Manager II, Engineering & Maintenance

Americold Logistics, LLC.; Fogelsville (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee daily maintenance operations across a warehouse complex, directing engineering and maintenance teams, and ensuring safety, reliability, and cost controls.

You will manage budgets, schedule preventive maintenance, and drive continuous improvement in equipment performance while maintaining OSHA compliance and safe working conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in maintenance with at least 3 years directly managing or supervising others.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and prioritize effectively.
• Fully competent in mechanical and basic electrical concepts with hands‑on work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel and experience with SAP or Oracle CMMS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Direct and assign work to engineering and maintenance associates, set performance objectives, and monitor team performance.
• Prepare annual maintenance budgets, schedule expenditures, analyze variances, and initiate corrective actions to achieve financial objectives.
• Determine work priorities and schedule repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment to support operational productivity.
• Design, implement, and modify preventive maintenance programs by reviewing reports, inspecting equipment, and ensuring operational standards are met.
• Ensure compliance with all OSHA regulations and state codes, maintain a safe and clean working environment, and protect employees and visitors.
• Maintain and analyze equipment reliability reports, initiate action plans for improvement, and ensure material handling equipment is operational and in good repair.
• Execute capital projects including obtaining bids, submitting requests, and managing contractors and vendors throughout the process.
• Other essential duties may be applicable and assigned as necessary.

Skills

Maintenance management

Budgeting

Safety compliance

Leadership

Task prioritization

Technical troubleshooting

Mechanical & electrical basics

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP CMMS

Oracle CMMS

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join the Cold Chain That Feeds the World. For over 120 years, Americold has connected producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to ensure food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. With 240+ facilities across four continents and 14,000+ team members, we’re a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics. Our mission is to help our customers feed the world – and we’re looking for people who share that purpose. We value customer service, innovation, and inclusion, and we invest in our people’s growth and well-being. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a company that puts people first, Americold is the place for you.

What You'll Do

You will oversee daily maintenance operations across multiple warehouses or a single complex facility, ensuring the installation, repair, and upkeep of machines, equipment, and utility systems. You will manage engineering and maintenance teams, set performance objectives, and monitor compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Occasional travel up to 5-12% may be required for development, training, and other business needs.

Essential Functions

• Direct and assign work to engineering and maintenance associates, set performance objectives, and monitor team performance.
• Prepare annual maintenance budgets, schedule expenditures, analyze variances, and initiate corrective actions to achieve financial objectives.
• Determine work priorities and schedule repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment to support operational productivity.
• Design, implement, and modify preventive maintenance programs by reviewing reports, inspecting equipment, and ensuring operational standards are met.
• Ensure compliance with all OSHA regulations and state codes, maintain a safe and clean working environment, and protect employees and visitors.
• Maintain and analyze equipment reliability reports, initiate action plans for improvement, and ensure material handling equipment is operational and in good repair.
• Execute capital projects including obtaining bids, submitting requests, and managing contractors and vendors throughout the process.
• Other essential duties may be applicable and assigned as necessary.

What Experience And Education You Need

• Minimum 5 years of experience required in maintenance with at least 3 years directly managing or supervising others.
• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and prioritize effectively.
• Fully competent in mechanical and basic electrical concepts with ability to work hands‑on in mechanically oriented situations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel and experience with SAP or Oracle CMMS platforms.

What Could Set You Apart

• Associate's degree or higher relevant to facility maintenance preferred.
• CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional) or similar certification preferred.
• Completion of all eight RETA courses preferred.
• RETA CARO or CIRO or equivalent preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO standards.
• Material Handling Equipment (Forklift) knowledge and certification preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to build mentoring relationships and contribute to team development.

Physical Requirements

• Able to work in spaces with 55 inches (1.4 meters) of headroom.
• Able to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures varying from 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius) to minus 45 (-45) degrees Fahrenheit (-43 degrees Celsius), as well as outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation).
• Able to climb ladders or step ladders.
• Able to tolerate heights up to 30 ft. (9 meters) and be able to access elevated products from inside safety cage.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment required for working at heights and in cold temperatures.
• Able to stand and/or walk continuously or frequently over an 8-10-12 hour shift. Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Able to frequently step up/on or step down/off to mount and dismount material handling equipment.
• Able to perform fine articulation movements with fingers/hands and/or feet to operate equipment.
• Depending on specific role, must be able to lift boxes of varying weights up to 80 lbs. (36 kg) and carry product a distance of up to 6 ft. (2 meters) without mechanical assistance.
• Able to meet specific vision abilities required by this job, including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Able to hear and speak in order to comprehend, respond to, and provide instructions and safety warnings, as well as able to read and understand packaging, shipping documents, and safety guidelines.

Americold is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE/AA M/F/D/V.

What We Offer

At Americold, we believe in taking care of our people. We offer benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and future. Our associates know what’s in it for them – opportunity, purpose and a values-driven culture. When you join Americold, you become part of a mission to help our customers feed the world.

U.S. Only: Americold offers a range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, STD/LTD coverage, 401(k) with Company match, FSA, life insurance, EAP, and paid time off, some of which may vary depending on the particular position and whether it is covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA).

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