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Maintenance Manager
Sailer’s Food Market & Meat Processing, Inc.
Position Summary
Sailer’s Food Market & Meat Processing is seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Manager to oversee the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of our processing equipment, facilities, grounds, and company vehicles. This hands-on position requires a versatile individual who can troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and facility-related issues while ensuring equipment reliability, workplace safety, and efficient operations. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who takes pride in maintaining a well-functioning facility and equipment fleet.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Equipment Maintenance
- Perform preventative maintenance and repair on meat processing and packaging equipment, including rollstock machines, slicers, smokehouses, grinders, mixers, vacuum packaging equipment, and related machinery.
- Diagnose mechanical and operational issues and perform necessary repairs to minimize downtime.
- Maintain maintenance logs, records, and schedules for all production equipment.
- Coordinate with department managers to schedule maintenance activities and equipment servicing.
Smokehouse and Processing Area Maintenance
- Perform routine smokehouse cleaning and maintenance.
- Inspect equipment for proper operation and sanitation compliance.
- Ensure all maintenance activities meet food safety and regulatory requirements.
Electrical and HVAC Maintenance
- Troubleshoot and repair basic electrical issues, including lighting, switches, outlets, motors, and machinery controls.
- Perform routine HVAC inspections and maintenance.
- Coordinate with outside contractors for advanced electrical or HVAC repairs when necessary.
Vehicle and Fleet Maintenance
- Conduct DOT-required inspections and maintenance on company vehicles.
- Monitor vehicle condition and schedule repairs, inspections, and preventative maintenance.
- Maintain records related to fleet maintenance and regulatory compliance.
Facility Maintenance
- Perform general building maintenance and repair activities, including:
- Door and lock repairs
- Light bulb replacement
- Minor plumbing repairs
- Painting and touch-up work
- Basic carpentry and construction projects
- Grounds and facility upkeep
- Assist with facility improvement projects and renovations as needed.
Material Handling Equipment Maintenance
- Inspect, maintain, and repair:
- Pallet jacks
- Meat buggies
- Carts
- Hyster equipment
- Forklifts
- Ensure equipment remains safe and operational for daily use.
Grounds Maintenance
- Perform seasonal property maintenance, including:
- Snow plowing and ice control during winter months
- Lawn mowing, trimming, and landscaping during summer months
- General exterior facility maintenance and cleanup
Safety and Compliance
- Ensure maintenance activities comply with OSHA, USDA, state, and local regulations.
- Promote a safe working environment by identifying and correcting safety hazards.
- Participate in safety meetings and training programs.
- Maintain proper inventory of maintenance supplies and parts.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or trade certification preferred.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing, food processing, industrial, or related environments preferred.
- Working knowledge of:
- Mechanical systems
- Electrical systems
- HVAC systems
- Basic construction and carpentry
- Vehicle maintenance and DOT requirements
- Forklifts and material handling equipment
- Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment safely.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record and CDL Preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing.
- Ability to work in varying temperatures, including refrigerated and outdoor environments.
- Ability to respond to emergency maintenance situations outside normal operating hours when needed.
Desired Characteristics
- Self-motivated and dependable.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with all departments.
- True "jack-of-all-trades" mindset with a willingness to tackle a variety of maintenance challenges.
Reports To
Operations Manager / Plant Manager
Benefits
Sailer’s Food Market & Meat Processing offers a competitive compensation package, health benefits, paid time off, retirement plan options, employee discounts, and opportunities for professional growth.
Sailer’s Food Market & Meat Processing, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a safe, productive, and team-oriented work environment.
Pay: $27.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $27 - $35