Asst Maintenance Manager

Sanderson Farms, Inc.; Enterprise (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits available Day 1

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is seeking an Assistant Maintenance Manager in Enterprise, AL for 2nd shift. You will support the Maintenance Manager, supervise staff, and drive continuous improvement in equipment reliability and cost control.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least five years in maintenance leadership within manufacturing. Strong communication and safety focus are essential for success.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist Maintenance manager with scheduling repairs and PMs.
• Supervise maintenance staff to minimize downtime and optimize productivity.
• Conduct root cause analysis of equipment failure and implement long-term fixes.
• Manage department budget and monitor cost-saving methods.
• Review maintenance requests and prioritize repairs by urgency and resources.
• Inspect equipment and recommend upgrades for reliability.
• Mentor and train employees; provide regular feedback.
• Follow safety initiatives and ensure PPE use and compliance.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Scheduling & planning

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PLC controls

Job description

Asst Maintenance Manager# Careers## Asst Maintenance ManagerApply: Alabama - Enterprise Plant: Full time: Posted Yesterday: 2026-69924**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**RESPONSIBILITIES 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.### About UsA career that makes an amazing difference starts at **Wayne-Sanderson Farms**. Formed from two leading poultry companies with humble roots in farm supply and feed manufacturing, **Wayne-Sanderson Farms** is built on over a century’s worth of industry expertise and excellence in operation.Our family at **Wayne-Sanderson Farms** is now more than 26,000 team members and over 2,000 family farmers strong, and still growing as the nation’s third largest poultry producer. By starting your career with a leader in the industry, you can develop your skills in a wide variety of operations while enjoying unique benefits such as our professional development opportunities.Make an impact on a global scale by feeding a growing world with **Wayne-Sanderson Farms** by applying online today.