What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Maintenance Manager position at Produce Innovations?
Job Title: Plant Maintenance Manager
Location: Norwalk, IA
Join Produce Innovations/Loffredo Fresh Foods as a Plant Maintenance Manager based out of our food processing plant in Norwalk, IA. Produce Innovations is a leader in fresh-cut produce processing, specializing in the preparation and packaging of fresh-cut, all-natural snacks. We believe that our employees are the key to a successful future. We are committed to attracting a team that is passionate, innovative, and committed to meeting our customer’s needs.
As a Plant Maintenance Manager, you will lead and direct the plant’s maintenance function in a dynamic 24/6 operation. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, particularly Quality Assurance and Operations, to promote and support food safety, product quality, and operational efficiency. You will also play a key role in developing your team through coaching, training, and hands-on troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical systems. This is a critical position responsible for ensuring equipment effectiveness, proper maintenance protocols, and the overall upkeep of the facility and grounds.
Pay: Please submit your compensation range with your resume.
What we look for:
- A minimum of 5 years of supervisory/management experience in maintenance or a related field.
- Basic knowledge of electrical troubleshooting, including the ability to read schematics.
- Basic knowledge of refrigeration systems.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with an ability to foster collaboration across teams.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices and equipment management.
What you’ll do:
- SAFETY FIRST. Must be able to safely operate plant equipment at all times and follow all safety guidelines
- Provide leadership and direction to the plant maintenance team in a 24-hour, 6-day week operation.
- Actively promote and support food safety, GMPs, HACCP, and sanitation standards, collaborating with Quality Assurance, plant management, and employees to ensure compliance.
- Evaluate the skills and abilities of maintenance personnel; establish training programs to foster growth and development.
- Troubleshoot machinery and process systems during breakdowns, ensuring minimal downtime by coordinating preventive maintenance and repair work with production and packaging supervisors.
- Maintain positive and effective communication with plant management, supervisors, service groups, and employees to ensure smooth operational processes.
- Manage all maintenance and technical needs for the facility and grounds, ensuring all systems operate at optimal performance.
- Implement corrective actions using key maintenance performance indicators to improve overall equipment effectiveness.
- Stay current with industry regulations, codes, and best practices related to mechanical and electrical systems.
- Engage in planning, evaluating, organizing, and delegating tasks to ensure the effective operation of the maintenance team.
- Manage employee selection, retention, development, and performance, ensuring a highly motivated and capable team.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
What you’ll gain as a Loffredo Team Member:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, available 1st of the month following 30 days employment
- 401k with company match available following 6 months of employment
- Additional voluntary insurance such as basic/supplemental life and disability
- Paid time off & Paid holidays
- Regular and constructive performance feedback