Ocean Spray Cranberries

Plant Engineering Supervisor

Ocean Spray Cranberries$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of leadership experience in engineering or technical roles
  • Solid background in maintenance systems and operational support
  • Ability to multi-task effectively in a dynamic environment
  • Knowledge of OSHA and food safety regulations
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Familiarity with CMMS or maintenance tracking software

Responsibilities

  • Manage and guide a team of engineering technicians and stockroom coordinators
  • Schedule and prioritize engineering support tasks to optimize production
  • Oversee engineering and maintenance project executions including improvements and upgrades
  • Ensure inventory accuracy and timely part availability for ongoing projects
  • Collaborate with various plant functions to enhance equipment reliability
  • Drive continuous improvement efforts in safety and operational efficiency
  • Support compliance with safety and regulatory standards

Benefits

  • Comprehensive insurance coverage starting Day-1 including health, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) plan with a matching scheme
  • Short-term performance bonuses
  • Career advancement opportunities and educational support
  • Generous paid time off, including vacations and holidays
  • Flexible work scheduling options and resources for family support
  • Employee wellness programs including fitness and massage reimbursements
Full Job Description
In this role, the Plant Engineering Supervisor provides direct supervision to engineering technicians and stockroom coordinators, ensuring effective daily support of plant maintenance and engineering activities. This position coordinates work priorities, supports execution of engineering and maintenance projects, and ensures timely availability of parts and materials to meet operational needs. The supervisor plays a key role in maintaining equipment reliability, supporting process improvements, and enabling continuous improvement initiatives within the facility. This role focuses on hands-on leadership, resource coordination, and execution of technical support services aligned with plant priorities.

A Day in the Life...

  • Provide direct supervision, coaching, and day-to-day direction for engineering technicians and stockroom coordinators to ensure effective support of plant operations.
  • Coordinate work assignments, priorities, and resources across engineering support functions to meet maintenance and production needs.
  • Support execution of engineering and maintenance-related projects, including system improvements, equipment upgrades, and process optimization activities.
  • Ensure accurate inventory control and timely availability of spare parts and materials to support maintenance and engineering work.
  • Collaborate with maintenance, controls, and other plant functions to support equipment reliability, troubleshooting, and automation initiatives.
  • Assist in implementing continuous improvement activities related to equipment performance, plant flow, safety, and operational efficiency.
  • Support capital project execution by coordinating resources, tracking costs, and ensuring completion of assigned deliverables.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards, food safety requirements (FDA/GMP/AIB/SQF), and company policies in all engineering support activities.
  • Participate in planning and scheduling activities to align engineering support work with production demands and plant priorities.
  • Support training and development of team members, including technical skill-building and cross-training within the team.
  • Contribute to a positive and productive work environment by addressing day-to-day operational and personnel issues within the team.
  • Escalate complex technical or operational issues to appropriate plant leadership as needed.

What We Are Looking For:

Required

  • Strong leadership and supervisory skills
  • Knowledge of maintenance systems, engineering support functions, or industrial operations
  • Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Understanding of safety and food safety standards (OSHA, GMP, SQF, etc.)
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Experience using CMMS or similar maintenance tracking systems

Preferred

  • Experience supervising technical teams (e.g., engineering technicians, stockroom, or maintenance support roles)
  • Familiarity with inventory control and parts management systems
  • Exposure to automation, controls, or industrial engineering environments
  • Experience supporting capital projects or continuous improvement initiatives
  • Technical certification or associate degree in engineering technology, maintenance, or related field

Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to lift low to medium weight (10-30 lbs) materials on an occasional basis.
  • Requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to climb ladders and traverse catwalks.
  • Must be able to assume awkward positions in the course of work, including but not limited to reaching overhead, twisting, bending over, and/or working from a lying position.
  • May be required to work in industrial environments with exposure to noise, temperature variations, and moving equipment.

Education:

Bachelor's or University Degree (Required)

Work Experience:

At least 3 Years of Experience

Benefits:

  • Complete insurance package on Day-1 that includes a plethora of health and wellness programs

    • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

    • Health savings account

    • Flexible spending account

    • Life and accident insurance

    • Employee assistance program

    • Telehealth services

    • 1:1 health coaching

    • Supportive benefits for all the stages of your life

  • 401(k) with up to 6% Company matching; additional potential discretionary match at year-end

  • Short-Term Incentive/Performance bonuses

  • Flexible scheduling options

  • Vacation pay, up to three weeks of time (pro-rated for your first year of employment)

  • Holiday pay for 12 holidays

  • Career development and growth opportunities

  • Tuition/Education assistance programs

  • Access to LinkedIn Learning

  • Scholarship programs for children of employees

  • Parental leave

  • Bright Horizons Family Solutions – Back-up care, tutoring, etc.

  • Adoption assistance

  • Bereavement leave

  • Up to $300 fitness reimbursement

  • Up to $300 massage reimbursement

  • Employee appreciation events

  • Employee discounts

  • Charitable giving

About Ocean Spray Cranberries

Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc. is a food and beverage company that produces and markets cranberry and grapefruit products. The company was founded in 1930 and is headquartered in Lakeville-Middleboro, Massachusetts. Ocean Spray's products include cranberry juice, dried cranberries, and cranberry sauce. The company is owned by more than 700 cranberry farmers in the United States and Canada. Ocean Spray has manufacturing facilities in Massachusetts, Wisconsin, and Washington. The company's products are sold in more than 100 countries around the world.
Learn more about Ocean Spray Cranberries
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1930

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