Maintenance Manager

As a Maintenance Manager in our production food company you will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient operation of our facilities and equipment. This position requires strong leadership technical expertise and a commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and quality in our production processes.

Principal Responsibilities:

1. Equipment Maintenance:

- Oversee the maintenance and repair of production equipment including food processing machinery packaging systems and conveyors.

- Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.

2. Facility Management:

- Manage the maintenance of facility infrastructure including refrigeration systems utilities and building structures.

- Coordinate with contractors and service providers for specialized maintenance tasks as needed.

3. Team Leadership:

- Lead and supervise a team of maintenance technicians providing guidance training and support to ensure efficient operation.

- Foster a culture of safety teamwork and continuous improvement within the maintenance department.

4. Safety and Compliance:

- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and food safety standards in maintenance activities.

- Conduct regular safety inspections hazard assessments and training sessions for maintenance personnel.

5. Budget Management:

- Develop and manage the maintenance budget tracking expenses and controlling costs to meet financial targets.

- Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements in maintenance operations.

6. Inventory Control:

- Maintain accurate inventory records of spare parts tools and supplies required for maintenance activities.

- Procure necessary parts and materials in a timely and cost-effective manner.

7. Documentation and Reporting:

- Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities including work orders equipment history and maintenance logs.

- Generate reports on maintenance performance equipment reliability and downtime analysis.

8. Continuous Improvement:

- Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability increase operational efficiency and reduce maintenance costs.

- Implement preventive maintenance best practices reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) strategies and condition monitoring techniques.

Qualifications:

- Bachelors degree in engineering or a related field preferred.

- Proven experience in maintenance management preferably in the food manufacturing industry.

- Strong technical knowledge of food processing equipment and systems.

- Leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.

- Knowledge of safety regulations food safety standards and GMPs.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Proficiency in maintenance management software systems.

- Familiarity with regulatory requirements such as SQF FDA USDA and HACCP.

- Certification in maintenance management (e.g. CMRP) is a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must be able to traverse property and facility to diagnose building issues and plan repairs or maintenance.

• Must be physically able to perform repairs when needed.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to lift 25 pounds at a time.

From big benefits to small we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical dental life disability and business travel insurance flexible spending accounts EAP stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment. Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service. Mantrose Group offers paid holidays and two floating holidays per year. You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.

From $95K DOE

Profile Food Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex race age disability religion national origin color or any other protected class.