Senior Maintenance Manager

This role is part of our Purina Animal Nutrition business helping our network of local cooperatives independent dealers and other large retailers serve producers and animal owners throughout the United States. Through industry -leading R&D and committed partnerships we innovate the nutrition products and practices that unlock the full potential of every animal for a healthier more productive life.

The Senior Maintenance Manager provides leadership acrossthe Denver CO animal nutritionfacilityand the Commerce City bulk operation. This roleis responsible forensuring the reliability performance and continuous improvement of all plant assets whilemaintainingthe highest standards in safety quality and regulatory compliance.

This positionleadsthe execution of maintenance strategies that driveuptime reducecost and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) while building a high-performing technically capable maintenance team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead all aspects of maintenance operations across two facilities includingasset reliability utilities buildings and grounds

• Develop and executepreventive and predictive maintenance strategiesto reduce unplanned downtime

• Own and managemaintenance and capital budgets ensuring effective allocation of resources

• Overseeparts inventory and storeroom managementto support operational readiness

• Partner cross-functionally with Operations Quality and Safety to support production goals and continuous improvement initiatives

• LeadCAPEX projectsfrom scope development through execution and closeout

• Utilize CMMS to driveplanning scheduling and work order discipline

TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP EXPECTATIONS

• Providetechnical guidance and support in troubleshooting:

• 480V / 3-phase electrical systems motors VFDs and control circuits

• PLC-controlled equipment (Allen-Bradley preferred)

• Mechanical systems includinggearboxes conveyors bearings and drive systems

• Ensure the teamis capable of diagnosing and resolvingissues acrosselectrical mechanical pneumatic and hydraulic systems

• Establish and reinforce standards forroot cause analysis and long-term corrective actions

• Drive continuous improvement inPM completion work quality and equipment reliability

TEAM LEADERSHIP & PERFORMANCE

• Lead coach and develop a team of maintenance technicians across multiple shifts and facilities

• Establish clear expectations forexecution follow-through and quality of work ensuring consistency across shifts

• Build team capability throughtraining skill development and knowledge sharing

• Create an environment whereissues areidentifiedearly communicated effectively and resolved withurgency

• Reinforce a culture ofownership accountability and continuous improvementthrough consistent leadership presence and engagement

Required Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma with 7 years of progressive maintenance leadership experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment ORBachelors degree in Engineering Project Management or related field with 35 years of maintenance leadership experiencea high-volume manufacturing environment

• Industrial maintenance leadership (manufacturing feed grain or similar environment)

• ManagingCAPEX projects from concept to completion

• Driving performance throughKPIs (downtime PM completion cost reliability)

• Implementing and sustainingCMMS systems and maintenance best practices

TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Strong working knowledge of:

• PLC systems (Allen-Bradley preferred)

• Industrial electrical systems (480V / 3-phase)

• Mechanical systems and power transmission

• Familiarity withGMPs and food/feed safety requirements

• Understanding ofLean / Continuous Improvement methodologies

• Knowledge ofhealth safety and environmental regulations

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Ability to lead through change and drive alignment across teams

• Strong planning prioritization and organizational skills

• Effective communicator with the ability toinfluence atall levels of the organization

• Data-driven decision making with a focus onsustainable results not short-term fixes

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to support off-shift weekend and holiday coverage as needed

Salary: $93360 - $140040

In most cases candidates offered employment can expect to be hired at a pay rate near the middle of our salary ranges

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