Facilities Maintenance and Food Manager

Onward Technologies Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding opportunity awaits as a Facility Maintenance and Food Manager in a successful company located in Chicago. In this direct hire position, you will manage skilled employees to ensure the efficient operation of facility systems, including refrigeration and safety management. Your leadership will be crucial in developing policies, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Join a well-established firm that values your expertise and offers a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact on operational success.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in maintenance management, preferably in food or regulated industries.
• Expertise in plant equipment including ammonia refrigeration and HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance staff and oversee maintenance policies and procedures.
• Lead safety and environmental risk management activities.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with other departments.

Skills

Maintenance Management

Ammonia Refrigeration

HVAC Systems

Safety Regulations

Analytical Tools

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Equivalent Experience

Job description

Title

Facility Maintenance and Food Manager

Location

Chicago, Illinois

Note: Sponsorship is not available for this position, now or in the future.

Opportunity

Outstanding opportunity to work as a Facility Maintenance and Food Manager for a successful company in Chicago. This is a direct hire / permanent position with a well-established company.

Job Description

Manage, through subordinate supervisors, skilled employees engaged in installing, maintaining, and repairing the facility’s operating systems, including but not limited to, the engine room, refrigeration, ammonia, wastewater, and process safety management systems. Responsibilities include setting and enforcing maintenance policies and procedures, supervising maintenance staff, and developing and managing maintenance budgets.

1. Develop and implement policies and procedures for the maintenance department, including purchasing, training, scheduling, preventive maintenance, budgeting, and inventory control.
2. Supervise maintenance staff, including hiring, training, performance evaluation, and disciplinary actions.
3. Lead safety and environmental risk management activities, including communication, recordkeeping, training, contractor management, and reporting.
4. Coordinate equipment audits with external auditors, review results, implement recommendations, and document processes.
5. Procure and oversee outside technicians, contractors, or OEMs to support in-house mechanics.
6. Develop and oversee training programs, identify gaps, and ensure compliance.
7. Inspect building systems periodically to ensure compliance with preventive maintenance and identify issues.
8. Coordinate maintenance activities with other departments to support operational goals.
9. Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, including handling hazardous materials and wastewater.
10. Manage inventory of maintenance supplies and parts.
11. Respond to or oversee after-hours emergency repairs.
12. Maintain safe and sanitary working conditions in accordance with regulations.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of maintenance management experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the food industry or a regulated industry.
• Expertise in plant equipment and systems, including ammonia refrigeration, hydraulics, mechanical, electrical, and HVAC.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations.
• Experience managing complex installation and modification projects with significant capital expenditure.
• Proficiency with analytical tools and spreadsheets.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to supervise and lead teams effectively.
• Work environment includes manufacturing conditions with temperature variations and PPE requirements.
• Physical ability to sit, stand, walk, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform related tasks; vision must include close vision for computer use.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience and skills.

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