Job Title: Maintenance ManagerLocation: Louisville, KY Salary: $70,000- $80,000

About the Role:

The Maintenance Supervisor oversees technical support personnel and ensures the general maintenance, safety, and operational efficiency of all plant facilities and equipment. This role is critical in maintaining the smooth and safe operation of processing systems, production equipment, and the physical plant infrastructure within a food and beverage manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise maintenance activities and ensure safe operation of the physical plant and all production equipment

• Develop and manage preventive maintenance (PM) procedures with OEM guidance for all systems and machinery

• Execute and oversee all tasks related to the Maintenance Work Order system

• Perform regular facility and equipment inspections to ensure safety and operational reliability

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise PMs, repairs, equipment installations, and pre-installation activities

• Monitor system-critical plant components and ensure functionality

• Maintain spare parts inventory and order replacements as needed

• Manage vendor and contractor relationships for service and support

• Track and analyze energy/resource usage trends

• Stay informed on and ensure compliance with SQF, federal, and state safety regulations (with guidance from Sr. QA and Technical Services Managers)

• Safely operate forklifts including stacking, truck loading/unloading, and maneuvering in tight spaces

• Ensure all equipment is maintained in safe and food-safe operating condition

Qualifications / Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

• Experience in food manufacturing strongly preferred

• Certifications in general maintenance disciplines such as electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and conveyor systems preferred

• Proficient with PLC systems and common industrial control systems

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Computer literate; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Demonstrates a positive work ethic, adaptability, and dependability

• Maintains a professional demeanor and appearance

• Able to interpret instructions and solve problems with varying complexity

Physical Requirements:

• Activities: Standing, walking for extended periods, bending, stooping, and lifting

• Hearing: Ability to hear in loud environments and understand verbal instructions

• Repetitive Motion: Frequent use of hands, wrists, and fingers

• Vision: Sufficient to inspect equipment, read documents, and operate machinery

• Strength/Dexterity: Regularly lift/move up to 50 lbs; able to coordinate and supervise equipment relocation using lifting tools

Working Conditions:

• Environment involves extended hours in a food/beverage processing facility

• Conditions may include exposure to hot or cold temperatures depending on season

• Must be comfortable working around noise and production-related activity