Maintenance Manager

Daybreak Foods, Inc.•Lake Mills, WI

25d

About The Position

Under the direction of the General Manager, the Maintenance Manager organizes and manages the day-to-day functions of the Maintenance department. The role delegates and supervises completion of preventive maintenance, special projects, and daily maintenance needs. The position also performs advanced maintenance work and supervises maintenance personnel.

Requirements

High school education.
At least 5 years of maintenance experience.
At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
Must have or be able to obtain First Aid/CPR certification.
Ability to understand and operate environmental controls, alarm systems, backup power, and other technology.
Ability to track and document activities using the correct forms and paperwork.
Strong knowledge of mechanical drives, gearboxes, and movement of equipment and materials.
Strong knowledge of three-phase 480/240 VAC motors and circuits, 110 VAC control circuits, and motor starters with overload protection.
High mechanical aptitude in plumbing, carpentry, and electrical repairs.

Nice To Haves

Technical training.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day Maintenance department operations, including staffing, reporting, and compliance.
Plan, assign, and prioritize Maintenance Technician work assignments.
Recommend improvements to repair methods in response to ongoing challenges.
Identify operational conflicts with departmental procedures and suggest alternative solutions.
Produce and submit weekly reports as requested by management.
Purchase and source parts according to company guidelines and purchasing requirements.
Implement and enforce department best practices and procedures prescribed by the Plant Manager.
Work with Human Resources and department management to recruit, hire, and train new maintenance employees.
Ensure employees follow company safety practices, policies, and procedures.
Maintain and write standard operating procedures for the Maintenance department.
Perform advanced maintenance, including building repair, rolling stock repair, and automation control calibration and repair.
Maintain preventive maintenance programs for equipment and facilities.
Requisition tools, equipment, replacement parts, and other materials and supplies.
Develop and maintain an accurate, organized parts inventory.
Estimate and research costs for materials, labor, and outside contractors.
Inspect and monitor work areas and examine tools and equipment; provide employee safety training to prevent, detect, and correct unsafe conditions or procedural and safety-rule violations.
Supervise maintenance personnel and follow up on employee evaluations, expectations, and results.