Maintenance Lead - 3rd Shift

ofi North America (Olam Food Ingredients); Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time from Day 1

Paid Sick Leave

Company Paid Holidays

401K Match on Day 1

Career Growth & Learning

Job summary

ofi North America is seeking a Maintenance Lead for a fully onsite role at our Arizona facility. You will lead maintenance activities across the plant, ensuring safe predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance and coordination with production leadership.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing, strong electrical/PLC knowledge, and familiarity with GMP and safety standards. Heavy lifting and allergen exposure to tree nuts are part of the environment.

Qualifications

• Leadership and shift-oversight experience required.
• 2–5 years in maintenance within a manufacturing setting.
• Experience in food & beverage manufacturing preferred.
• Electrical systems experience (AC/DC; 480V; 240V; 120V).
• PLC programming and troubleshooting experience a plus.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety regulations is required.
• Ability to troubleshoot control circuits (120 VAC/12-24 VDC).
• Knowledge of boiler/steam systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintenance functions pertaining to the facility and production needs.
• Direct all maintenance employees during shift.
• Responsible for PMs and work orders assigned to that shift.
• Answer production calls for breakdowns for facility and floor equipment.
• Schedule maintenance support with Production Supervisor, including weekend work when needed.
• Maintain shop and maintenance areas adhering to GMP standards.
• Write material and parts requisitions for PMs and work orders.
• Attend daily shift communication production meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance experience (2-5 yrs)

Manufacturing experience

Food & beverage industry experience

Electrical experience

PLC programming

PLC troubleshooting

Control circuit troubleshooting

OSHA familiarity

PM scheduling

Boiler/steam knowledge

Lifting 50 lbs

Allergen-aware on-site work

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC

Job description

Description

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Position Summary

ofi values in-person collaboration with colleagues – this is a fully onsite position where employees are expected to work their specific work schedule onsite.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Lead is responsible to insure safe execution of predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance. Candidate must have maintenance mechanic/technician experience in a manufacturing and/or food processing plant. Must possess people skills and the ability to lead a team toward achieving and exceeding company goals.

What You’ll Do - Position Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintenance functions pertaining to the facility and production needs.
• Direct all maintenance employees during shift.
• Responsible for any PMs and work orders assigned to that shift.
• Answer production calls for breakdowns for both facility and floor equipment.
• Work directly with Production Supervisor, to schedule maintenance support required, including weekend work when needed.
• Maintain shop and maintenance areas while adhering to all GMP standards
• Write material- parts requisitions for any items identified on PMs and work orders.
• Attend daily shift communication production meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience You’ll Bring – Role Requirements

• Leadership experience
• 2-5 years previous maintenance experience
• Maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing and/or food and beverage industry experience preferred
• Electrical experience (AC/DC; 480v; 240V; 120V
• PLC programming (Allen Bradley) experience a plus
• PLC troubleshooting experience a plus
• 120 VAC/ 12-24 VDC Control Circuit troubleshooting experience preferred
• Familiar with OSHA safety regulations (required)
• Familiar with scheduling/ completing preventative maintenance tasks
• Boiler/ steam system knowledge is a plus
• Able to lift 50 lbs. consistently throughout the day
• This role is performed on site at a facility that regularly processes tree nuts. Employees in this position will routinely work in areas where tree nuts and related allergens are present and may be exposed by contact or in the air. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the role.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

ofi provides employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that is designed to support your career, health, and future. A Rewarding Career Awaits!

Comprehensive and Affordable Benefits:

Coverage for you (and your eligible dependents) with plans designed for peace of mind and savings for the future.

A Culture of Well-being:

Paid Volunteer time off, access to events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being for you and your family.

Family Support:

Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits and lactation support, including milk shipping for traveling employees.

Additional Perks That Make a Difference

• Vacation time from Day 1 – Your time off starts accruing immediately, growing with your tenure.
• Paid Sick Leave – Rest, recover, and return strong – with paid sick leave on ofi.
• Company Paid Holidays – ofi values work-life balance and the importance of celebrating life’s special moments.
• 401K Match on Day 1 – Invest in your future with our competitive retirement savings program.
• Career Growth and Learning – Join a company committed to developing talent, fostering innovation, and creating meaningful opportunities.

The pay for this role ranges from $36/hr - $38/hr and is based on position responsibilities and geographic location. Actual pay within this range may be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and/or other determining factors.

ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: [email protected]

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.