General:
The site maintenance manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the maintenance department and team to manage & maintain equipment & facility needs to meet / exceed production goals. The role develops/ leads the maintenance discipline including – mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, & wastewater areas. The maintenance department consists of 2 - 3 salaried and 30-40 hourly employees within a poultry processing facility of 350 employees. The position reports to the plant manager w/ primary work schedule of M-F, day shift, with flexibility to work weekends, early shift, and overtime as needed.
Responsibilities for Maintenance Manager
- Manage the leadership of multi-craft maintenance, refrigeration, and wastewater areas
- Drive the maintenance and reliability initiative with focus on Preventive, Predictive Maintenance & management of maintenance work order system
- Invest time on operations / shop floor to ensure all department workers adhere to safe work practices, policies, & procedures and commit to a high standard of cleaning, housekeeping, & organizing work & storage areas
- Exercise solid knowledge and familiarity with facility’s blueprints and schematics of utilities, machinery, and equipment to efficiently analyze & troubleshoot issues/concerns
- Work w/purchasing, accounting, & vendors, to secure, track, & maintain parts inventory for facility assets
- Execute performance management and skills development for direct reports and entire maintenance team.
- Secure and/or conduct training, one-on-one meetings & knowledge share sessions for development of personnel
- Oversee and coordinate work with outside vendor resources and provide project management guidance
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and promote a safe work environment for self and staff.
- Work a flexible schedule; creatively schedule team resources for work load balance to meet business needs
- Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned
Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field (Min.) OR equivalent leadership experience;
Experience:
- Min. of 5 years in leadership / supervisory role, in maintenance or engineering management supporting maintenance in manufacturing operation
- Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
Skills/Abilities/Attributes:
- 5+ years maintenance or engineering leadership experience
- Strong understanding of the technical features of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry systems
- Effective people manager w/ excellent interpersonal skills & ability to work w/ all levels of organization
- Creative, dedicated problem-solver & team player; Able to lead & work in fast-paced environment
- Proficient with MS Office suite
Physical Requirements:
- Lift / move up to 40 lbs.; occasionally 50 lbs.
- Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, stoop for prolong periods
- Work safely in hot, cold, wet environment e.g., 35-40 / 100 degrees
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Wellness Resources