Maintenance Manager

Seneca Foods

$90K — $100K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-10 years of maintenance experience with leadership abilities.
  • Advanced mechanical skills with experience in maintenance management preferred.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Deep understanding of OSHA and EPA regulations related to plant operations.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook; bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
  • Knowledge of various building systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) and troubleshooting skills.
  • Certifications in advanced technical skills (e.g., boiler operation, welding) are advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage maintenance schedules and assign daily tasks for the team.
  • Implement a preventative maintenance program for all equipment and facilities.
  • Assist in hiring and training new maintenance staff to ensure safety compliance.
  • Ensure adherence to all safety standards, including OSHA and Seneca regulations.
  • Collaborate with Plant Manager to manage departmental budgets and maintenance activities.
  • Coordinate with outside contractors to ensure compliance with project specifications.
  • Maintain inventory of parts and supplies to support production needs.

Benefits

  • Participation in the SAVES program for operational excellence.
  • Opportunity for growth and advancement within the company.
Full Job Description
The Maintenance Manager will oversee all physical aspects of the plant including service of electrical and mechanical systems; maintenance of production equipment, physical plant, utilities, and grounds, as well as, compliance with applicable company, state and/or local policies and regulations. Responsibilities: • Assists with developing and managing schedules for maintenance employees and coordinating daily work assignments for the maintenance group. Evaluates work to ensure it meets production, quality, and safety requirements. • Implements and manages a robust preventative maintenance program for all production machinery, equipment, and plant facilities. • Assists with hiring and training new maintenance staff, and ensuring existing staff has up to date training to meet safety standards. • Works with maintenance group to ensure compliance with all Seneca and OSHA safety standards. • Work with Plant Manager and Plant Superintendent to manage departmental budgets, to include UPM and capital projects. • Work closely with Plant Manager and Plant Superintendent to identify and problem solve maintenance or equipment issues and plan maintenance activities to accommodate production needs where possible. • Coordinates work to be done by outside contractors and/or vendors and manages various projects to ensure work is done according to production, quality, and safety specifications, to meet deadlines, and ensure projects are within budget. • Manages the procurement of parts and supplies to maintain inventory to meet seasonal production needs as well as off season rebuild needs and meet annual budgets. • Ensure maintenance department maintains good housekeeping of work areas, as well as maintenance shops and maintenance storage areas. • Actively support and participate in SAVES program. • Other duties as assigned or required by management. Qualifications: • Superior leadership and management skills with proven ability to lead and coordinate employees, teams, and departments with different skills and backgrounds with a minimum of 5-10 years of maintenance experience. • Advanced level mechanical skills, understanding and knowledge and a minimum of 5-10 years of experience in maintenance, previous supervisory or management skills preferred. • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. • Thorough understanding of OSHA and EPA regulations as they pertain to plant operations and maintenance. • Able to multi-task, prioritize tasks, and delegate tasks, when appropriate, to a maintenance team based on their skills and abilities. • Extensive knowledge of building systems such as plumbing, electrical, boilers, and HVAC. • Mechanical skills and understanding to analyze and problem solve mechanical issues or mechanical performance at a high level. • Ability to proactively identify issues, understand equipment and actively use a preventative maintenance program to plan work schedules, budgets, and project timelines to meet seasonal production operational needs. • At a minimum, must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. • Good written and oral communication skills, bilingual speaking (English & Spanish) ability a plus • Previous documented training or certifications in advanced mechanical/technical skills beneficial, i.e.: boiler operation, welding, electrical, plumbing/pipe fitting, etc. Salary based on experience, skills and abilities 90K-100K

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