Manager II, Engineering & Maintenance

Americold Logistics, LLC. in; Vineland (NJ); On-site; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold Logistics, LLC. seeks an experienced Maintenance Leader to oversee daily maintenance operations across one or more warehouse facilities. You will manage engineering and maintenance teams, set performance goals, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 5+ years in maintenance with >3 years in supervision, plus hands-on mechanical and basic electrical skills. Proficiency in MS Office and CMMS platforms like SAP or Oracle is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in maintenance with at least 3 years supervising others.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Proven ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively.
• Competent in mechanical and basic electrical concepts, hands-on.
• Proficient in MS Office including Excel; SAP or Oracle CMMS experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct and assign work to engineering and maintenance teams, set performance objectives, and monitor performance.
• Prepare annual maintenance budgets, manage expenditures, analyze variances, and take corrective actions.
• Schedule repair, maintenance, and installation of equipment to support productivity.
• Design and modify preventive maintenance programs; review reports and inspect equipment.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and maintain a safe working environment.
• Analyze equipment reliability; implement improvement actions and ensure material handling equipment operates.
• Lead capital projects: obtain bids, request approvals, manage contractors.
• Other essential duties as needed.

Skills

Maintenance management

Budgeting

Prioritization

Mechanical basics

Electrical basics

MS Excel

SAP

Oracle CMMS

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Associate degree

CMRP or RETA certification

Tools

SAP

Oracle CMMS

Excel

Job description

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.

The Company’s good-faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting for this position is $88,000 to $110,000 annual salary. Rates may vary based on location.

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.