Dairy Plant Maintenance Manager: Automation & Reliability

kemps

Wisconsin

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Kemps, a dairy producer, seeks a hands-on Maintenance Manager at its Cedarburg, Wisconsin facility. You will partner with the Plant Engineer to drive safety, reliability, automation, and continuous improvement for plant performance and product quality.

Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Engineering, you will lead a skilled maintenance team and leverage technology, preventive maintenance, and MOS-aligned strategies to maximize equipment effectiveness and operational excellence.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of maintenance leadership experience in dairy manufacturing.
3+ years of supervisory experience leading maintenance technicians.
Strong knowledge of industrial mechanical and electrical systems, including PLC troubleshooting and automation.
Experience with CMMS, preventive maintenance programs, and equipment reliability strategies.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and maintenance management software.
Proven ability to lead change and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a unionized maintenance team to support safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations.
Manage preventive maintenance programs and asset reliability through CMMS utilization.
Drive Continuous Improvement initiatives and align maintenance activities with the MOS.
Maintain and troubleshoot production equipment, HVAC systems, boilers, utility systems, and 480V three-phase motor controls.
Support and optimize automation systems, PLCs, and plant control technologies.
Monitor maintenance KPIs and implement corrective actions to improve equipment reliability and OEE.
Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, food safety standards, and applicable industry codes.
Support capital projects and maintenance programs that improve safety, quality, and productivity.