Industrial Maintenance Superintendent - 3rd Shift

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS.

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:

FLO) is not just about baking; it is about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, Flowers Foods is one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, delivering wholesome quality across brands such as Nature’s Own, Wonder, Dave’s Killer Bread, Canyon Bakehouse and Tastykake. Beyond the oven, the company fosters a culture that values honesty & integrity, respect & inclusion, sustainability, passion and humility.

• Comprehensive health and medical benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Professional growth and leadership training
• Paid vacation, holidays and parental leave

Benefits may vary depending on your work location.

Industrial Maintenance Superintendents ensure optimal efficiency by supporting the Engineering Manager in the administration of daily duties, special projects and enhancement of the industrial maintenance department’s competency. The role works closely with plant leaders and demonstrates competency in plant safety, legal/labor compliance and food quality standards. The position also fosters the professional development, aptitude and technical expertise of all department members.

• Manage the floor for all shifts, schedule and manage supervisors, and plan preventive maintenance (PM). Mentor apprentices.
• Approve and submit parts requests.
• Utilize SAP to review PM orders, work requests and down‑day planning; coordinate with other departments. Review breakdown reports and develop root‑cause analysis (RCA) as needed.
• Review execution of down‑day planning and compare planning to execution.
• Prepare and review overtime reports and time‑punch edits in Workforce Software.
• Plan small‑scale maintenance projects with the Engineering Manager.
• Identify and solve repetitive maintenance issues.
• Conduct floor walks with supervisors for shift‑work verification.
• Train and coach supervisors on soft skills, timecards, reviews, etc.
• Conduct skill‑based assessments for technicians.
• Plan and execute seasonal verification (summer/winter/storm prep).
• Learn the Capital Expenditure (Cap Ex) process.
• Conduct critical process inspection work verification, critical equipment inspections and PM work verification.
• Execute PM program modifications and provide input on assessments.
• Demonstrate effective leadership, problem solving, time management and adaptability.
• Practice and comply with all Company policies and procedures (EEO, Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes‑Oxley, etc.).
• Perform other duties deemed integral to the role, including adherence to attendance policies and other operating rules.
• Possess or attain licenses required by the relevant municipal, county/ward or state regulatory agencies for boilers, refrigeration components and other job‑related equipment.

• 3+ years of proven leadership or supervisory experience with demonstrated knowledge in industrial electrical wiring, PLC troubleshooting, motor control and equipment repair and installation.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field is desired.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package. Salary range: $98,100 – $108,500. Please reply by 01/31/2026. Interested candidates who meet the basic qualifications may be contacted for a telephone interview.

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position.

Equivalent combinations of education, experience and skills may supplement the above minimum job requirements.

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