Maintenance Manager

Maintenance ManagerOversee the installation, repairs, and improvements of the production lines, plant equipment and the building.Hourly wage $30-35/hour Mon-Fri 7am-3:30pmKey ResponsibilitiesPlant Maintenance: Directing daily maintenance activities, including both reactive (emergency repairs) and proactive (preventive maintenance) tasks.Team Leadership: Hire, train, supervise, and mentor maintenance staff to ensure high-quality, safe, and efficient repairs.Safety & Compliance: Ensure all maintenance activities comply with health, safety (e.g., OSHA), environmental regulations and building codes.Technical Troubleshooting: Diagnosing complex mechanical or electrical malfunctions and coordinating major machine repairs.Budget & Spare Parts: Plan and manage the maintenance budget, including ordering parts, tools, and supplies, and optimizing maintenance costs. Keep an organized inventory of critical spare parts.Contractor Oversight: Coordinating external contractors and negotiating contracts with external vendors for building maintenance.Reporting & Coordination: Reports to the Plant Manager. Must communicate clearly and coordinate with the production supervisors to schedule repairs on equipment.Key Skills and QualificationsEducation: Relevant technical degree or a degree in Engineering/Facility Management.Experience: 5+ years in maintenance or engineering, with at least 2–3 years in a leadership or supervisory role. Must be familiar with mixers, extruders and cryogenic grinding.Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of industrial electrical/mechanical systems and facility maintenance.Hard Skills: Proficiency in electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems; ability to read blueprints and technical manuals.Soft Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.Excellent decision-making skills and ability to manage a diverse team and collaborate with other departments.