Maintenance Manager

COMPANY & CULTURE

Our client believes in creating healthier lives, healthier communities, and a healthier planet. They are a manufacturing leader with a rich and proud legacy that goes back well over 100 years, and today, they are a global team of 13K+ across 21 countries

CULTU RE

The company believes that investing in their associates is vital--they are empowering their teams to embrace diversity of thought, solve problems faster, and create innovative solutions that meet their customers' needs now and into the future. The culture is built on a core value of respect — respect for each other, customers, business partners, communities, and our planet. They are dedicated to environmental responsibility through initiatives like waste reduction, recycling, and efficient transport, aligning with values of eco-conscious professiona

BENEFITS & APPRECIA

TION:Competitive base salary and bonus opportun itiesPaid time off (three-week min imum)Medical, dental and vision starting da y one401(k) with employer matchPaid parental leaveChild and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $ 2500)Bundle of joy benefit (years’ worth of free diapers to all team members with a new baby)Tuition assis tanceWellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance pre

POSITION IMPACT

Opportunity to step into a challenging and rewarding role where your technical expertise and leadership will directly transform a facility’s future. If you are energized by turnaround work, hands-on problem solving, and leading teams through change, this role offers you the platform to leave a lasting

A DAY IN

THE LIFEReporting to the Factory Manager, this leader will be responsible for the overall leadership and supervision of the Operations and Technical Department and will manage a team of 5 mechanics. The role will have a key responsibility for leading the factory in developing and executing the preventive maintenance methodologies and company’s maintenance strategy implementati on plans. Lead the turnaround of daily plant operations, with a strong focus on technical performance, asset reliability, and e fficiency.Take ownership of resource allocation (equipment, people, systems, and materials) to meet and exceed operational targets safely, cost-effectively, and su stainably.Identify weaknesses in current processes and implement corrective actions that drive long-term stability and im provement.Develop strategies and visions that can achieve optimal results for the org anization.Drive accountability on the shop floor through daily reviews of production, maintenance, and quality targets—escalating and addressing variance s quickly.Manage, Coach and Mentor technical and operations staff, building a strong pipeline of future leaders while instilling a culture of discipline, urgency, and continuous im provement.Partner with maintenance and engineering teams to ensure preventive, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance programs are executed to maximi ze uptime.Prioritize, schedule, and ensure maintenance and repairs are completed to maximize efficiencyLead root-cause problem solving for breakdowns, implement sustainable fixes, and prevent repeat failures.Reinforce compliance with all 10 Lean manufacturing principles and food safety regulations, while raising the bar on product quality, safety, and housekeeping standards.Ensure internal and external regulations, procedures and policies are applied fairly and co nsistentlyDevelop and execute action plans that deliver measurable improvements in OEE, cost reduction, and workforce e ngagement.Collaborate cross-functionally with suppliers, internal customers, and support teams to drive alignment and accelerate plant

IDEAL PROFILE

IDEAL PROFILE7+ years of progressive TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP experience in manufacturing (food, beverage, or consumer goods preferred), including several years as leader of the MAINTENANCE FUNCTION or the FACTORY ENGINE ER in a plant.Proven success in plant turnarounds, maintenance, or operatio ns leadership.Demonstrated ability to manage and lead technical teams through cultural and operational change, delivering improved performance an d reliability.Strong command of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) / Maintenance Excellence programs, including Asset Management, FMEA, Breakdown Analysis, Reliability Centered Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance, and Preventiv e Maintenance.In-depth knowledge of TPM Pillar Systems and Tools Asset Management Software ( SAP Preferred)Proficient with advanced PM (predictive maintenance) optimization and tools/technologies (infrared, vibration, ultr asonic, etc.).A proven track record of driving operational stability in complex, underperforming environments.Resilient, action-oriented leadership style with the ability to rally teams, challenge the status quo, and de liver … nce stand ards. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Proc ess preferred). #J-18808-Ljbffr Plant Professionals