Manager Maintenance II-1st Shift- Green Forest Par-Fry Plant

Job Details:
The Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing all maintenance and refrigeration operations to ensure the safe, reliable, and cost‑effective performance of processing equipment and facility systems. This role directs the planning, scheduling, and execution of preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities while driving operational excellence, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Maintenance Manager provides leadership and support to maintenance supervisors and technicians, coordinates with contractors, vendors, and engineering teams on equipment installations and modifications, and resolves complex technical issues involving processing systems and equipment.

This position also oversees highly automated manufacturing systems, including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and integrated control systems. Additional responsibilities include managing maintenance training and development programs, assisting with budget preparation and cost control, coordinating work schedules, ensuring the availability and maintenance of critical spare parts and assets, and providing data‑driven recommendations to support business decisions. The Maintenance Manager may perform other duties as assigned to support operational needs.

• Lead and supervise maintenance supervisors, technicians, and refrigeration personnel to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Develop and execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.
• Plan, prioritize, and oversee maintenance projects, equipment installations, modifications, and system upgrades.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, refrigeration, automation, and process‑related issues.
• Manage and maintain highly automated systems, including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and related industrial controls.
• Partner with engineering, contractors, and vendors to implement capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Administer and continuously improve maintenance training and development programs for team members.
• Assist in developing, monitoring, and managing departmental budgets and maintenance expenditures.
• Ensure adequate inventory levels of spare parts, tools, and critical assets to support maintenance operations.
• Analyze maintenance metrics and operational data to drive informed decision‑making and improve performance.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, regulatory requirements, and food safety standards.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, technical training, and relevant experience will be considered.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in maintenance within a manufacturing, food processing, or industrial environment.
• Experience:
  
  Managing maintenance teams, projects, and automated production systems.
• Experience:
  
  Demonstrated success in improving equipment reliability and maintenance performance.

• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, refrigeration, and automation systems.
• Experience with PLC programming/troubleshooting, HMIs, robotics, and industrial control systems.
• Proficiency in maintenance management systems (CMMS) and Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop teams.
• Ability to provide clear direction, manage multiple priorities, and influence positive outcomes across departments.