Plant Maintenance Manager — 24/7 Food Manufacturing Leader

Thrive Foods

Oak Creek (WI)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 115,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement - 401k with match

Weekly Pay

Vacation

Paid Holidays

Safety Shoe Program

Tool Reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Thrive Freeze Dry in Oak Creek, WI is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead a 24/7 maintenance team responsible for keeping our production and packaging lines running safely and efficiently. You will drive preventive maintenance, coach staff, and implement improvements across the facility.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical and leadership skills, experience with industrial systems, and a track record of balancing safety, quality, and productivity in a food manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

Experience leading a 24/7 maintenance team.
Strong commitment to safety, quality and process improvement.
Hands-on leadership and ability to train and coach staff.
Technical knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical systems and ammonia/refrigeration/HVAC.

Responsibilities

Manage our 24/7 maintenance team responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining production and facility equipment according to safety and productive maintenance systems.
Train, coach and develop your team.
Plan and assign work to ensure uptime and efficiency.
Implement policies and procedures for maintenance operations.
Recommend improvements in production methods, equipment, and working conditions.
Act as hands-on manager to support ammonia system and packaging operation.