Maintenance Manager

Miller-Milling; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Miller Milling is seeking a Maintenance Manager in Commerce, CA to oversee the maintenance department and ensure the plant runs smoothly across shifts. The role includes budgeting, coordinating with outside contractors, and leading continuous improvement efforts.

The position requires strong leadership, detailed planning, and hands-on experience with maintenance programs and plant operations. This is a full-time role based in California with long hours as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 3-4 years flour industry experience or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ years supervisory experience or equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Teams, D365).
• Basic mechanical aptitude; ability to work in high places.
• 5S methodology experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance department and schedule the plant's maintenance needs.
• Assist the Plant Manager with future projects and capital planning.
• Manage the Maintenance Department budget and related expenses.
• Sign contracts for outside services and interact with contractors onsite.
• Prepare performance reviews for maintenance staff and manage inventory/supply.
• Maintain the Preventative Maintenance program and coordinate with facilities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Detail oriented

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

D365

Job description

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Maintenance Manager

Full-time Regular Commerce, CA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1504

Summary:

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing the maintenance department and scheduling systems.

Pay rate: $92,000 - $114,865

Primary Duties:

• The Maintenance Manager is required to oversee the Maintenance Department and schedule the maintenance of the entire plant and ensure the Mills are running during the times needed.
• Assist the Plant Manager with future projects as assigned
• Responsible for the annual budget in the Maintenance Department along with other expense departments that are indirectly related (Operating Supplies, Rental Expense, Building Expense, and Outside Services).
• Execute signing contracts for Outside Services.
• Dealing directly with Outside Contractors during onsite visits.
• Writing up work performance reviews for the Maintenance department and Maintenance Inventory/Supply Administrator.
• Keeping the Preventative Maintenance program current.
• Working with Facility Administrator to help identify certain billing.
• Working closely with Head Miller and other Dept. Staff to identify work for scheduled repair.
• Complies with all State and Federal regulations and internal EHS requirements.
• Be able to work long hours if necessary.
• Be able to submit project permits and plans to City/County officials.
• Responsible for Plant Security and work with other team members concerning plant security. Assist with updating the Food Defense Plan.
• Participate on the BRC team and HACCP team.
• Responsibility to food safety regulations.

Management

• Provide leadership to ensure a strong culture of accountability where employees are committed and motivated to contribute their ideas and efforts.
• Responsible for overall training and development of direct reports.
• Drive customer execution to deliver results that meet quality and customer service objectives.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform other responsibilities as requested.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 3-4 years flour industry experience or equivalent
• 1+ years supervisory experience or equivalent
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Detail oriented
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, Teams, D365)
• Basic mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work in high places
• 5S methodology experience is a plus

Material Job Duties:

• Operating machinery, vehicles, or equipment in a safe and compliant manner.
• Working in areas where food safety, sanitation, product integrity, or workplace safety standards must be followed.
• Handling company property, confidential information, inventory, cash, or financial data.
• Working independently at customer, vendor, or company locations.
• Interacting with employees, vendors, customers, or members of the public in a professional and safe manner.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, as applicable.

Employment may be conditioned on the successful completion of a post-offer background check, where permitted by law. Miller Milling will not inquire into or consider criminal history until after a conditional offer of employment has been made. If criminal history is reviewed, Miller Milling will conduct an individualized assessment and provide any required notices and opportunity to respond before taking any adverse action based on criminal history.