Facility Maintenance Supervisor Job Details

Posting Start Date: 8/11/26

Job Title: Facility Maintenance Supervisor
Job Location: San Jose-USA-95110
Work Location Type: On-Site
Salary Range: $73,000.00 - 80,000.00

About us

Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights. As a trusted partner to the nation’s leading airlines and retailers, we proudly deliver millions of meals and exceptional service experiences every year across 43 sites throughout the United States. Built on a legacy of operational excellence, culinary expertise, and continuous innovation, we are committed to setting the industry standard in aviation culinary, airline services, last-mile logistics, and retail commerce. From the kitchen to the runway, our teams work together to deliver quality, reliability, and service at every altitude. Our people are the heart of everything we do. At SkyChefs, a career is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to grow, lead, and make an impact in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. Join America’s first, foremost, and finest and take your career to new heights.

Role Purpose Statement

In this role, you'll lead a dedicated maintenance team responsible for keeping a high-volume food production operation running safely and efficiently.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in fixing issues, preventing downtime, coaching employees, and helping drive continuous improvement in a facility where every day brings a new challenge.

If you're a practical leader who can balance priorities, work closely with operations teams, and keep equipment and building systems performing at their best, we'd love to meet you.

Main Accountabilities

• Manage and mentor a team of maintenance technicians, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and excellence.
• Schedule and prioritize maintenance tasks to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs for production equipment, HVAC systems, refrigeration units, and facility infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues promptly.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with OSHA, HACCP, and company safety standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance records and inspections.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and reduce operational costs.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering teams on process optimization and capital projects.
• Coordinate with external contractors for specialized repairs and installations.
• Manage spare parts inventory and procurement to support uninterrupted operations.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field preferred
• Minimum 3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or food production environment.
• 2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration systems.
• Proficiency in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

SkyChefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.