Maintenance Manager

Role Overview: Reporting directly to the Director of Processing, this first-shift exempt position offers a base salary between $140,000 and $150,000, supplemented by a 30% annual bonus and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Your Impact: As the Maintenance Manager, you will spearhead maintenance operations within our high-volume processing and manufacturing facility. You will be tasked with optimizing equipment reliability, managing departmental budgets and capital projects, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. We are looking for a hands-on leader with a proven track record in industrial maintenance who can effectively support production in a fast-paced environment.

• Direct all maintenance efforts to foster a safe, reliable, and highly efficient plant environment.
• Mentor, supervise, and assess the performance of your maintenance staff.
• Oversee workforce planning, including scheduling, staffing levels, and overtime management.
• Define clear performance benchmarks and accountability metrics for the entire maintenance department.

• Design and execute comprehensive preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies.
• Coordinate the prioritization of repairs, installations, and various maintenance projects.
• Evaluate failure trends and downtime data to uncover opportunities for operational enhancements.
• Drive reliability-focused improvements to boost uptime and maximize overall cost-efficiency.

• Guarantee that all maintenance tasks adhere to OSHA regulations and internal safety protocols.
• Help maintain a safe working environment by strictly enforcing LOTO and PPE standards.
• Support the facility in meeting all necessary quality and regulatory safety benchmarks.
• Spearhead safety training programs and proactive incident prevention strategies.

• Control maintenance spending, including labor costs, contractor services, and overall department budgets.
• Manage the procurement and organization of spare parts, tools, and critical inventory.
• Maintain precise documentation regarding equipment history, inspections, and staff training.

• Collaborate with plant leadership and operations teams to ensure production targets are met.
• Work alongside external vendors to ensure projects are delivered safely and within budget.
• Facilitate clear communication regarding equipment status and project timelines across all departments.

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 5 years of experience in industrial maintenance within a production or manufacturing setting.
• Prior experience in a supervisory or management capacity.
• Proficiency in hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, mechanical, and welding systems.
• Experience utilizing CMMS platforms and maintenance planning tools.
• Understanding of industrial safety standards and LOTO procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and lead teams effectively.

• Formal maintenance training, apprenticeship, or a technical degree.
• Background in beverage, food, chemical, or automated packaging manufacturing.
• Proven experience managing capital projects and department budgets.
• Familiarity with TPM, Lean Manufacturing, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Work Environment: This role is based in a manufacturing facility where you may encounter loud noise, moving equipment, industrial chemicals, and varying temperatures. The position involves frequent standing, walking, and bending. You must be prepared to provide flexible support for emergency repairs and plant-wide projects outside of standard hours.

• Annual Base Salary: $140,000 - $150,000
• 30% Annual Bonus Opportunity
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Full-Time Exempt Status
• First Shift Schedule

Ideal Background: We are seeking candidates with experience as a Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Superintendent, Reliability Manager, Maintenance & Engineering Manager, Plant Maintenance Manager, or Facilities & Maintenance Leader, particularly those from high-volume manufacturing sectors.

Required Proficiencies:

• Food Industry Experience

Technical Tools:

• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)