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Maintenance Manager | Food Manufacturing

Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Hammond, IN

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$120,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Asset Management, Budget Management, Budgeting, Capital Project, Communication Skills, Construction Equipment, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Employee Relations, Engineering Management, English Language, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Equipment Specification, Food Production, Food Quality, Food Safety, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Genetics, Groundskeeping, Human Resources, Hydraulic Engineering, Inventory Management, Lead Generation, Leadership, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Local Government, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance - Electrical, Maintenance Services, Management Strategy, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Equipment, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance, Manufacturing Requirements, Mechanical Engineering, Metrics, Multilingual, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Production Support, Project/Program Coordination, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Refrigeration, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Retail, Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Spanish Language, Startup, State Government, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Hammond, IN
POSTED
30+ days ago
Reviewed Date Approved by: Page PAGE \* MERGEFORMAT 2 West Madison Foods – 201 Armory Drive - Thornton, IL 60476 Job Description Job Title: Maintenance Manager Department: Safety Location: Thornton Reports To: Plant Manager Last Updated: 3/28/2024 Wage X Salary About West Madison Foods: West Madison Foods was formed in July 2023 following the Private Equity Firm, Brynwood Partners’, purchase of the Ventura Food’s Dips and Dressing Portfolio. These brands include Marie’s Refrigerated Salad Dressings and Dips and Dean’s Dairy Dips. West Madison Foods is a private equity “start-up” business with iconic brands, a strong retail presence, and outstanding manufacturing capabilities. Position Summary: The Maintenance Manager’s primary responsibility is to support production of continuous high quality sellable products, which includes planning, organizing, directing, coordination and supervision of the Maintenance Department. The Manager maintains assets via maintenance programs, work order programs, departmental scheduling, spare part purchasing, storage, and utilization. Management of people and budgetary planning are required to ensure optimum production of products. Key Responsibilities: Responsible for planning, organizing, directing, coordinating and supervising all maintenance department activities within the compound and surrounding grounds Responsible for the repair and maintenance of the plant facility and equipment within operating budget to ensure optimum production of products Coordinate projects and activities with outside contractors, state and local governmental agencies, inspectors, and vendors Direct maintenance supervisor in daily activities of enforcement of company policies and procedures in the area of safety, GMP’s, and employee relations Ensure the continuation of PM and Work Order programs for production and building equipment and/or assets Special projects and studies as needed Follow all company policies and procedures. Comply with all GMP’s, food safety and quality procedures to ensure that food safety and quality objectives are met. Comply with all safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe work environment. Report all safety, food safety, and quality problems to management. Work cooperatively with others both on your team and on other teams Other duties as may be assigned or volunteered for Key Qualifications, Education, Capabilities, and Metrics: Required Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Management or equivalent experience Minimum of 5 years comprehensive supervisory/managerial experience in industrial facilities maintenance Extensive background in manufacturing environment Mechanical background in general maintenance, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, steam, and refrigeration Working knowledge of ammonia refrigeration, industrial electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and steam boilers Knowledge of food grade materials for manufacturing of components for food manufacturing equipment Demonstrated leadership and management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Preferred Bilingual English/Spanish Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Walk around the facility and be able lift a least 50 lbs. Work standing or walking for long periods of time Work bending, squatting & climbing Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work in cold (refrigerated and freezer) environments Food Safety/Quality Report any issues regarding food safety or quality to supervision and/or quality assurance Report any risks or any evidence of unsafe or out-of-specification product, equipment, packaging, or raw materials to a designated manager to enable the resolution of issues requiring immediate attention I have reviewed this job description and I understand all my job duties and responsibilities. I can perform the essential functions as outlined.  I understand that my job may change on a temporary or regular basis according to the needs of my location or department without it being specifically included in the job description.  If I have any questions about job duties not specified on this description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or a member of the Human Resources Team.  I further understand that future performance evaluations and merit increases to my pay are based on my ability to perform the duties and responsibilities. Signature Date Title: Maintenance Manager Location: Hammond Indiana Area Overview:Sterling has helped build careers for thousands for professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.Hire Type: Direct HireBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options: 401k matching Pay: $100,000-120,000Job Summary:A well-established manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead plant maintenance operations. This role is responsible for ensuring maximum equipment reliability, facility performance, and operational efficiency to support the continuous production of high-quality finished goods. The Maintenance Manager will oversee departmental planning, asset management strategies, budgeting, and team leadership to drive uptime and overall plant performance. Job Duties:Lead, plan, and oversee all maintenance activities across plant facilities and surrounding grounds Manage preventive maintenance (PM) and work order systems to ensure optimal equipment reliability Oversee repair and maintenance of production equipment and facility systems within approved budgets Supervise maintenance leadership and staff, ensuring compliance with safety standards, GMPs, and company policies Coordinate capital projects and contractor activities, working with vendors, inspectors, and regulatory agencies Manage spare parts inventory, purchasing, storage, and utilization strategies Support continuous improvement initiatives and lead special projects as required Foster cross-functional collaboration with production, quality, and operations teams Ensure strict adherence to food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Management, or related field (or equivalent experience) Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience in industrial maintenance within a manufacturing environment Strong background in mechanical and electrical systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, steam systems, and refrigeration Working knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems, industrial electrical systems, and steam boilers Experience with food-grade manufacturing environments and regulatory compliance Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and communication skillsPreferred Qualifications Bilingual English/Spanish Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

About the Company

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Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:

 

  • Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.

 

  • Engineering Project Services – Our experienced, multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, and designers, led by licensed Professional Engineers (PE), provide project management, engineering, design, and Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) to manufacturing, OEM, and R&D customers. We work on complex, highly technical projects across a number of industry sectors, and our ability to scale and seamlessly integrate at multiple levels of your organization is what differentiates us.

 

Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1969
WEBSITE
http://www.sterling-engineering.com

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