PM Shift Maintenance Leader - Food Production

FreshPoint, Inc.; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

FreshPoint, Inc. is seeking an experienced maintenance leader in the Laurel, MD area to supervise a team of technicians and drive the preventive maintenance program for production equipment.

You will work evenings and nights, coordinating with operations to meet uptime goals and maintain safety and GMP standards. The role requires strong leadership, hands-on mechanical/electrical skills, and knowledge of SQF/USDA food safety requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Two-year technical degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise safety policies and procedures (OSHA, NFPA, etc.).
• Develop and maintain a preventive maintenance program for equipment.
• Provide day-to-day supervision, training, and coaching for maintenance staff.
• Identify training needs and assist in implementing programs including root cause analysis.
• Plan and oversee equipment rebuilds, line moves, installations, and calibrations.
• Maintain shift communications and align team on goals.
• Gather and report maintenance metrics such as uptime and PM compliance.
• Maintain accurate spare parts inventory and on-site availability.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Preventive maintenance

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

CMMS

Safety compliance

Lockout/tagout

PLC/VFD knowledge

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two-year technical degree

Tools

Multi-meter

Infrared thermometer

Megohmmeter

Job description

FreshPoint, Inc. is seeking an experienced maintenance leader in the Laurel, MD area to supervise a team of technicians and drive the preventive maintenance program for production equipment.

You will work evenings and nights, coordinating with operations to meet uptime goals and maintain safety and GMP standards. The role requires strong leadership, hands-on mechanical/electrical skills, and knowledge of SQF/USDA food safety requirements.