Maintenance Supervisor
Company Overview
At Gerber Childrenswear we stand for quality, everyday comfort, and safety. From the clothes we design, to the fabrics we select, to our focus on sustainability and community, we have got what baby needs for their first 1000 days and from one generation to the next.
Our Team
Our mission is to be trusted partner to those all responsible for the parenting journey. We do this by seeking every day to answer the question -Will this be safe and bring comfort and joy to every child?
We are dedicated to our mission and passionate about collaboration, moving quickly, breaking down barriers, leveraging technology, eliminating bureaucracy and constantly striving to evolve. Our cultural foundation is built on quality, trust, and value, all bundled together in 90 years of happy little clients while focused on continuously improving to ensure many more years of happy little clients.
POSITION SUMMARY- Warehouse Maintenance Supervisor provides a safe and mechanically sound working environment in the distribution center. Coordinates the daily activities of the maintenance department to ensure rapid response to departmental requests for repair or service. Identifies performance indicators. Develops and communicates action plans for improvement.
FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:
LEAD A TEAM OF TECHNICIANS ENSURING ALL MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT (MHE), BUILDING EQUIPMENT AND KEY SYSTEMS RUN EFFECTIVELY AND EFFICIENTLY
- Daily participation in the inspection and repair of all conveyor systems and equipment in the building and answering work requests in a timely manner ensuring product is flowing through the building
- Use work order system to generate/document preventative maintenance (PM) completion, parts, projects, work requests, etc.
- Lead the team prioritizing calls and directing the team daily ensuring team is on task. Give the team feedback on strengths/opportunities on a daily/weekly basis
- Effectively collaborate with Senior Leaders and team associates to achieve a common goal
- Meet with Managers to anticipate and plan for future preventive maintenance
- Collaborate with department Managers and Supervisors to address mechanical/electrical and system opportunities while ensuring optimum processing productivity
- Compile and maintain accurate inventory records of maintenance supplies
QUALITY MAINTENANCE AND UPKEEP OF FACILITY
- Perform minor electrical/plumbing repairs, painting and office furniture moves
- Maintain lighting throughout the facility
- Work on powered equipment doing p.m.'s and repairs
- Work with contractors
- Maintain proper level of inventories and follow up on site cleanliness with the team
- Comply with all EPA, MSDS standards, lock-out/tag procedures and use appropriate PPE. Monitor team to ensure they are following prescribed safety procedures
LEAD HIGH PERFORMING TEAMS TO ENSURE EQUIPMENT SAFETY AND PERFORMANCE
- Leads direct reports to achieve unit goals in accordance with Company policies and practices
- Increase associate engagement by developing and communicating a clear vision
- Maintaining open communication by setting clear objectives and removing barriers
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED
- Prior experience in a distribution or warehouse environment
- Thorough knowledge of conveyor systems
- Computer software skills, office, excel, and ability to learn work order system and MHE/building controls systems
- Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively with others
- Ability to ensure and maintain confidentiality
- Strong and problem solving skills
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
PREFERRED
- PLC programming and motor controls
- Electrical print reading
- Mechanical print reading
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Physical activity may include time standing/walking up to 12 hours with scheduled breaks
- Ability to lift up to 60 pounds on a frequent basis and 100 pounds on occasion with assistance
Educational Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED.
License(s) /Certification(s) Required:
- OSHA certification preferred.
- Valid Driver’s License
- HVAC and CPO certifications a plus.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.
Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
“Commonly associated” is not intended to mean always or only. There are different experiences that suggest other ways or circumstances where reasonable changes or accommodations are appropriate.
All activities, Demands, Conditions and Requirements are linked to Essential Job Functions unless marked with an asterisk which denotes linkage only to marginal function(s).