Facilities and Maintenance Manager

Direct applicants only please.

Build Something That Lasts

SIP Manufacturing is launching a new beverage manufacturing facility in Southaven, Mississippi, and we're looking for leaders who want to help build it from the ground up.

This is a rare opportunity to shape maintenance systems, facilities, reliability programs, and team culture from day one. You'll work alongside SIP leadership, engineering teams, OEM partners, and experienced employees from our California operation to deliver a successful startup and establish a world-class manufacturing facility.

With brand-new equipment, proven processes, and significant growth ahead, you'll have the opportunity to build your team, lead your function, and make a lasting impact.

What You Can Expect

• Launch a new manufacturing facility scheduled to begin production in Q1 2027.
• Build and lead maintenance, facilities, and reliability programs from the ground up.
• Work alongside experienced startup, engineering, and operations teams.
• Receive training and support from SIP's California operation.
• Operate and maintain brand-new production equipment.
• Recruit, develop, and lead your maintenance team.
• Professional development and relocation assistance are available.

Position Summary

SIP Manufacturing is seeking a hands-on Facilities & Maintenance Manager to lead all maintenance, facilities, utilities, sanitation, reliability, and capital project activities for our beverage manufacturing facility operating aluminum can, glass bottle, and PET bottle production lines.

This role is responsible for maximizing equipment reliability and plant uptime while developing preventive and predictive maintenance programs, managing facility infrastructure, supporting major maintenance activities, and building a high-performing maintenance organization.

As a member of the plant leadership team, this individual will partner closely with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, and EHS to support safety, quality, service, and operational excellence.

Prior maintenance leadership experience in beverage manufacturing is required. Candidates must have demonstrated success supporting beverage production equipment, maintenance systems, and reliability programs in a food-safe manufacturing environment.

Responsibility Framework

Asset Reliability & Maintenance

• Preventive Maintenance Programs
• Predictive Maintenance Programs
• Equipment Reliability & Uptime
• Breakdown Response & Recovery
• Root Cause Analysis
• CMMS Management
• Spare Parts & Inventory Control

Facilities & Sanitation

• Building and Grounds Maintenance
• GMP Housekeeping Standards
• Plant Cleanliness & Organization
• Warehouse and Office Maintenance
• Sanitation Program Oversight
• Audit & Inspection Readiness

Utilities & Infrastructure

• Electrical Distribution Systems
• HVAC Systems
• Air Compressors
• Water and Wastewater Systems
• Boilers and Steam Systems
• Refrigeration Systems
• Emergency Power Systems

Capital Projects & Commissioning

• Equipment Installation
• Plant Expansion Projects
• Annual Shutdowns and Overhauls
• Startup and Commissioning Activities
• Contractor Management
• Budget and Schedule Management

People Leadership

• Team Development
• Workforce Planning
• Technical Training
• Performance Management
• Succession Planning
• Employee Engagement and Retention

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Maintenance & Reliability Leadership

• Lead all plant maintenance activities, including mechanical, electrical, controls, facilities, and utilities.
• Develop and execute maintenance strategies that maximize equipment uptime and operational reliability.
• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs that improve asset performance and reduce downtime.
• Utilize CMMS systems to manage work orders, PM schedules, asset history, and inventory control.
• Analyze equipment failures and drive root-cause corrective actions.
• Manage maintenance budgets, contracts, and spare parts inventory.

Production Equipment Support

Provide maintenance leadership and technical oversight for:

Can Line Operations

• Depalletizers
• Fillers
• Seamers
• Conveyors
• Case Packers
• Palletizers
• Packaging Equipment

Glass Bottle Operations

• Bottle Handling Systems
• Fillers and Cappers
• Labelers
• Inspection Systems
• Glass Management Systems
• Packaging Equipment

PET Bottle Operations

• Filling Systems
• Conveyors
• Packaging Equipment
• Stretch Wrappers
• Palletizing Systems

Facilities Management

• Maintain buildings, warehouses, offices, utility areas, parking lots, and grounds.
• Ensure facility infrastructure operates effectively, including HVAC, plumbing, roofing, lighting, fire protection, dock equipment, electrical systems, and compressed air systems.
• Develop facility improvement plans that support business growth.

Sanitation & Housekeeping

• Lead plant-wide sanitation and housekeeping programs.
• Maintain clean, organized, safe, and audit-ready conditions throughout the facility.
• Manage Master Sanitation Schedules.
• Oversee internal sanitation teams and external service providers.
• Drive 5S and workplace organization initiatives.
• Ensure GMP compliance and audit readiness.

Utilities Management

Manage and maintain:

• Electrical Distribution Systems
• Air Compressors
• Boilers and Steam Systems
• Refrigeration Systems
• Water Treatment Systems
• Wastewater Systems
• HVAC Systems
• Emergency Generators and Backup Power Systems

Monitor utility performance, reliability, efficiency, and cost-saving opportunities.

Shutdowns, Overhauls & Turnarounds

• Lead annual shutdowns and major equipment overhauls.
• Develop schedules, staffing plans, contractor scopes, and budgets.
• Coordinate procurement of critical parts and outside services.
• Conduct post-project reviews and drive continuous improvement.

Capital Projects & Commissioning

• Lead equipment installations, upgrades, and facility improvements.
• Participate in equipment selection and design reviews.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and contractor performance.
• Coordinate FAT and SAT activities.
• Lead startup and commissioning efforts.
• Ensure smooth transition into production and maintenance programs.

Team Leadership & Development

• Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing maintenance team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Develop technical and leadership training plans.
• Conduct performance evaluations and succession planning.
• Support employee engagement and career growth.

Safety & Compliance

• Promote a strong safety culture.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, food safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage critical safety programs, including:
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Arc Flash Safety
• Hot Work Programs
• Confined Space Entry
• Machine Guarding
• Contractor Safety Programs
• Participate in incident investigations and corrective action development.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Related Technical Discipline

Experience

• 8 years of progressive maintenance and facilities leadership experience.
• 5 years leading maintenance teams in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
• Beverage manufacturing experience required.
• Proven experience managing shutdowns, capital projects, and equipment commissioning.
• Strong understanding of reliability-centered maintenance and asset management principles.

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP)
• Lean Manufacturing Certification
• Six Sigma Certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation

Salary Range: $135,000–$155,000 annually

Compensation will be based on experience, technical expertise, leadership capability, and manufacturing background.

Additional compensation opportunities include:

• Plant Performance Incentive Program
• Continuing Education & Training Support

Benefits

Financial

• Competitive 401(k) with Company Match
• Professional Development Assistance

Insurance & Protection

• Health Insurance (90% company-paid employee coverage)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage

Time Off

• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Sick Leave

Additional Benefits

• Safety Footwear/PPE Allowance
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Community Engagement Opportunities

Success Measures

Performance will be evaluated on:

• Equipment Uptime & Reliability
• Preventive Maintenance Compliance
• Downtime Reduction
• Maintenance Cost Control
• Facility Cleanliness Standards
• Sanitation & GMP Audit Results
• Utility Reliability & Efficiency
• Capital Project Execution
• Shutdown & Overhaul Performance
• Safety Performance
• Employee Development & Retention