Maintenance Manager II

The Maintenance Manager II serves as a subject matter expert and technical resource for projects requiring advanced maintenance and engineering knowledge. This role ensures plant equipment remains safe, reliable, and operational to minimize production downtime. The position coordinates maintenance activities performed by both internal maintenance teams and external contractors. Responsibilities also include oversight of laboratory and office equipment, building systems, parking lots, and facility grounds.

Working under limited supervision, the Maintenance Manager leads and coordinates activities of the maintenance department to support the design, development, improvement, testing, and operation of components and systems within the manufacturing operations.

Work Environment &

Schedule:

On-site at the Louisville 24/7 Manufacturing Plant. The role primarily works a Monday - Friday day-shift schedule, typically starting around 6 am to support shift handoff, and requires on-call availability to support nights, weekends, off-shift operations, and emergency maintenance needs as required.

• Lead, coach, develop, and evaluate the maintenance team, continuously assessing team performance and allocating resources to support schedule attainment and operational success.
• Provide direction for all maintenance activities, ensuring equipment, machinery, buildings, grounds, and electrical systems operate safely and reliably.
• Oversee project teams and maintenance activities related to new products, equipment installations, and other large-scale projects, ensuring work is completed on schedule and within budget.
• Partner with Quality, International Food Standard (IFS), and cross-functional teams to support production schedules, compliance requirements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive improvements in equipment reliability, operational efficiency, product quality, safety, capacity, and waste reduction.
• Promote a strong safety culture through audits, hazard identification, safe work practices, and compliance with OSHA, FDA, GMP, IFS, AIB, HACCP, and company requirements.
• Manage maintenance budgets, repair spending, capital projects, staffing levels, overtime, and operating costs.
• Support D.O.M.E. Pillars and Continuous Improvement teams to enhance plant performance and results.
• Foster an inclusive workplace where all team members are treated with respect and have equal opportunity to succeed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by plant leadership.

Below are the minimum qualifications to be a fit for this job.

• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required
• A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, industrial technology, or a similar discipline with 6 years of maintenance experience OR, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience managing, developing, and leading teams with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience within a manufacturing environment required, preferably in a food or a regulated industry.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects and priorities within structured time frames required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills essential

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed in a food manufacturing environment where employees are exposed to food allergens, including but not limited to nuts, coconuts, and other…