Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager

Our Willmar, MN food manufacturing client is looking to hire a Maintenance Manager. The Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading the entire maintenance team and managing all building and equipment maintenance programs including preventive maintenance as well as installing, inspecting, diagnosing. Additionally, the Maintenance Manager will ensure all equipment and buildings are in top operating condition so that the plant is operating in the most efficient and effective manner. This is an excellent opportunity for an organized and systematic individual who thrives in a nimble, fast-paced environment and wants to lead an entire department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Schedule, supervise and perform maintenance activities on building, grounds and all equipment as needed.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and organize storage area.
• Develop work order program to determine priority of maintenance workflow. Schedule and assign projects to maintenance mechanics or outside contractors as appropriate
• Follow up to ensure projects are successfully completed.
• Develop, implement and monitor accurate Preventive Maintenance Program throughout the plant.
• Meet with the Plant Manager on a weekly basis and provide a status update on projects, continuous improvement initiatives, department budget, downtime, safety, and overall department performance.
• Managing maintenance expenses (in real time) to eliminate budget overruns.
• Communicate the weekly staffing/coverage schedule with the Plant Manager and peers, including established coverage plans during your absence.
• Coordinate with other functional areas to identify and solve problems, improving plant productivity.
• Implement safety and regulatory programs.
• Recruit, direct, coach, and lead all maintenance personnel constantly raising the standard of performance.
• Create team-based environment through regular employee meetings encouraging open communication and seeking input regarding operations, safety and quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with all company, state and federal safety and regulatory policies and practices.
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities as needed.

Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 5-10 years previous industrial maintenance management experience preferably in food grade manufacturing operation.
• 5+ years of previous supervisory experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional project management, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong knowledge of computer software applications.
• Be on call for issues that arise outside of normal working hours.
• A team player who wants to contribute to a thriving culture.