Maintenance Manager

About Innovative Labs
We are a leading maker of liquid dietary supplements, known for our innovation, strong R&D, and focus on quality. With our in-house team, we create custom liquid products for top wellness, nutraceutical, and food brands.

At Innovative Labs, we believe in teamwork and creativity. For over 15 years, we've helped brands bring new ideas to life with high-quality liquids, gels, purees, pastes, oils, and emulsions. Our modern facilities and dedicated team work together to make products that matter.

Here, you'll grow, learn, and be part of a team that's always improving and moving forward.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Your Work Matters: Support the Brands People Use Every Day
• Collaborate & Create: Join a team that values fresh ideas, open communication, and teamwork
• Grow Your Career: We encourage curiosity, learning, and stepping up to new challenges
• Supportive Culture: Thrive in a workplace that values your contributions and well-being

About the Job

As our Maintenance Manager, you'll keep the plant running by leading the maintenance team and the work that keeps our production equipment reliable-repairs, upgrades, installations, and preventive maintenance. From batching and packaging to process equipment, you'll make sure our lines are ready, safe, and performing, while coaching your technicians and partnering with engineering to keep improving how we work.

What You'll Do

This role blends hands-on, day-to-day leadership (about 70% of the job) with strategic planning and improvement (about 30%).

• Lead the maintenance team day to day-setting schedules, prioritizing tasks, and building a positive, collaborative crew
• Oversee repairs and preventive maintenance (PM) on production equipment, including batching, packaging, and process lines
• Keep line-monitoring sensors (RedZone) working and respond quickly to equipment downtime
• Keep PM schedules current and compliant in our maintenance system (Fiix)
• Manage the MRO stockroom to support PM and repair work-keeping costs down while providing the highest level of service to operations
• Ensure idle equipment stays ready to run, and support process-improvement projects
• Support food-safety programs, including HACCP implementation and the SQF code
• Coach technicians through regular 1:1s, constructive feedback, training plans, and clear goals
• Partner with engineering and manufacturing to improve line efficiency, PM programs, and equipment reliability (MTBF)
• Build a comprehensive spare-parts list and help develop spare-parts budgets with the Director of Engineering & Maintenance
• Report on maintenance KPIs

What Makes You a Great Fit

• A high school diploma or GED
• 3-5 years of related maintenance experience
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Excellent verbal and written communication, plus strong interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working independently while also welcoming direction on assignments
• A collaborative approach with your team and the broader operations group
• Comfortable in a manufacturing environment-mostly office-based, with time on the floor where PPE such as safety glasses and hearing protection is required, and able to occasionally lift or move up to 50-75 lbs

The Perks of Joining Our Team

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage-plus a few weeks of paid parental leave when it matters most
• Paid time off and holidays to help you unwind and recharge
• Real opportunities to grow your skills and make an impact as we evolve
• A collaborative team that's adaptable, supportive, and driven to succeed together
• A 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions to help you build your future

Ready to innovate with us?
Apply now and let's build the future together!