Maintenance Manager

The Maintenance Manager, reporting to the Production Director, is responsible for overseeing all plant maintenance and capital activities at the Fridley site. This role involves leading the maintenance team in fostering a culture of Safety, Continuous Improvement, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). The successful candidate will collaborate with peers and global leaders to implement systems for top-notch manufacturing performance.

Responsibilities

• :Maintenance Leadership & Safet
• yDrive safety compliance and continuous improvement efforts
• .Provide hands-on support in mechanical and electrical repairs
• .Mentor and develop maintenance personnel
• .Operations Support & Systems Managemen
• tUtilize management systems for maintenance performance tracking
• .Establish standards of work to ensure quality production
• .Manage Preventive Maintenance strategies and budgets
• .Capital & Continuous Improvemen
• tLead site capital projects and process improvement initiatives
• .Embed best practices into plant systems
• .People & Team Developmen
• tFoster a culture of high engagement and continuous improvement
• .Develop and maintain a high-performing maintenance team

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Requirement

• s:Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field or equivalent experienc
• e.3-5 years of maintenance management, reliability, or project leadership experienc
• e.Demonstrated ability to drive change in a manufacturing environmen
• t.Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP system
• s.Strong analytical and problem-solving skill
• s.Excellent communication and conflict resolution skill
• s.Fluency in Englis

h.Preferred Qualification

• s:B.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineerin
• g.Experience in Process Safety Managemen
• t.Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologie

s.Physical Demand

• s:Frequent physical activity in a manufacturing settin
• g.Ability to lift heavy objects and work around machinery and chemical
• s.Occasional travel may be require