Finding the right place to grow your career isn’t (over) easy, so we’re here to help by sharing a few reasons why the grass is greener at Vital Farms. We think you’ll appreciate our focus on Conscious Capitalism, which drives business decisions that benefit all our stakeholders (leading to even better business results). You might be drawn to our innovative approach and refusal to settle for the “way things have always been done.” Or you could find it exciting to grow your skills while working for an industry-leading brand. Whether you’re into our values, our brand, or our egg-cellent puns, we hope you’ll join our Crew and help us change the world 108 square feet at a time!
At Vital Farms, we are proud of our incredible stakeholders, and the diversity they represent from all areas and communities in which we operate and serve. We view this as a source of strength for us and your job is to help us make it even better.
Your Role:
You’re the kind of person who’s always thinking three or four steps ahead, connecting the dots like an air-traffic controller, staying on top of what needs to happen next to keep everything moving and on time. You love working in a fast-paced environment. You’ve seen firsthand how teamwork makes the dream work, which is why you always lead by example, inspiring those around you to be as proactive, efficient, and accurate as you are.
The Maintenance Supervisor will play a crucial role in planning, coordinating, and overseeing the maintenance and repair activities at our Egg Central Station facility. You are a go-getter and problem solver who sees the details and the bigger picture at the same time. You understand that a production environment is a busy place and that things don’t always go as planned, but you’re able to stay organized and make sure your team understands and works the plan. You have stellar interpersonal skills that enable you to influence and empower your team to meet and exceed expectations.
What You'll Do
- Partner with Production to ensure daily production schedule targets are met.
- Directly manage Crew in their daily tasks, including performance reviews, on-the-job training, and coaching/disciplinary action
- Ensure all personnel safety, sanitation, and food safety procedures are followed without exception.
- Assign tasks and monitor performance to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.
- Develop solutions and implement corrective actions to prevent future issues.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment history.
- Generate reports on equipment performance, maintenance costs, and downtime.
- Develop and implement maintenance schedules and preventive maintenance programs.
- Coordinate with other departments to plan and schedule maintenance activities to minimize disruptions to operations.
- Partner with the training team to oversee and coordinate the development and up-skilling of the maintenance crew.
What You Bring to the Table
- 2+ years of supervisory experience
- 5+ years of progressive experience in production/manufacturing preferred
- High school diploma or GED
- Basic skills in Microsoft Office
- Must be able to work in a fast paced, high volume environment
- Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
- Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills
- Highly developed communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
What We Bring to the Table
- A fast-paced, energetic environment with passionate people who are leading a movement to bring ethically produced food to the table
- Competitive pay and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Paid Parental Leave, just to name a few)
- Company-wide bonus program; when we succeed together, we celebrate together
- Generous retirement contributions: 401(k) + 3% Contribution from Day 1
- Free eggs and butter, along with friends and family discounts
- Fun team SWAG that will make you the talk of the town
- Professional development opportunities and an amazing team dedicated to your growth
At Vital Farms, compensation decisions are dependent upon a variety of factors, which may include, but are not limited to, skill level, experience, education, training, market demands, and business needs. A reasonable estimate of the current starting annual base salary for this position is $85,000 - $95,000. Please keep in mind that hiring at the maximum end of the range would not be typical in order to allow for potential continued future salary growth.
