Maintenance Manager at EDI Specialists, Inc.

Maintenance Manager Food Manufacturing Facility Overview: We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead all aspects of maintenance, repair, and continuous improvement for a large-scale food manufacturing facility. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to drive efficiency while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities: Facility Maintenance & Operations: Oversee maintenance, repair, and upgrades of facility systems and equipment. Manage vendor relationships and control costs. Team Leadership & Development: Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of direct and indirect maintenance personnel to ensure operational excellence. Budget & Performance Management: Monitor and meet maintenance-related metrics, including cost and budget adherence. Compliance & Safety: Implement and enforce safety programs, ensuring compliance with USDA, HACCP, and other relevant regulatory standards. Project Oversight: Manage major rebuilds and coordinate with vendors for effective execution of maintenance projects. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Maintenance, Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience). 7+ years of progressive maintenance management experience in a manufacturing environment (food processing preferred). Proven experience managing a shift or entire maintenance operation. Strong financial acumen with experience in maintenance cost analysis. In-depth knowledge of HACCP, USDA sanitation, and pre-operation guidelines. 1-3 years of refrigeration and electrical systems experience. Skills & Certifications (Required): Experience managing staff (Direct and Indirect). Master-level practical knowledge of general maintenance: welding, pneumatics, wiring, motor controls, PLCs. Must be hands-on and able to mentor and train staff on the plant floor. Candidate Profile: Core competencies: honesty & integrity, effective communication, adaptability, team building, results-driven Must be comfortable being on the plant floor, teaching, observing, and mentoring