Maintenance & Reliability Lead — 24/7 Plant Ops

Clover Farms; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Clover Farms Dairy is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations, plan preventive programs, and coordinate repairs and capital projects across a dairy plant. You will oversee a team, liaise with contractors, and ensure safety and GMP standards are upheld.

The role requires 5–7 years of related experience, strong math and communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Schedule is 7am start, with variable hours based on plant needs.

Qualifications

• Five (5) to Seven (7) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices
• Working knowledge of installation, construction of maintenance equipment, utilities and building
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; able to write legibly to complete paperwork
• Able to read and interpret documents pertaining to safety rules, Haz-Mat, operating, and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Strong Math skills
• Follow and comply with all safety standards
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Dependability
• Adherence to safety requirements and wearing required PPE
• Able to work in a team environment
• Able to multi-task and be organized
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screens (including drug, background and criminal checks)

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and coordinate manufacturing activities of maintenance workers including service, repair and installation of machines, tools and equipment in a plant
• Direct maintenance of buildings, grounds and utility systems of the facility
• Review job orders to determine work priorities; schedule service, repairs and installation to ensure continuous production operation
• Develop preventive maintenance program; review costs, set priorities and expedite operations
• Inspect completed work for compliance with blueprints, specifications and standards
• Purchase tools, equipment and supplies and maintain inventory levels
• Plan and implement new methods, procedures and recommends equipment for improved operations
• Plan and implement capital projects
• Inspect buildings, grounds and utility systems; advise management on changes and submit bids; liaison between contractors, engineers and suppliers
• Maintain time and production records; prepare preliminary department budget and monitor expenditures
• Assist in the selection, training and development of staff
• Participate in safety, security, Haz-Mat and other loss control programs
• Engage with state and local authorities during site inspections and compliance audits
• Maintain communication with other departments and notify them of problems that may restrict production
• Ensure all paperwork is documented per SOP
• Analyze process data and equipment performance to improve quality and throughput
• Utilize continuous improvement mindset to identify opportunities to improve processes
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices
• Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area
• Follow PPE requirements and safety practices
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job description

Clover Farms Dairy is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations, plan preventive programs, and coordinate repairs and capital projects across a dairy plant. You will oversee a team, liaise with contractors, and ensure safety and GMP standards are upheld.

The role requires 5–7 years of related experience, strong math and communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Schedule is 7am start, with variable hours based on plant needs.