Maintenance Superintendent – Night Shift (Food Industry Required)
Location: Madelia, MN
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Food Manufacturing
Relocation: Available for qualified candidates
Job Summary
A leading food manufacturing facility is seeking an experienced Maintenance Superintendent to oversee night shift operations. This hands-on leadership role manages supervisors, mechanics, electricians, and boiler/refrigeration technicians to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient production. We are looking for a strong communicator and team builder who thrives in a fast-paced, high-standards environment.
Responsibilities
Lead and develop the night shift maintenance team
Ensure all plant equipment operates safely and efficiently
Strengthen communication between day and night shift teams
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and facility issues
Maintain accountability across all maintenance personnel
Coordinate with production leadership to prioritize work
Drive continuous improvement and proactive maintenance practices
Provide training, coaching, and cross-training opportunities
Ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory standards
Requirements
Must have food manufacturing maintenance leadership experience
Strong mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration troubleshooting skills
Proven ability to lead teams in a production environment
Excellent communication, follow-through, and organizational skills
Creative problem solver with a proactive mindset
Long-term career focus and commitment to high-quality work
What We Offer
Clean, modern, well-maintained facility
Supportive and highly engaged ownership group
Autonomy to lead and implement improvements
Strong culture of teamwork and stability
Competitive compensation and full benefits
Relocation assistance available
Please contact me directly for more information at kylla.olsen@gogpac.com or you may call 515-671-2172. This position is an urgent need and qualified candidates will be interviewed this week.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
