Plant Maintenance & Reliability Leader

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. in Carthage, MO is seeking a Maintenance and Reliability Manager to ensure safe, efficient operation of a high‑tech food processing plant.

You will oversee maintenance of boilers, ammonia and air systems, troubleshoot equipment, implement TPM, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with USDA, FDA, OSHA, EPA and DEQ regulations. The role requires strong leadership to develop front‑line teams, manage budgets, and coordinate projects with

Qualifications

• 5+ years in high-paced manufacturing environment.
• Associate degree or equivalent required.
• Experience leading maintenance teams and TPM programs.
• Strong knowledge of safety and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency with PLCs, 3-phase power and PM programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety-first maintenance operations and incident resolution.
• Direct maintenance team; provide training and development.
• Plan Preventive Maintenance and manage budgets.
• Coordinate with engineering on plant projects and changes.
• Respond to machine downtime and troubleshoot equipment.

Skills

Lean maintenance

Kaizen

TPM

PLC controls

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Visio

Blueprints

Electrical schematics

Job description

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. in Carthage, MO is seeking a Maintenance and Reliability Manager to ensure safe, efficient operation of a high‑tech food processing plant.

You will oversee maintenance of boilers, ammonia and air systems, troubleshoot equipment, implement TPM, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with USDA, FDA, OSHA, EPA and DEQ regulations. The role requires strong leadership to develop front‑line teams, manage budgets, and coordinate projects with