Maintenance Manager

Overview

Salary: $100,000 - $145,000
Location: Louisville, Kentucky

A leading Food and Beverage manufacturing organization committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement is seeking a Plant Maintenance Manager to lead its maintenance department. This hands-on role requires strong technical expertise, proven management experience, and a passion for driving reliability and efficiency in a fast-paced production environment.

• Execute plant vision and mission to ensure alignment with corporate objectives and continuous improvement.
• Lead maintenance team leaders and hourly associates to achieve goals in safety, quality, cost, and customer service.
• Provide technical support for troubleshooting and repairs to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
• Implement and maintain preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Manage departmental budgets and control costs within established guidelines.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels for replacement parts.
• Oversee building and grounds maintenance to ensure GMP compliance and professional standards.
• Conduct root cause analysis to resolve recurring downtime and inefficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive employee engagement, training, and development to enhance team performance.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance on employee relations and budget planning.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are performed safely and meet quality standards.

• 7-10 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3-5 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, Manufacturing, or related field (or equivalent experience) highly preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems; PLC experience is a plus.
• Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Proficiency in computer applications and business software.
• Solid communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, any protected status, or any disability.