MRO Supervisor

About Us:

Trilliant Food & Nutrition is a leading, vertically integrated manufacturer of premium coffees and powdered beverages, proudly headquartered in Little Chute, Wisconsin. With a legacy rooted in quality, innovation, and service, Trilliant delivers branded and private label solutions across retail, foodservice, and e-commerce channels.

Horseshoe Beverage Company, based in Neenah, WI, is a leading ready-to-drink beverage manufacturer dedicated to delivering an exceptional beverage experience. By combining industry-leading talent, cutting-edge equipment, and a vertically integrated supply chain, we drive innovation and consistently deliver the highest quality products to our customers-first and fast.

Our brand portfolio includes Victor Allen's, Dutch Bros beverages and Nurri, our better-for-you protein beverage line. We are passionate about beverages - and about building a team that's just as energized. We invite you to explore opportunities at Trilliant or Horseshoe, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings.

Diversity and Inclusion at Trilliant and Horseshoe:

We believe talented, great people are the building blocks of our success. We believe in finding the right people, with the right attitude, and providing them with opportunities to excel.

Position Overview:

The MRO Supervisor / Project Expeditor is responsible for overseeing maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) inventory and procurement processes while ensuring timely execution of projects. This role drives operational efficiency, cost optimization, and compliance with safety and quality standards. The position requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

* Inventory & Procurement Management through maintenance CMMS and ERP Systems.

* Assist in implementation of CMMS maintenance and Procurement models.

* Maintain accurate MRO inventory levels and ensure timely replenishment.

* Negotiate with vendors to optimize cost and delivery performance.

* Project Coordination

* Develop and track project timelines, ensuring resources are allocated effectively.

* Expedite critical materials and services to meet project deadlines.

* Compliance & Safety

* Ensure adherence to company safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

* Support audits and maintain documentation for compliance purposes.

* Continuous Improvement

* Work with the maintenance and suppliers to maintain appropriate tool crib inventory as applicable.

* Maintain timely control of orders, amendments, shipping notices, and other documents to assure accurate retention of records.

* Issues blanket orders and spot buys as received to support production, quality, and other department/office activities. Maintain pricing information.

* Conduct supplier delivery reviews to verify contract details and ensure delivery of material on the required dates.

* Identify and implement process improvements to reduce downtime and costs.

* Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operational workflows.

* Leadership & Communication

* Provide guidance and training to team members.

* Communicate project status and inventory updates to stakeholders.

* Travel as required.

* Other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager.

Qualifications:

* Education: Associate or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field preferred.

* Minimum 3-5 years in MRO, procurement, or project coordination within a manufacturing environment.

* 5+ years supervision and inventory management experience preferred.

* Proficiency in ERP/CMMS systems. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX and MVPOne a plus.

* Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.

* Excellent organizational and communication abilities.

* Proven record of on-time project completion rate.

* Experience with the implementation of SOP, OSHA, GMP SQF, HACCP or other quality, food and human safety programs.

* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects and manage change.

* Ability to work cross functionally at all levels of the organization.

Hours, Location and Pay:

We offer a competitive base pay rate and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees. This role works Monday - Friday standard business hours at our Neenah, WI manufacturing facility. Additional hours as needed to support business needs.

Physical and Mental Demands:

* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, hear, use hands to type data, use a personal computer and telephone. This employee may occasionally have to operate business machines and lift and/move up to 50 pounds.

* Specific vision abilities required in this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* Mental demands include multi-tasking, decision making, problem solving, comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, and synthesizing data.

* Potential for exposure to chemicals, heights, loud noises, mechanical equipment, wet environments, and other potential hazards exists.

Safety Statement:

At Trilliant and Horseshoe, safety is every employee's first responsibility. We expect all employees to adhere to all safety practices, have the moral courage to stop other individuals from performing unsafe acts, and immediately report unsafe conditions.

Disclosures:

* The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

* Responsible for following food safety/regulatory policies and procedures, executing responsibilities as identified in standard operating procedures, and reporting food safety/regulatory concerns to the Production or Quality Manager.

* Trilliant Food & Nutrition and Horseshoe Beverage Company are Drug Free Workplaces. All applicants are subject to a drug screen and background check as a condition of employment.

* Trilliant Food and Nutrition and Horseshoe Beverage participate in the E-Verify process.

* EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled

* If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at HR@trilliantfood.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

* Trilliant Food and Nutrition and Horseshoe Beverage are Equal Opportunity Employers.

* The principles of the OECD and UN have been taken into consideration and used as guidance in our human rights practices and procedures.