Maintenance Manager – Food Manufacturing & GMP

MSI Express, INC; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MSI Express, INC is seeking a Maintenance Manager to direct the maintenance department, ensuring safe operation of facility and equipment while maximizing efficiency. You will bridge operations and engineering to support plant growth and process improvement, staying current with new technology.

Responsibilities include leading safety, GMP, sanitation, and preventive maintenance; budgeting; vendor management; and cross-department collaboration to meet production needs while upholding food safety

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in a manufacturing maintenance context.
• Experience managing budgets and capital planning.
• Strong knowledge of GMPs, sanitation, and food safety practices.
• Proven ability to drive maintenance and process improvements.
• Experience supervising both salaried and hourly staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the maintenance department focusing on safety, GMPs, sanitation, quality, and preventative maintenance.
• Develop long-term goals for maintenance and support company growth strategies.
• Foster a positive work environment and empower staff through continuous improvement.
• Maintain cross-department communication to align production priorities with maintenance plans.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, building codes, and company policies.
• Identify and implement equipment efficiency improvements and changeovers.
• Oversee maintenance budgets and inventory management (MRP/EOQ).
• Strengthen vendor/contractor relationships for quality and cost efficiency.
• Review and approve Accounts Payable related to maintenance purchases.
• Prioritize food safety and ensure GMP adherence throughout maintenance activities.

Skills

Leadership

Budget Management

Operations Management

Project Management

Food manufacturing experience

Maintenance knowledge

Communication/People Skills

Job description

MSI Express, INC is seeking a Maintenance Manager to direct the maintenance department, ensuring safe operation of facility and equipment while maximizing efficiency. You will bridge operations and engineering to support plant growth and process improvement, staying current with new technology.

Responsibilities include leading safety, GMP, sanitation, and preventive maintenance; budgeting; vendor management; and cross-department collaboration to meet production needs while upholding food safety