Maintenance Manager

Job Title: Maintenance ManagerReports to: VA Plant Manager and Head of Facilities and EngineeringLocation: Stafford, VAJob Type: Full-time/Exempt Business Hours: M-F 8:30 AM - 5:00 PMSalary Range: $100,000 - 130,000About the Company:Warabeya North America is a leading food manufacturer specializing in high-quality fresh and ready-to-eat food products. As part of the global Warabeya Nichiyo Group headquartered in Japan, we are dedicated with years of food innovation with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Our North American operations are growing, offering a collaborative, fast-paced environment where employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact and growth together with the company.Position Summary: Maintenance Manager provides leadership and direction to the plant maintenance department at our VA facility. Responsible for overseeing plant maintenance operations, including facilities, utilities, and equipment, to minimize downtime and ensure peak operational efficiency.Key Responsibilities: Responsible for repair, maintenance, and installation of electrical components, machines, tools, and equipment in manufacturing operationsEliminate all causes of failure and ensure full useful life in coordination with daily maintenanceSchedule repair, maintenance, and installation of equipment to ensure continuous production operationsInspect operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standardsReview production, quality, and maintenance reports and statistics to plan and modify maintenance activitiesUtilize OEE tracking system to establish a proactive strategy to reduce downtimeManage activities within the OEE software system by assigning task ownership across the department and ensuring completion of all assigned actionsPrepare and operate within established maintenance operating budget and monitor departmental expendituresDirect plant capital spends and projects to completion and coordinate with appropriate vendorsAssist with planning and cost estimates for annual and long-term capital budgetsLead the Maintenance Systems team to include motivation, training, performance, and developmentResponsible for all maintenance department metricsLead, manage and direct all activities for Planned Maintenance PillarMaintain complete equipment maintenance records and Preventative Maintenance (PM) schedulesAssess and recommend Preventative Maintenance enhancements to new or existing PM schedulesDirect all aspects of building operations including maintenance, repairs, and renovations.Supervise the completion of work through review of reports, frequent site inspections and conferences with operations and vendors regarding electrical & plumbing equipment, HVAC systems, electric motors, ventilating fans, air conditioning, and electrical control unitsEstablish criteria for assessing the quality of work performed by associates and contractorsInvestigate the condition of the buildings, equipment, and grounds, and recommend improvements in the facilities to ensure that needs are metPromote safety throughout the entire maintenance organizationAssess current Maintenance team and train, guide them along with restructuring the team based on business needsEnsure building and equipment meet OSHA and State regulatory requirementsAdditional Responsibilities:Support VA plant manager and Head of Facilities and EngineeringPerform other duties as assignedThe Company reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and responsibilities of this role as needed to meet business requirements.Qualifications:RequiredBachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field, or at least eight years of related experience and/or training in the food or food-related industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience5+ years of hands-on engineering experience in a manufacturing environmentEnglish proficiency in both oral and writtenProficiency in computer software applications such as CAD, ERP and MS officeKnowledge of and experience with PLCs and logic controls for high-speed operating equipmentKnowledge of project management principles to plan, coordinate, and deliver work effectively using structured methodologiesKnowledge and experience of HACCPStrong leadership skills to lead team and motivate employeesAbility to repair downed equipment in a fast-paced and time-critical environmentAbility to interact with all levels of the organizationComplex problem identification and resolution skillsActively listens and communicates clearly and effectively in both verbal and written forms, adapting to the audience as neededExcellent administrative, organizational, and follow-up skills to ensure successful execution of programs and initiativesKnowledge of local, state, federal laws, regulations, and requirements related to maintenance operations, workplace safety, and environmental complianceExcellent problem-solving skillsAbility to work flexible schedules, including shift assignments, department rotations, overtime, travel, and schedule changes as needed to support business and production demandsAbility to work onsite (remote work is not permitted)Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis at the time the employment begins and must not require sponsorship for employment visa status. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization.Preferred5+ years of experience in a food plant maintenance leadership roleProfessional Engineers license or Engineer-in-Training licenseOSHA 10/30 certificationHVAC licenseKnowledge and experience of USDA and FDAKnowledge and experience of GMP knowledgeKnowledge of basic accountingWork Environment and Workplace:Work is primarily performed in an indoor environment, including office, manufacturing, and warehouse settingsThe role may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, regular exposure to conditions such as hot and cold temperatures, humidity, and confined spaces depending on job dutiesThe noise level in the work environment is typically moderate to highThe work environments may include exposure to food ingredients and cleaning agentsPhysical Requirement: To successfully perform the essential functions of this role, the employee must be able to:Must be able to remain in a stationary position and/or move for extended periodsPerform repetitive hand and arm movements to operate food processing, packaging, or sanitation equipmentLift, transport, maneuver materials, or equipment weighing up to approximately 50 poundsBend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach frequently to access materials, equipment, and work areasMaintain visual acuity to read labels, monitors, safety indicators, and production instructionsSafely operate motorized vehicles or equipment within the facility as neededCommunicate effectively using speech, written language, hearing, and visual observation in person, by phone, and via virtual platformsTravel Requirements:This position requires domestic travel (including by air and car)Benefits:401(k), 401(k) matchingDental/Medical, Vision insurance - 100% paid employee's premiumLife InsurancePaid Time Off