Maintenance Manager

Overview:

A leading food and beverage manufacturing company is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee plant maintenance operations. This role is critical to ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting production efficiency. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with strong technical expertise and a strategic mindset for managing maintenance programs and capital projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely and effective maintenance of processing, packaging, and facility equipment to reduce production downtime.
• Lead and supervise skilled maintenance personnel, assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and inspecting completed work.
• Collaborate on planning and execution of maintenance budgets, including capital and extraordinary maintenance projects.
• Foster a culture of safety, productivity, and quality through effective team leadership and operational oversight.
• Support and promote food safety and quality assurance initiatives throughout the facility.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facility Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in maintenance management within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Strong knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Familiarity with fiscal budgeting and project management.
• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience with food processing and packaging equipment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Strong organizational, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with proven leadership experience.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance from day one.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Employee assistance and telehealth services.
• Fertility and transgender-inclusive benefits.
• Personalized health coaching.
• 401(k) with company match and discretionary year-end contributions.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible scheduling and paid vacation (up to 3 weeks in the first year).
• Paid holidays (12 annually).
• Career development programs and tuition assistance.
• Access to online learning platforms.
• Scholarship opportunities for employees' children.
• Parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Backup childcare and tutoring support.
• Bereavement leave.
• Wellness reimbursements (fitness and massage).
• Employee appreciation events and discounts.
• Charitable giving programs.

Company Values:

This organization is committed to ethical practices, sustainable results, and inclusive teamwork. It values innovation, integrity, and a strong connection between its products and the communities it serves.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.