract management and supervision of a 3rd party contractor responsible for maintaining a fleet of powered industrial vehicles.
  • Contract management and supervision of a 3rd party contractor responsible for the maintenance of the facility grounds and snow removal.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Skilled Trade certification (ammonia/boiler emphasis) with 4+ years in plant utilities (electrical distribution, compressed air, boilers/steam, wastewater, refrigeration).
  • Proven leadership of maintenance/utilities teams in a 24/7 manufacturing environment; strong cross‑functional communication and influence.
  • Hands‑on PSM experience with industrial ammonia refrigeration (OSHA
  • Proficient with CMMS and data‑driven planning; strong troubleshooting and prioritization skills.
  • Working knowledge of LOTO (OSHA , NFPA 70E electrical safety, Confined Space entry, Working at Heights requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Food & beverage utilities experience in a GFSI (SQF/BRC) environment.
  • Controls/automation familiarity (Allen‑Bradley) and the ability to partner with Controls Technicians.
  • Professional certifications: RETA (CARO/CIRO), Boiler Operator, CMRP/CRL, EPA 608, OSHA 30.
  • Experience implementing RCM/TPM and predictive maintenance .

Pay:
The pay range for this position is $69,360 to $104,040. Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.

Bonus:
This position is bonus eligible.

Long-Term Incentive (LTI):
This position is LTI eligible.

Benefits:
Unilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

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. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive/succeed. All applicants will receive fair and respectful consideration, and we actively support the growth and development of every employee.

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