Senior Maintenance Manager

Perricone Farms, a leader in premium citrus juice products, is proud to produce some of the finest craft citrus beverages in the industry. Headquartered in Newport Beach, California, with production operations in Beaumont, we are committed to delivering high-quality, fresh products with a focus on innovation, food safety, and operational excellence. Our recent partnership with Natalie's Orchid Island Juice Company has further strengthened our leadership in the fresh juice market, offering exciting opportunities for growth and innovation.

We are seeking a results-driven
Senior Maintenance Manager
to lead the maintenance team at our Beaumont, CA production facility. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of all plant equipment and infrastructure, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and proactive maintenance.

Position Summary:

The
Senior Maintenance Manager
is responsible for overseeing all aspects of facility and equipment maintenance, including mechanical, electrical, utility systems, and building maintenance. This role will lead a skilled maintenance team and collaborate closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Safety to ensure minimal downtime and maximum productivity. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in manufacturing maintenance, preferably within the food or beverage industry, and will have a proactive, strategic approach to managing maintenance operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all maintenance functions, including preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance for all plant equipment and systems.
• Supervise, train, and develop a team of maintenance technicians and specialists to ensure high performance and adherence to safety standards.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to identify opportunities for equipment upgrades, process improvements, and downtime reduction.
• Develop and manage the maintenance budget, including spare parts inventory, vendor contracts, and capital expenditures.
• Ensure compliance with all OSHA, FDA, and company safety and sanitation regulations.
• Oversee maintenance scheduling to minimize production disruptions and maximize equipment availability.
• Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to track maintenance activities, generate reports, and monitor KPIs.
• Lead root cause analysis for equipment failures and implement long-term solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Manage relationships with external contractors and service providers for specialized repairs or installations.
• Support capital projects and facility expansions by providing technical expertise and project oversight as needed.

Qualifications
:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 7–10 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and utility systems, preferably within the food and beverage industry.
• Experience implementing and managing preventive maintenance programs and CMMS tools.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and motivate teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Solid understanding of GMPs, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and at all organizational levels.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.