Area Manager - Maintenance & Capital (CapEX)
TalentSource Smart Recruiting
Elkhart, IN
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field preferred
5–8 years of relevant experience
Experience managing CapEx projects required
Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems
Experience with CMMS and maintenance metrics
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems
Maintenance Leadership & Reliability
Lead and support maintenance technicians to ensure safe and efficient execution of all maintenance activities
Develop and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs
Oversee troubleshooting and root cause analysis for equipment failures
Ensure mechanical, electrical, and utility systems support a 24/7 operation
Maintain maintenance shop organization and spare parts inventory
Capital Projects (CapEx)
Lead planning and execution of capital projects including installations and upgrades
Manage full project lifecycle: scope, budget, schedule, execution, and closeout
Develop and manage CapEx budgets and ROI analysis
Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and engineering resources
Prepare capital requests and business justifications
Continuous Improvement & Performance
Drive initiatives focused on reliability, OEE, and efficiency
Analyze KPIs and implement corrective actions
Support Lean Manufacturing and waste reduction efforts
Improve maintenance planning and scheduling processes
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Operations, Quality, Safety, and Procurement teams
Support production by resolving maintenance issues
Collaborate on long-term asset and infrastructure planning
Serve as a technical point of contact for equipment needs
Compliance, Safety & Food Safety
Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, BRC, and OSHA standards
Promote a safety-first culture
Lead incident investigations
Maintain audit readiness and documentation
The Area Manager – Maintenance & Capital (CapEx) is responsible for leading all maintenance operations and capital project execution across the facility. This role ensures equipment reliability, minimizes downtime, and drives the successful planning and implementation of capital investments that support plant performance and growth.
Reporting directly to the Director of Plant Operations, this position combines hands-on maintenance leadership with ownership of the full lifecycle of capital projects. The Area Manager ensures all maintenance and engineering activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with food safety and regulatory standards.
About the Company
TalentSource Smart Recruiting
Direct hire with benefits
Salary $100k+
Elkhart, IN
Send resume to Sherrad@talentsourcestaffing.com
Headquartered in North Central Indiana and founded in 2009, TalentSource is a sole-source recruiting firm with an excellent team of subject-matter experts in talent acquisition! We recruit generalists and provide professional job placement across various disciplines and industries, including temporary and permanent placements, payroll, and specialty staffing solutions, for top-notch clients! TalentSource is committed to establishing long-term relationships with its clients and candidates. They achieve their mission of providing superior customer service through customized talent solutions that emphasize quality and continuous improvement. To learn more about TalentSource, please visit us at www.talentsourcestaffing.com! TalentSource is an Equal Opportunity Recruiting Firm. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.