manager, maintenance
*Overview* We are seeking an experienced and proactive Maintenance Manager to oversee the maintenance operations within our manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive technical knowledge, and a proven track record in industrial maintenance management. This role is vital to ensuring the continuous, safe, and efficient operation of all plant equipment and systems. The Maintenance Manager will lead a team of technicians, coordinate maintenance projects, and implement strategies to optimize equipment performance and reliability.
*Maintenance Manager*
*Employment Type:* Full-Time
*Position Overview*
Schep?s Bakeries is seeking a hands-on, organized, and experienced Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations across multiple facilities. This role will oversee a team of electricians, mechanics, and contractors while building strong systems, improving equipment reliability, and helping create a more structured and proactive maintenance department.
The ideal candidate is a strong leader who can mentor people, bring organization to the team, and ensure maintenance is planned, prioritized, and executed properly.
*Key Responsibilities*
- Lead and manage the maintenance team across multiple facilities
- Supervise electricians, mechanics, and outside contractors
- Build structure, accountability, and clear maintenance processes
- Implement and manage preventative maintenance programs
- Improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime
- Organize work orders, scheduling, spare parts, and follow-up systems
- Coordinate repairs, shutdowns, and maintenance priorities across sites
- Mentor and develop the maintenance team
- Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and support compliance requirements
*Qualifications*
- Maintenance leadership experience in manufacturing, food production, or industrial operations
- Experience managing teams that include electrical and mechanical trades
- Strong knowledge of preventative maintenance systems and department organization
- Hands-on technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and facility systems
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to bring structure, discipline, and follow-through to a growing operation
*Ideal Candidate*
- Highly organized and proactive
- Strong leader and team builder
- Comfortable working across multiple facilities
- Respected by tradespeople and production teams
- Focused on long-term improvement, not just daily firefighting
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $80,000.00-$110,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person