--- title: 'Maintenance Supervisor - 3rd Shift at HP Hood' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/maintenance-supervisor-3rd-shift-hp-hood-arkport-bkmxd8yte0rr' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-03' --- # Maintenance Supervisor - 3rd Shift at HP Hood - **Company:** HP Hood - **Location:** Arkport, NY - **Compensation:** $90k–$99k - **Posted:** 2026-10-29 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-03 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/hoodhp/jobs/5463805008 ## Job description Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future! Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more. Shift: Sunday through Thursday, 11:00pm - 8:00 am; overtime, weekends and holidays as needed. Essential Duties Responsibilities - Schedules and manage day-to-day maintenance activities to coordinate equipment repairs, PM’s, and project completion with all shifts and technicians. - Utilize electronic MMS to manage workorders, PM’s, and parts inventory - Audit completed work to validate completion and reliability of performance - Supports operational departments by maintaining equipment and resolves mechanical malfunctions to increase productivity, job capabilities, and equipment capabilities at the department’s request. - Involved in the installation and startups of new equipment, interface with outside contractors - Establish clear responsibilities and expectations for each technician and ensure that each employee meets these standards. Take action to address any developmental needs. - Delegate department responsibilities to Foremen - Understanding of working with DCS, programming and troubleshooting programmable logic controls (PLC), control software and human-machine interface systems.  (Control 5000 AB – RS View, VFD’s) - Stay abreast of new technologies associated with the industry. - Ensure safety compliance within the department by understand and following all safety procedures, always wear proper PPE, never put yourself or other employees in harm’s way. - Expedite all safety and quality work orders SQF. - Maintain a professional relationship with supervision and production personnel by providing exceptional customer service. - Develop maintenance staff in skill sets needed to maintain the equipment and facility. - Maintain, review and distribute KPI reports as requested by Management - Understand all machinery and plant equipment and general plant operations and be able to troubleshoot and perform necessary repairs when needed. - Working knowledge of WWTP operations and instrument/electrical needs including record keeping - Develop knowledge of refrigerated ammonia cooling systems, boiler systems, and general manufacturing is a prerequisite. - Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner. - Maintain all documented information as per SQF requirements - Work hours, as needed, which will require an obligation from you to fulfill. - Act as a representative on special committee’s as needed - Carry out all additional duties assigned by Manager Education and Experience - A minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance within a plant or manufacturing industry. Associates or Bachelor’s Degree preferred. - At least 3 years of supervisory or management experience required. - Industry background in Food or Beverage preferred. - Demonstrated experience within mechanical and electrical systems. ## Skills and Competencies - Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. - Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. - Inspires and motivates others to perform well. ## #LI-KW1 #LI-Onsite Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location. The pay range for this position is $89,500—$98,700 USD Ready to join us? Apply directly on our [Company Careers Page](https://hood.com/careers) HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled "VERVRAA Federal Contractor" [Privacy Policy](https://hood.com/privacy-policy) [CCPA](https://hood.com/-/media/Project/HoodCom/PDFs/HP-HOOD-LLC-CA-CCPA-EMPLOYEE-PRIVACY-NOTICE-DECEMBER-2025.pdf) For Applicants in Massachusetts - It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Employment is subject to verification of an applicant’s identity and eligibility for employment in the United States as required by immigration laws. We are unable to assist with sponsorship at this time. ## About HP Hood ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: HP Hood is one of the largest dairy processors in the United States, producing and distributing a wide range of dairy products including milk, ice cream, cottage cheese, sour cream, and cream under its own and licensed brands. - **Entity Type**: Private (family-owned by the Kaneb Family) - **Headquarters**: Lynnfield, Massachusetts, United States - **Founded**: 1846 - **Founders**: Harvey Perley Hood ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Food and Beverage Manufacturing (Dairy) - **Target customers**: B2B (grocery retailers, food service distributors) and B2C (consumers) - **Mission or purpose statement**: The company emphasizes a commitment to quality, community, and innovation. Their founder's pledge is that "good enough never was," and they focus on providing fresh, premium-quality dairy products while supporting the communities where they operate. ## Products & Services - **Hood® Brand**: A full line of fluid milk, ice cream, cottage cheese, sour cream, cream, and other dairy products; the number-one dairy brand in New England. - **Heluva Good!®**: A brand of dips, cheeses, and sour cream with a national presence. - **LACTAID® Brand dairy products**: Licensed lactose-free milk, ice cream, and cottage cheese. - **Blue Diamond Almond Breeze®**: Licensed almond milk and dairy-alternative products. - **Other licensed and regional brands**: The company also produces and distributes other licensed products. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private company). HP Hood was listed at #169 on the Forbes "America's Largest Private Companies" list for 2025. - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue of approximately $2.1 billion (per LinkedIn estimate) to over $3 billion (per Forbes and company statements). - **Notable Investors/Partners**: The Kaneb Family (owners). Key partners include license holders like Lactaid and Blue Diamond, and major retail and food service customers across the U.S. - **Growth Signals**: The company has 12 manufacturing plants across the United States and is a top dairy brand in New England. Recent funding of $350,000 (grant) from the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center in 2024. ## Competitive Advantages - **Heritage and Brand Trust**: Over 175 years of history and a deeply trusted brand name, especially in New England. - **Scale and Distribution**: One of the largest dairy processors in the country with a national footprint and 17 office/manufacturing locations. - **Licensing Portfolio**: Exclusive rights to produce and distribute major national brands like LACTAID® and Blue Diamond Almond Breeze®, providing a diversified revenue stream. - **Vertical Integration**: Owns a research and development operation, allowing for product innovation and quality control. - **Private Ownership**: Family-owned structure allows for long-term strategic planning without quarterly earnings pressure. ## Strategic Focus - **Innovation**: Continuously developing new products and packaging, such as the LightBlock Bottle® and bold cottage cheese flavors. - **Sustainability**: Committed to environmental responsibility and sustainable practices across operations. - **Community Engagement**: Partnering with organizations that support children and families to promote healthy, active lifestyles. - **Operational Excellence**: Focus on quality, safety, and efficiency across its 12 manufacturing plants. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Emphasizes core values of Quality, Integrity, Community, Innovation, Results, and Collaboration. The company describes a "family-oriented" and team-focused environment. - **Remote/Hybrid/Office Policy**: Mixed model. Many manufacturing, distribution, and corporate roles are on-site. Some corporate and sales roles (e.g., Director of Human Resources, Technical Sanitation Specialist) are listed as remote. The company has two main office locations (Lynnfield, MA, and Portland, ME) and numerous plant locations. - **Notable Perks and Development**: Offers a range of training and development programs to support employee growth. The company highlights its Total Rewards package (benefits, compensation). - **Workforce**: Approximately 3,400 employees (per Forbes/company statements) or 908 on LinkedIn (likely a smaller subset of active profiles). The company has seen steady headcount growth (+3.8% YoY) and has 77 active job postings. - **Engineering/Technical Roles**: Positions available in food safety, quality, process engineering, SAP integration, and project management. The company has its own R&D operation. ## Sources 1. [hood.com (Careers Page)](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/hoodhp) 2. [hood.com (Our Story)](https://hood.com/our-story) 3. [LinkedIn (HP Hood Company Page)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/hp-hood) 4. 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