Maintenance & Reliability Manager

Leclerc Foods; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Leclerc Foods is seeking a Maintenance & Reliability Manager in Kingsport, TN, to lead and coordinate all maintenance activities for safe, efficient operations. You will oversee 11 staff, drive reliability, and reduce downtime while partnering with Production, Quality, Engineering, Sanitation, and Supply Chain.

The role emphasizes proactive maintenance, preventive and predictive programs, and continuous improvement within the plant leadership team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (food or beverage strongly preferred).
• 3+ years in a maintenance leadership or management role.
• Degree or technical diploma in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Proven experience leading reliability improvements and RCA.
• Experience using CMMS systems for planning and performance management.
• Experience with TPM, Lean Manufacturing, or Reliability‑Centered Maintenance.
• Predictive maintenance program experience.
• Excellent budgeting skills and experience in managing maintenance costs

Responsibilities

• Developing and directing departmental strategies based on the Maintenance Pyramid outcomes to maintain focus on improving line efficiencies and to achieve business objectives.
• Reviewing breakdowns that occur on sites and implement proactive actions / strategies to ensure they do not recur.
• Developing the maintenance budget and managing costs related to repairs and spare parts.
• Leading the optimization of maintenance processes and methods to reduce production line downtime.
• Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) related to maintenance, analyze data, and implement corrective measures if necessary.
• Collaborating and communicating with other plant management team members on various technical and key performance issues.
• Engaging improvement opportunities and providing technical support for capital improvements.
• Promoting and enhancing a positive and safe working environment through teamwork and high level of employee involvement.
• Overseeing maintenance activities and implementing programs to ensure compliance with all health and safety standards.
• Recruiting, develop, and guide the maintenance department, ensuring team members have the skills needed to perform their tasks efficiently.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Reliability improvements

CMMS

RCA

Budgeting

Team leadership

Industrial maintenance

Education

Engineering degree or technical diploma

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Career Opportunities: Maintenance & Reliability Manager (12544)

Requisition ID12544-Posted09/17/2026-Kingsport, TN

Leclerc is a family business with 120 years of experience, tradition and know-how passed down from people with heart. Thanks to our 1,900 employees in eight plants in Canada and the United States, we are constantly innovating to exceed the expectations of both small and large appetites.

Position Summary

What you'll do

As the Maintenance & Reliability Manager, you will lead and coordinate all maintenance activities to ensure safe, efficient operations and optimal use of resources. You will oversee a team of maintenance mechanics, driving equipment reliability, maximizing uptime, and supporting ongoing skill development and engagement.Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will lead proactive maintenance and reliability strategies to reduce unplanned downtime, extend asset life, and support overall operational performance. As part of the plant leadership team, you will oversee maintenance execution, preventive and predictive programs, and continuous improvement initiatives while partnering closely with Production, Quality/Food Safety, Engineering, Sanitation, and Supply Chain.You will lead a team of 11, including a Maintenance Team Leader, Parts Room/Planner, seven operations mechanics, and two preventive maintenance technicians

Responsibilities

How will you create impact?

Contribute to the achievement of the company's objectives by:

• Developing and directing departmental strategies based on the Maintenance Pyramid outcomes to maintain focus on improving line efficiencies and to achieve business objectives.
• Reviewing breakdowns that occur on sites and implement proactive actions / strategies to ensure they do not recur.
• Developing the maintenance budget and managing costs related to repairs and spare parts.
• Leading the optimization of maintenance processes and methods to reduce production line downtime.
• Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) related to maintenance, analyze data, and implement corrective measures if necessary.
• Collaborating and communicating with other plant management team members on various technical and key performance issues.
• Engaging improvement opportunities and providing technical support for capital improvements.
• Promoting and enhancing a positive and safe working environment through teamwork and high level of employee involvement.
• Overseeing maintenance activities and implementing programs to ensure compliance with all health and safety standards.
• Recruiting, develop, and guide the maintenance department, ensuring team members have the skills needed to perform their tasks efficiently.

Requirements

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a professional with:

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (food or beverage strongly preferred).
• 3+ years in a maintenance leadership or management role.
• Degree or technical diploma in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Proven experience leading reliability improvements and RCA.
• Experience using CMMS systems for planning and performance management.
• Experience with TPM, Lean Manufacturing, or Reliability‑Centered Maintenance.
• Predictive maintenance program experience.
• Excellent budgeting skills and experience in managing maintenance costs

Why join Leclerc?

At Leclerc, we live by our five core values: Authenticity, Respect, Innovation, Engagement, and Pleasure.
These values guide everything we do and create a unique work environment where you can thrive.

• We believe in developing our talent – because growth starts with authenticity and engagement.
• We provide career progression opportunities – in a respectful and supportive atmosphere.
• We offer a dynamic and stimulating environment – where innovation is encouraged and celebrated.
• We use innovative digital tools – to make your work easier and more impactful.
• We are an innovative and growing company – committed to continuous improvement and bold ideas.
• We foster a collaborative and respectful culture – because teamwork and pleasure at work matter.
• We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.