Maintenance Manager

At Circle U Foods, we’re passionate about delivering high-quality products and outstanding service. Our mission is simple: exceed expectations through innovation, efficiency, and a commitment to food safety.

We’re proud of our inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and empowers our team to thrive. We strive to create an environment that drives accountability and continuous improvement.

With a focus on safety, transparency, and ethical practices, we partner with our customers and stakeholders to build lasting value. Circle U Foods is more than a business—we’re a family dedicated to making a positive impact in our industry and community.

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing all installation, repair, and maintenance operations for our facility’s equipment and infrastructure. This role involves ensuring the reliability and functionality of machinery, implementing preventive maintenance programs, and managing repair activities to minimize downtime. Key responsibilities include developing and enforcing maintenance procedures, coordinating with production and quality teams, and leading continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and safety.

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, hands-on experience with food manufacturing equipment, and the ability to effectively manage a team in a fast-paced environment.

• Oversee all production equipment, facility infrastructure, and project management.
• Ensure proper maintenance, repair, and continuous operation of facility and production equipment.
• Make recommendations for equipment modifications, repairs, and new installations to improve operational efficiency.
• Conduct general facility maintenance, including tasks like changing air filters and replacing door handles.

• Develop and review daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance schedules.
• Assign tasks to the team, monitor task completion, and ensure adherence to the maintenance schedule.
• Conduct maintenance planning meetings to align on priorities and address any scheduling challenges.
• Provide coverage for technicians when necessary to ensure ongoing maintenance support.

• Lead and train team members in continuous improvement processes and tools focused on reliability and maintenance.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, maintaining a proactive approach to equipment reliability and efficiency.

• Read product manuals and apply technical knowledge to repair and maintain equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical breakdowns, perform root cause analysis, and address issues promptly.
• Proficient in:
  Reading mechanical drawings, including hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Electrical schematics up to 480V 3-phase troubleshooting and wiring.
• PLC troubleshooting and program understanding.
• Working with mechanical systems (gearboxes, chains, sprockets, motors, seals, bearings) and sanitary pumps.
• Operating and maintaining forklifts and air compressors.
• Troubleshooting conveyors, palletizing equipment, and case packers as needed.

• Adhere to all safety regulations and ensure clean, orderly work areas in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Implement and monitor Preventative Predictive Maintenance (PPM) work orders, auditing completed work to ensure quality.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and quality control standards as mandated for equipment installation, modification, testing, inspection, and maintenance.

• Direct mechanics in executing approved maintenance work, overseeing quality, cost, duration, and thoroughness.
• Communicate effectively, demonstrating attention to detail and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Maintain a positive attitude while managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

Work involves daily exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, and/or noise. Daily exposure to physical risks, such as working around mechanical equipment, forklifts and…