Maintenance Manager: Food Plant Reliability Lead (Onsite)

Aerotek

Shakopee (MN)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Manager for a permanent onsite role in Shakopee, MN. You will lead a maintenance team in a fast-paced food manufacturing facility, drive preventive maintenance, and ensure equipment reliability and safety.

You will oversee troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance planning across conveyors, ovens, freezers, motors, and automation systems, while maintaining GMP compliance and detailed maintenance records.

Qualifications

Leadership of maintenance team in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
Experience in food manufacturing or similar industries is preferred.
Knowledge of GMP and SQF recordkeeping requirements.
Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems and industrial equipment maintenance.
Proficiency with PLCs, automation, and electrical/mechanical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day maintenance operations in a fast-paced food manufacturing facility.
Provide clear direction and supervision to the maintenance team.
Develop, prioritize, and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
Drive equipment reliability initiatives and minimize unplanned downtime.
Troubleshoot and repair production equipment including conveyors, ovens, freezers, motors, and pneumatic/hydraulic systems.
Interpret schematics and blueprints to guide installation and repair work.
Coordinate parts, tools, and external contractors for maintenance tasks.
Train and develop maintenance technicians to enhance skills.
Ensure safety, GMP compliance, and SQF recordkeeping in maintenance activities.