Job Description Job Description
Maintenance Supervisor
Location: Clinton, NC
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $80,000-$95,000 + Overtime Eligible
Benefits & Perks:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401(k)
Annual Bonus Potential
Relocation Assistance Available
Long-term career growth opportunities
About the Opportunity
Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals across the U.S. As a Best of Staffing company, we connect top talent with exceptional employers and support candidates throughout every stage of the hiring process.
We are seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance operations in a high-volume food manufacturing environment . This position is ideal for a hands-on leader with strong mechanical and electrical expertise who thrives in fast-paced production settings and enjoys developing teams while driving equipment reliability and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Lead & Develop the Maintenance Team
Supervise, coach, and mentor Maintenance Mechanics and Electricians
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with SOPs and best practices
Build team engagement, accountability, and performance
Drive Maintenance Excellence
Oversee daily maintenance activities and coordinate priorities with Production teams
Execute preventive, predictive, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) strategies
Improve equipment uptime, reliability, and operational efficiency
Monitor Performance & Continuous Improvement
Track KPIs including uptime, OEE, maintenance effectiveness, and contractor performance
Analyze trends and implement corrective actions to improve plant performance
Support initiatives that reduce downtime and increase asset reliability
Ensure Compliance & Operational Continuity
Maintain compliance with USDA and applicable regulatory standards
Ensure accurate maintenance records, inventory updates, and system documentation
Support uninterrupted operations by managing urgent issues and maintaining workflow continuity
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field OR equivalent combination of education and maintenance leadership experience
2+ years of leadership experience in maintenance, manufacturing, or industrial operations
Experience leading teams, training employees, and managing projects
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
Required: Hands-on experience with ammonia refrigeration systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Flexibility to work extended hours and weekends as business needs require
Preferred Background:
Food manufacturing, beverage manufacturing, industrial manufacturing, refrigeration systems, reliability maintenance, plant maintenance, utilities, TPM, CMMS, and continuous improvement.
