Maintenance Manager

NewCold; Lebanon, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative environment

Professional growth

Growth in international company

Impact and innovation

Employee well-being

Job summary

NewCold is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager for our Lebanon, IN warehouse. You will lead on-site maintenance and sanitation teams, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure reliable operations using Fiix CMMS for scheduling and documentation.

The role requires strong safety focus, accountability, and continuous improvement, with opportunities to grow within a fast-scaling, international company.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of maintenance experience.
• 5+ years of maintenance management experience.
• Strong knowledge of troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of automated machinery (conveyors, automated cranes, palletizers, trolleys).
• Electrical, mechanical, or electromechanical knowledge.
• Knowledge of PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens).

Responsibilities

• Ensure all equipment is used and maintained in line with supplier’s guidelines.
• Create and plan Preventative Maintenance tasks or repairs to be carried out in a timely and safe manner, minimizing disruption to the operation.
• Work within budgeted guidelines and achieving agreed KPIs.
• Follow maintenance plan in the most efficient way to ensure minimal impact on the operation.
• Direct and lead sanitation team to maintain site cleanliness and appearance.
• Ensure that all work is completed in a safe and timely manner.
• Work closely with equipment suppliers and /or contractors to ensure proper training of maintenance technicians.
• Complete agreed internal reporting and communication as required by Site manager.
• Develop an understanding of all equipment and contracts on site including cooling systems, oxygen reduction, dock doors etc.
• Commit to ongoing self and team development through internal and external resources.
• Meet the physical demands of the Maintenance and Operator team roles.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Maintenance management

Troubleshooting

Automated machinery

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

PLC knowledge

Education

Associates degree

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

AboutNewCold
NewCold is a global leader in advanced food logistics. Our warehousesand transport network sit at the center of the food supply chain. Connectingthe world’s major food manufacturers with retailers and food service providers.

Our goal is to keep the world’s food fresh and safe with our proprietarytechnologies and innovative solutions.

NewCold designs, builds, and operates state-of-the-art cold storagefacilities that are highly automated. We push the boundaries of logistics with end-to-endstorage and transport operations that add greater resilience, efficiency, andsustainability to supply chains on four continents. And we are growing rapidly.

To support our rapid growth, we’re constantly looking for talentedpeople to join our team. Want to be a part of a dynamic, forward-thinkingenvironment? Join us!

Your role as a Maintenance Manager

Key responsibilities

Position Overview

NewCold is a leading service provider in cold chain logistics, specializing in the development and operation of large, highly automated cold storage facilities. We play a critical role in the supply chains of leading global food companies by delivering advanced, reliable logistics solutions worldwide. By leveraging the latest technologies, we empower our people to operate efficiently while handling food responsibly and ensuring the highest standards of food safety. Sustainability is central to how we work, and we are committed to building long-term partnerships and delivering solid investment opportunities that support next-generation logistics solutions.

NewCold is growing rapidly and is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to support operations at our warehouse in Lebanon, IN. This role is responsible for actively leading and working alongside the on-site maintenance and sanitation teams to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable warehouse operations.

The Maintenance Manager will perform and oversee preventive maintenance and repairs on all facility and material-handling equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and uninterrupted operations. This role will utilize Fiix CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to schedule, track, and document maintenance activities.

In addition to managing daily maintenance priorities, the Maintenance Manager will provide direct technical support, troubleshoot equipment issues, train team members, and lead by example on the warehouse floor.

This position requires a strong commitment to safety, accountability, and continuous improvement while maintaining a professional work environment aligned with company values.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Ensure all equipment is used and maintained in line with supplier’s guidelines. This will include conveyors, cranes, cooling systems, fire protection, freeze doors, oxygen reduction and other installations.
• Create and plan Preventative Maintenance tasks or repairs to be carried out in a timely and safe manner, minimizing disruption to the operation.
• Working within budgeted guidelines and achieving agreed KPIs.
• Follow maintenance plan in the most efficient way to ensure minimal impact on the operation, but in a routine which achieves supplier guidelines as a minimum.
• Direct and lead sanitation team to maintain site cleanliness and appearance.
• Ensure that all work is completed in a safe and timely manner.
• Work closely with equipment suppliers and /or contractors to ensure proper training of maintenance technicians.
• Complete agreed internal reporting and communication as required by Site manager.
• Develop an understanding of all equipment and contracts on site including cooling systems, oxygen reduction, dock doors etc.
• Commit to ongoing self and team development through internal and external resources.
• Meet the physical demands of the Maintenance and Operator team roles.
• All other duties as assigned.

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Who we are looking for

We are seeking motivated and forward-thinking individuals who thrive incollaborative and fast-moving environments. Our ideal candidate has:

Requirements

• 12+ years of maintenance experience.
• 5+ years of maintenance management experience.
• Strong knowledge of troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of automated machinery (conveyors, automated cranes, palletizers, trolleys).
• Electrical, mechanical, or electromechanical knowledge.
• Knowledge of PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens).

Education/Certification

Associates degree preferred but not required

Whyjoin NewCold?

At NewCold, our people are our most valuable asset. We take pride in ourteam-oriented culture, where innovation and collaboration are at the heart ofeverything we do.

What we offer

• A supportive and collaborative environment.
• The opportunity for professional growth in a fast-scaling, international company.
• The chance to have real impact and innovate alongside other bright minds.
• The challenge of transforming the future of cold storage and food logistics.
• A strong commitment to employee well-being.

Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just starting your career, NewColdprovides the opportunities and challenges that allow you to grow and excel.Ready to turn your curiosity into impact?

NewCold provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), or service in the military. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

NewCold expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment or discrimination based on any of the characteristics mentioned above. Improper interference with the ability of other employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.