Senior Maintenance Manager

• 1st shift: 7 am – 4pm Candidate must be open to flexible shifts and overtime
• Candidate must be eligible to be employed for an indefinite duration without limitation

Note: MUST be legally authorized to work in the United States.

• We are seeking a dynamic and technically proficient Senior Maintenance & Plant Engineering Manager to lead our plant’s maintenance, reliability, and engineering operations. This hybrid role combines strategic oversight of maintenance programs with hands‑on plant engineering leadership to ensure optimal equipment performance, infrastructure integrity, and continuous improvement across all operational areas. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical knowledge, strong leadership, and a proven track record of driving sustainable improvements in a manufacturing environment

• Lead and develop a high-performing maintenance team, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and technical excellence
• Design and implement reliability‑centered maintenance (RCM) strategies to improve asset uptime and reduce unplanned downtime
• Oversee preventive, predictive, and condition‑based maintenance programs using CMMS and advanced diagnostic tools
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) to address chronic equipment issues
• Ensure all equipment and systems meet food safety, regulatory, and performance standards
• Develops department’s budgets. Implements and controls approved budgets
• Ensure a safe, efficient and effective use of all Client and other resources under his supervision
• Monitor subordinates for compliance to OSHA, EPA, FDA, and USDA regulations

• Provide engineering leadership for plant utilities, infrastructure, and equipment systems including HVAC, boilers, compressed air, and water treatment
• Lead the design, specification, and implementation of capital projects, ensuring alignment with safety, reliability, and operational goals
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate engineering solutions that improve process efficiency, energy usage, and equipment maintainability
• Manage engineering documentation, including P&IDs, equipment drawings, and utility schematics
• Ensure compliance with building codes, environmental regulations, and engineering standards

• Align maintenance and reliability goals with production, quality, safety, and training objectives
• Lead plant‑wide initiatives using Lean, TPM, and Six Sigma methodologies to improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
• Support capital project planning and execution, ensuring reliability and maintainability are integrated into design and implementation
• Champion autonomous maintenance and operator care programs to promote frontline ownership of equipment health

• Oversee maintenance planning and scheduling to ensure efficient execution of work with minimal production disruption
• Manage spare parts inventory, vendor relationships, and maintenance budgets to support proactive maintenance strategies
• Ensure CMMS data integrity and accurate documentation of maintenance procedures and reliability standards
• Monitor and report on maintenance KPIs, equipment reliability metrics, and audit readiness

• Develop and implement technical training programs for maintenance and operations personnel
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and proactive problem‑solving across all departments
• Lead staff development in troubleshooting, equipment onboarding, and reliability best practices

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in maintenance, reliability, or engineering leadership within a manufacturing environment (Food or Client experience preferred)
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and automation systems, as well as plant utilities and infrastructure
• Proven experience implementing RCM, TPM and other reliability frameworks
• Proficiency with CMMS/EAM platforms and reliability analytics tools
• Demonstrated success in capital planning, project management, and cross‑functional collaboration
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Is there a possibility this role will be extended? – Yes
• Is there a possibility this role will be converted to full time? – Yes

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are an organization that values diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including minorities and persons with disabilities.