Maintenance Manager

Our growing food processing client in Oklahoma is seeking a senior-level Maintenance Manager to build, improve, and implement maintenance practices in an 800-employee plant with multiple shifts. Maintaining plant equipment for consistent daily production, arranging processing lines for efficient use, and improving processes will be a major focus of this position. This is a full-time day shift manager position with a generous six-figure salary, excellent benefits including a 401K match and annual bonus, and the opportunity to grow your career. Working on site daily and living within is required. Relocation assistance may be available for a candidate with the right specialized background.

What You’ll Do:

• Ensure that daily operational issues are dealt with in a productive and organized manner. Manage multiple key areas, including electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, wastewater, Pacmac, and the Hazmat team.
• Lead and guide the work of your four direct reports to ensure consistent cross-functional coordination in a busy plant. Communicate effectively with senior management and leaders in other departments.
• Coordinate planning and construction needs to ensure that processing lines are ready for any additions and/or changes to plant operations.
• Oversee and maintain all required safety and health standards to ensure compliance with Federal, state, local, OSHA and company regulations.
• Provide personnel with necessary tools to keep the facility, equipment, and processes well-maintained. This includes not only physical items and a safe environment, but also proper training and knowledge for employees.
• Develop and direct Capital and Expense Budget projects.
• Maintain cordial relationships with vendors, regulators, and auditors.
• This position requires occasionally working afternoon, night, or weekend shifts, with extra pay for sixth / seventh days if required.

Your Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Hands-on expertise in the electrical and mechanical fields, with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience, including at least five (5) years of management in meat, poultry, and/or protein food manufacturing. A formal degree is desirable but not required. Experience with breading, batter, and fryer equipment, production lines, and associated processes is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of refrigeration, wastewater, and related standards and functions.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, to assess shifting priorities, and to respond with good judgment to known or unknown situations that may arise. Strong problem-solving skills are necessary, with the ability to resolve issues effectively.
• Computer savvy with Excel and MS Office Suite; understanding of CAD and PLCs.
• Ability to use PPE as required within the plant; occasionally lift up to 40 pounds; and handle exposure to cold and hot environments.
• A proactive leader who can relate well and is a positive motivator to all levels of staff, management, and outside contacts.
• If not already a local resident, you must be willing to reside within thirty minutes of the plant location within six months of your starting date.

If this matches your career goals and your experience, please apply today for our thoughtful consideration.