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MAINTENANCE MANAGER

Empire Packing
Memphis, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/6/2026
MAINTENANCE MANAGER
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
1.        Provides Maintenance Systems Management
a.       Maintain all production machinery including refrigeration, HVAC, and facility machinery.
b.       Work with purchasing to order machinery parts.
c.        Complete knowledge of schematics.
d.       Oversee repair of valves, pumps, regulators, cylinders and controls.
e.       Advise management of replacement machinery or parts and areas to improve the equipment in the facility.
f.         Manages maintenance systems associated with high performing manufacturing organizations (Root Cause Analysis, Reliability-Centered Maintenance, etc.) while focusing on maximum plant capacity, while minimizing cost 
g.       Assigns proper scheduling of work to maximize task completion with minimal plant disruption, reduction in unscheduled downtime while lowering costs and creating higher plant efficiency. 
2.        Effectively Manages Maintenance Staff and Safety 
a.       Maintain building to promote a safe working environment
b.       Manages the maintenance staff through delegation, policy and procedure administration, assignment of work responsibilities, planning, organizing, directing and follow-up of the work assignment. 
c.        Promotes plant safety performance through administration, enforcement of company and plant policy and procedure and training consistent with company objectives and in compliance with Federal and State agencies. 
d.       Accountable for providing short and medium term solutions and day-to-day support to all operating teams having issues with troubleshooting, problem analysis, equipment failures, etc. 
3.       Oversees Preventive and Predictive Maintenance Programs 
a.       Assists the Supervisors in developing and managing an effective Preventive and Predictive Maintenance program using ERP MM/PM Module. 
b.       Extracts and analyzes program data to ensure a constant state of continuous improvement. 
c.        Maintains compliance with Key Performance Indicators for tracking and reporting the performance of the maintenance function (supplier performance, equipment reliability, overall equipment effectiveness, etc.). 
d.       Develop and implement Preventative Maintenance Programs for all production machinery.
4.       Performs highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and other plant equipment.
a.       Installs replacement belts, filters, gears, chains, and valves.
b.       Troubleshoots pneumatic, electric, and hydraulic machine problems and makes necessary repairs.
c.        Performs repairs to machines involving machine guarding, bolt replacement, and breakdowns due to mechanical wear.
d.       Welds machine components.
e.       Performs preventative maintenance tasks such as lubricating parts, drive chains, etc.
f.         Handles installations, including hooking up air, water, gas, and the alignment and leveling of equipment.
g.       Resolves all maintenance and mechanical problems promptly with minimal disruption to production schedules.
5.       Acts as a lead by training, mentoring, scheduling, counseling, and providing guidance to maintenance leadership team.
a.       Provides leadership through effective communication and coaching.
b.       Provides assistance and support as needed.
c.        Ensures a positive work environment exhibiting the company’s culture of respect for all employees.
d.       Motivates, corrects, and challenges personnel with a positive approach.
e.       Notifies Maintenance Director when problems arise.
f.         Maintains open dialogue with assigned team.
g.       When approached with feedback and concerns, resolves them in the most direct and positive way possible.
h.       Ensures all company policies are followed.
6.       Completes maintenance recordkeeping.
a.       Keeps record of all work performed.
b.       Updates maintenance history logs and completes required paperwork.
c.        Accounts for equipment used for maintenance and repairs.
7.       Understands and follows the company GMP policy.
May assume other duties as assigned.
 
 
·         Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, business, or a related field preferred
·         Ten or more years of related maintenace experience
·         Five or more years of managerial experience
·         Excellent understanding of maintenance strategies and techniques
·         Extensive knowledge of technology including trends, opportunities, and products
·         Must have knowledge and emphasis in mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, PLC, fabrication, hydraulic, pneumatics.
·         Ability to organize, coordinate, and direct projects
·         Strong ability to instruct and lead and prioritize effectively.
·         Ability to make quick and decisive decisions; good judgment and common sense required.
·         Ability to speak, read, and write English
·         Strong verbal and written communication skills
·         Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
·         Presentation skills
·         Strong math skills
·         Computer literacy (Ability to use all related hardware and software) 
·         Must maintain a helpful and professional attitude and appearance.
 
 
Interested candidates must be able to perform the functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.  As a salaried position with the Company, you may be required to travel at some point to other facilities, to attend Company events, or as a representative of the Company in other situations.  Unless otherwise specified in this posting, the amount of travel may vary and the most qualified candidate must be willing and able to travel as business needs dictate.  
The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits: 
  • Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment
  • Paid Time Off; vacation and company 6 observed Holidays
  • 401k: company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
  • Base Salary range ($92k - $125)
 Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our supplies, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.
Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity
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Salary : $92 - $125

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