Asst Maintenance Manager

waynefarms; Enterprise (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start day 1

Job summary

Wayne Farms is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance team in a manufacturing facility. You will supervise staff, schedule repairs and PMs, and ensure reliable equipment operation while controlling costs and maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Under the Maintenance Manager, you will drive root-cause analysis, manage budgets, and mentor staff to develop a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in a maintenance leadership role in manufacturing.
• Experience in scheduling and planning maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of refrigeration/freezing systems, boilers, HVAC, PLC controls.
• Strong communication skills in English and with internal/external customers.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements in food manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Maintenance Manager with scheduling repairs, PMs, installation and repair of equipment and grounds upkeep.
• Supervise maintenance staff to minimize downtime, costs, and maximize accountability and efficiency.
• Conduct root cause analysis of equipment failure and implement long-term fixes.
• Manage department budget within approved limits and seek cost-saving methods.
• Prioritize requests based on urgency and resource availability.
• Inspect equipment and recommend upgrades to improve reliability.
• Ensure maintenance records are accurate and up-to-date.
• Mentor and train staff; administer performance feedback and development.
• Promote safety programs to help maintain a zero accident culture.
• Perform additional relevant duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Scheduling/planning

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Food manufacturing

Industrial controls

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Under the guidance of the Maintenance Manager, manages the maintenance function, supervises employees, and maintains the upkeep of the facility and grounds. This role assists with continuous improvement in cost, quality, service, and asset utilization while remaining compliant with company policies and procedures and regulatory, Federal, and State guidelines, regulations, and laws, by providing direction and insight to management.

Shift Schedule

• 2nd Shift: 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with rotating Saturdays

Benefits

• Available starting Day 1 of employment

Responsibility and Tasks

• Assists the Maintenance manager with all maintenance functions (i.e., scheduling repairs, PM's, installation and repair of equipment, facility and grounds upkeep, etc.)
• Supervise the maintenance department staff in the day-to-day operations to ensure minimal equipment downtime, costs, and optimal accountability, productivity, and efficiency
• Conduct root cause analysis of equipment failure, devise and implement a long-term fix
• Manage the department budget within approved limits, monitor and recommend cost-saving and standardization methods; implement
• Review requests for maintenance and prioritize repairs based on urgency and availability of resources
• Inspect equipment to identify current and potential maintenance needs; recommend equipment upgrade or modification to improve performance or reliability
• Ensure equipment maintenance records are accurate and up-to-date
• Mentor, coach, and train/ cross-train employees, encouraging career development; provide consistent feedback concerning strengths and areas in need of improvement
• Administer performance improvement plans and disciplinary actions on a fair and consistent basis
• Follow and promote all safety initiatives, ensuring training is completed as required and on time, helping to maintain a zero accident culture
• Perform additional relevant duties as assigned

Supervisor Responsibilities

• This role is a Leader of People role with required competencies: Sizing up People, Delegation, Planning, Customer Focus, and Conflict Management.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution
• A combination of education and experience may be substituted for a degree

Experience and Skills

• Minimum five (5) years' experience in a maintenance leadership role in a manufacturing environment; food manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in scheduling/planning
• Thorough understanding of required support for maintaining utility function (i.e. refrigeration/freezing systems, boilers, HVAC, PLC controls, etc.)
• Demonstrated knowledge of conflict resolution and the ability to confront and resolve issues efficiently and effectively; knowledge of timekeeping requirements and policy adherence preferred
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements surrounding food manufacture
• Intermediate computer ( i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.) and math skills
• Must have exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively communicate in English and communicate with internal and external customers in a timely and professional manner
• Self-starter who demonstrates strong initiative and a sense of urgency, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must possess a strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level, and a strong sense of urgency

Safety Requirements

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required
• Read and understand MSDS sheets
• Maintain updated knowledge and training/ certification on relevant safety topics
• May be required to enter a confined space

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work non-standard hours (holidays, weekends, off shift) as required
• Ability to lift 50 lbs; occasionally required to lift overhead
• Ability to traverse an outside environment (including inclement weather conditions) daily
• Must have the ability to work in high altitudes, elevated areas, and/or enclosed spaces as needed
• Subject to cold, wet, and/or dusty and hot environments
• May be exposed to loud equipment with noise over 85 decibels, requiring hearing protection
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stand, and walk for the required shift

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.