Maintenance Manager - Food Plant Operations & TPM

Utz Brands, Inc.; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods in Hanover, PA is looking for a Maintenance Manager to lead plant maintenance for processing and packaging equipment, ensuring uninterrupted production while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role reports to the Plant Manager and requires developing a robust PM program, managing a maintenance team, and driving continuous improvement using CMMS and TPM practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing (food/beverage preferred).
• 2+ years in a leadership/supervisory role overseeing maintenance operations and personnel.
• Hands-on knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, welding, HVAC and PLC troubleshooting.
• Experience with OSHA, FDA, USDA regulatory compliance in facilities.
• Proficiency with CMMS and Microsoft Office; Lean TPM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of plant maintenance on processing and packaging equipment.
• Develop and oversee a preventive maintenance program to reduce downtime.
• Manage the maintenance team including hiring, training, and scheduling.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and sanitation to align activities.
• Ensure timely troubleshooting and repair to minimize disruption.
• Maintain CMMS for tracking work orders, inventory, and history.
• Oversee spare parts, labor, overtime, and outside services within budget.
• Lead root cause analysis for equipment failures and corrective actions.
• Promote safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Preventive maintenance planning

Regulatory compliance

CMMS proficiency

Lean TPM practices

PLC troubleshooting

Pneumatics & hydraulics

HVAC & welding

Team leadership

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Trade certifications in maintenance strongly considered

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Utz Quality Foods in Hanover, PA is looking for a Maintenance Manager to lead plant maintenance for processing and packaging equipment, ensuring uninterrupted production while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role reports to the Plant Manager and requires developing a robust PM program, managing a maintenance team, and driving continuous improvement using CMMS and TPM practices.