Director of Maintenance & Facilities

Little Leaf Farms LLC•Manchester, TN

19h

About The Position

The Director of Facilities and Maintenance is a key leadership role responsible for strategic decision making, continuous improvement, and overall management of all facilities/maintenance functions of the Little Leaf Farms greenhouse. This position will create processes, systems, and structures to ensure all equipment and infrastructure are operating reliably, efficiently, and safely. This person will hire and lead a high-performing team, manage capital projects, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive success at the site level.

Requirements

Associates degree or higher level of education, Bachelor’s degree preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other data analysis tools
10+ years of relevant experience in maintenance and manufacturing environments
Extensive experience with CMMS systems
Understanding of PLC programming, electrical and mechanical systems, and automation equipment
Excellent organizational, analytical, and decision-making skills
Strong background in hiring and developing high-performing teams
Physically capable of performing essential job functions, including light lifting/climbing, and walking
Strong understanding of OSHA safety protocols
Experience with third-party food safety audits

Responsibilities

Hire and develop a high-performing maintenance and facilities team.
Coordinate internally with construction and lead commissioning, qualification, and validation of key equipment.
Develop and implement systems, structures, and processes to ensure key systems such as greenhouse/packhouse HVAC, water technical, automation equipment, and grow systems all operate effectively and reliably.
Develop and implement a comprehensive PM program to reduce downtime and increase overall equipment effectiveness.
Manage key reactive maintenance, when necessary, to minimize downtime across the facility.
Define what success looks like for the maintenance organization using measurable data and key performance indicators (KPIs). Lead the team toward achieving that success every day.
Optimize CMMS systems to track technician performance and KPI’s, manage work orders, and control parts inventory.
Develop a cohesive relationship with key vendors and establish a regular business review cadence focusing on key improvement opportunities, service agreements and overall collaboration.
Manage and execute key capital projects on time and within budget.
Develop a culture of continuous improvement among the team and manage and promote CI initiatives.
Oversee the grounds team and ensure the facility and surroundings are safe, clean, and accessible.