Facilities Maintenance Leader: Refrigeration & Reliability

NORPEL Careers; Humboldt Village (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NORPEL is seeking an experienced Facilities Maintenance Manager for our Hazle Township, Pennsylvania facility. You will lead the Maintenance Department, safeguard equipment reliability, and ensure a safe, efficient work environment.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, managing the preventive maintenance program, and overseeing the ammonia refrigeration plant that supports cold storage and production areas. You will coordinate with production and other teams to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in industrial/manufacturing facility maintenance with supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and facility systems.
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration and preventative maintenance programs preferred.
• Proven ability to supervise, train, and motivate maintenance personnel.
• Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and minimize downtime.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, motivate, and develop employees within the Maintenance Department.
• Prioritize equipment and parts maintenance and repairs to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency.
• Own, manage, and maintain the preventative maintenance program for the Pennsylvania facility.
• Manage the Ammonia Refrigeration Plant, which supports cold storage, production areas, plate freezers, and rotators.
• Maintain existing warehousing and production facilities in safe, reliable, and optimal working condition.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair machinery and facility systems, including refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, and related equipment.
• Establish and enforce safety policies and procedures within the Maintenance Department.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with production and other departments to minimize operational disruptions.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure scheduled inspections and repairs are completed.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, facility performance, and maintenance processes.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance supervision

Troubleshooting

Project management

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Refrigeration systems

Safety leadership

Education

High school diploma/GED

Technical training or trade certification

Job description

NORPEL is seeking an experienced Facilities Maintenance Manager for our Hazle Township, Pennsylvania facility. You will lead the Maintenance Department, safeguard equipment reliability, and ensure a safe, efficient work environment.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, managing the preventive maintenance program, and overseeing the ammonia refrigeration plant that supports cold storage and production areas. You will coordinate with production and other teams to minimize downtime.