Maintenance & Engineering Manager

Teasdale Foods•Louisville, KY

11h

About The Position

The Maintenance & Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the engineering and maintenance functions within the manufacturing facility. This role ensures the reliability, safety, and efficiency of all plant equipment and systems while driving continuous improvement initiatives. The Maintenance & Engineering Manager oversees a team of maintenance professionals and collaborates with other departments to meet production goals and maintain compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field preferred).
Minimum of 7 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance or engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
Strong knowledge of maintenance systems, predictive and preventive maintenance practices, and reliability engineering.
Proficiency in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
Demonstrated experience managing capital projects and leading cross-functional teams.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
Understanding of safety regulations and practices in a manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a food or consumer goods manufacturing environment.
Certification in Maintenance and Reliability (CMRP or similar).
Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement certification.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development: Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of maintenance technicians, engineers, and support staff. Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Maintenance Management: Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of preventive and corrective maintenance activities. Ensure timely resolution of equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
Capital Projects: Contribute to and Lead engineering projects, including equipment upgrades, installations, and process improvements. Assist in development of project scopes, budgets, timelines, and ensure successful project execution.
Reliability & Optimization: Implement strategies to improve equipment reliability and reduce costs through predictive maintenance, root cause analysis, and other tools. Analyze and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) for maintenance efficiency.
Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to all safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Maintain compliance with environmental and regulatory standards.
Budgeting & Reporting: Manage the maintenance department budget, including labor, materials, and capital expenditures. Provide regular reports on maintenance activities, costs, and equipment performance.