Maintenance Manager
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Job Location:
Cherokee, IA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
12 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee the development and implementation of maintenance strategies to ensure efficient operation of plant equipment facilities and production processes within a food manufacturing environment.
The Maintenance Manager will lead maintenance teams manage capital and expense projects ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards and support plant operational efficiency.
This role requires strong leadership experience along with a solid background in mechanical systems electrical systems refrigeration and food production environments.
Key Responsibilities
Develop plant processing line layouts to support operational improvements and facility expansions
Coordinate planning and execution of plant additions or modifications
Ensure all OSHA safety regulations and compliance policies are followed and maintained
Lead and manage maintenance and engineering personnel to support plant operations
Develop and oversee capital and expense budget projects
Manage relationships with contractors and vendors to ensure projects are completed efficiently
Address operational issues within the facility in a timely and organized manner
Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional departments
Lead and direct maintenance teams to support continuous production operations
Required Qualifications
Associate degree or equivalent experience in electrical or mechanical fields
Minimum 5 years of management experience in food manufacturing
Experience in bread batter fryer or protein processing environments
Experience working with ammonia refrigeration systems
Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively with teams across multiple departments
Technical Skills
Candidates should have experience with:
Electrical systems
Mechanical systems
Refrigeration principles and systems
PLC equipment
CAD systems
Excel
Microsoft Word
OSHA safety compliance
Capital and expense budget management
Project management
Contractor and vendor management
Work Environment
This position operates within a manufacturing facility environment.
Periods of standing or walking throughout the facility
Occasional lifting of up to 40 pounds
Exposure to temperature variations (-40F to 110F)
Exposure to high-noise environments requiring hearing protection
Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in certain production areas
Key Skills
- Industrial Equipment
- Industrial Maintenance
- Facilities Management
- CMMS
- Ammonia Refrigeration
- Maintenance Management
- Plastics Blow Molding
- OSHA
- Maintenance
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Supervising Experience
- Manufacturing
