Maintenance Operations Manager Salinas, CA

Maintenance Operations Manager

Robert Half is seeking a skilled Maintenance Operations Manager.

In this role you will oversee maintenance and operations for industrial equipment and refrigeration systems at several facilities.

The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting operational reliability, leading technical staff, and upholding regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct daily maintenance and operation of complex refrigeration systems, ensuring reliability and peak efficiency across multiple locations.
• Establish and manage proactive maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and streamline processes.
• Lead, coach, and evaluate maintenance staff to foster skill growth and ensure compliance with organizational standards and procedures.
• Maintain all required documentation and reporting for local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
• Diagnose and repair industrial refrigeration and a variety of production equipment, providing hands-on technical guidance as needed.
• Oversee machinery such as baggers, optical sorters, box erectors, welders, and conveyor systems.
• Carry out welding, fabrication, and other technical projects to support equipment performance and safety.
• Maintain an organized inventory system to track parts, tools, and supplies required for maintenance operations.
• Identify and implement opportunities for energy conservation and sustainability within the facilities.
• Monitor repair and maintenance budgets, control costs, and introduce efficiency improvements as appropriate.