Site Maintenance Manager

General:

The site maintenance manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the maintenance department and team to manage & maintain equipment & facility needs to meet / exceed production goals.  The role develops/ leads the maintenance discipline including – mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, & wastewater areas. The maintenance department consists of 2 - 3 salaried and 30-40 hourly employees within a poultry processing facility of 350 employees. The position reports to the plant manager w/ primary work schedule of M-F, day shift, with flexibility to work weekends, early shift, and overtime as needed.  

Responsibilities for Maintenance Manager

• Manage the leadership of multi-craft maintenance, refrigeration, and wastewater areas
• Drive the maintenance and reliability initiative with focus on Preventive, Predictive Maintenance & management of maintenance work order system
• Invest time on operations / shop floor to ensure all department workers adhere to safe work practices, policies, & procedures and commit to a high standard of cleaning, housekeeping, & organizing work & storage areas
• Exercise solid knowledge and familiarity with facility’s blueprints and schematics of utilities, machinery, and equipment to efficiently analyze & troubleshoot issues/concerns
• Work w/purchasing, accounting, & vendors, to secure, track, & maintain parts inventory for facility assets
• Execute performance management and skills development for direct reports and entire maintenance team.
• Secure and/or conduct training, one-on-one meetings & knowledge share sessions for development of personnel
• Oversee and coordinate work with outside vendor resources and provide project management guidance
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and promote a safe work environment for self and staff.
• Work a flexible schedule; creatively schedule team resources for work load balance to meet business needs
• Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field (Min.) OR equivalent leadership experience;

Experience:

• Min. of 5 years in leadership / supervisory role, in maintenance or engineering management supporting maintenance in manufacturing operation

• Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems

Skills/Abilities/Attributes:

• 5+ years maintenance or engineering leadership experience
• Strong understanding of the technical features of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry systems
• Effective people manager w/ excellent interpersonal skills & ability to work w/ all levels of organization
• Creative, dedicated problem-solver & team player; Able to lead & work in fast-paced environment
• Proficient with MS Office suite

Physical Requirements:

• Lift / move up to 40 lbs.; occasionally 50 lbs.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, stoop for prolong periods
• Work safely in hot, cold, wet environment e.g.