Plant Maintenance Lead: Safety, GMP & Efficiency

MSI Express, INC; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MSI Express, INC is seeking a Maintenance Manager to direct the Maintenance Department and ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operation of all production equipment. The role links operations and engineering to drive plant growth and process improvement while staying current with the latest solutions.

The position emphasizes leadership, budget management, maintenance planning, and hands-on oversight of safety, GMPs, sanitation, and quality.

Qualifications

• Experience leading maintenance teams in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong budget and cost-control capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage complex operations and projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the maintenance department across safety, GMPs, sanitation and quality.
• Develop and manage the maintenance budget and capital project plans.
• Strengthen vendor/contractor relationships for quality and cost effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and building codes.
• Drive continuous improvement in equipment efficiency and safety.
• Maintain open communication with operations and engineering to support plant growth.

Skills

Leadership

Budget Management

Operations Management

Project Management

Metric Development

Communication/People Skills

Food manufacturing experience

Maintenance knowledge

Salaried/hourly management

Continuous improvement

Job description

MSI Express, INC is seeking a Maintenance Manager to direct the Maintenance Department and ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operation of all production equipment. The role links operations and engineering to drive plant growth and process improvement while staying current with the latest solutions.

The position emphasizes leadership, budget management, maintenance planning, and hands-on oversight of safety, GMPs, sanitation, and quality.