Maintenance ​/ Engineering Manager (1146053

Location: Springdale, OH

Salary: $ USD Annually - $ USD Annually

Description: The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing maintenance operations, reliability programs, and process optimization across multiple bakery facilities with sheeting and dividing lines. This is a hands-on, multi-site leadership role focused on maximizing equipment uptime, maintaining facility infrastructure, and driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality.

• Oversee all aspects of maintenance activities across multiple bakery facilities.
• Lead, train, and develop maintenance teams to ensure effective scheduling, troubleshooting, and timely work order completion.
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Ensure all equipment, including sheeters, dividers, mixers, proofers, and ovens, operates safely and efficiently.
• Analyze downtime trends and reliability metrics (MTBF, MTTR) to identify and correct recurring issues.
• Manage CMMS utilization and ensure accurate maintenance records and reporting.

• Champion continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Facilitate Kaizen events and process improvement workshops with cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to streamline processes and eliminate waste.
• Track and report performance metrics (OEE, yield, and energy efficiency) to monitor and sustain improvements.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and proactive problem-solving.

• Oversee maintenance of facility systems including HVAC, refrigeration, compressed air, water, plumbing, electrical, and general building infrastructure.
• Coordinate and manage facility upgrades, renovations, and compliance projects.
• Partner with vendors and contractors for specialized repairs and major installations.
• Ensure all maintenance and facility activities comply with safety, food safety, and environmental regulations.

• Plan, manage, and execute capital improvement projects, equipment installations, and upgrades.
• Develop maintenance and facility budgets, monitor spending, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage spare parts inventory and procurement processes to support equipment reliability.
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations for leadership review.

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to OSHA, EPA, and company safety standards.
• Partner with Quality Assurance and Sanitation teams to maintain GMP and SQF compliance.
• Participate in internal and external audits, providing maintenance and facility documentation as required.
• Ensure proper lockout/tagout, confined space, and hazardous material procedures are consistently followed.

• Serve as the technical and leadership resource across all company sites.
• Build strong partnerships with production, engineering, and quality teams to ensure alignment of maintenance and CI objectives.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback to site maintenance leaders.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders and corporate leadership regarding priorities, progress, and risks.
• Support multi-site coordination by sharing best practices and standardizing processes where applicable.

• 7+ years of progressive maintenance leadership experience in bakery or food manufacturing, preferably in multi-site operations.
• Hands-on technical expertise with bakery processing equipment such as sheeters, dividers, mixers, proofers, and conveyors.
• Strong working knowledge of ingredient distribution systems, mechanical and electrical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and refrigeration (CO2 or ammonia preferred).
• Proven experience in implementing and sustaining Continuous Improvement programs.
• Demonstrated success improving equipment reliability, reducing downtime, and increasing OEE.
• Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with CMMS, Microsoft Office, and maintenance data analysis tools.
• In-depth understanding of safety, food safety, and environmental compliance standards.
• Ability to travel regularly between sites.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related discipline preferred; equivalent experience accepted.
• Certifications such as CMRP, PMP, Lean, or Six Sigma are preferred and highly valued.