Maintenance Manager - VA

Warabeya North America Inc.•Stafford, VA

9d•$100,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Manager provides leadership and direction to the plant maintenance department at the Stafford, Virginia facility. The role oversees plant maintenance operations, including facilities, utilities, and equipment, to minimize downtime and support peak operational efficiency. This is a full-time, exempt, onsite position with business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and a stated salary range of $100,000 to $130,000. The position requires flexibility for shifts, overtime, travel, and schedule changes as needed to support business and production demands; domestic travel by air and car is required. The manager oversees maintenance of manufacturing equipment and building systems, maintenance planning and records, operating budgets, capital projects, performance metrics, and the Planned Maintenance Pillar. The role leads and develops the Maintenance Systems team, promotes safety, and ensures the building and equipment meet OSHA and state regulatory requirements. Work is primarily indoors in office, manufacturing, and warehouse settings. Conditions may include moving mechanical parts, hot or cold temperatures, humidity, confined spaces, moderate-to-high noise, food ingredients, and cleaning agents. Physical duties include extended periods stationary or moving, repetitive hand and arm movements, lifting and maneuvering items up to approximately 50 pounds, frequent bending and reaching, maintaining visual acuity, and safely operating facility vehicles or equipment as needed. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States when employment begins and must not require employment visa sponsorship; employer-sponsored work authorization is not available.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field, or at least eight years of related experience and/or training in the food or food-related industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 5 years of hands-on engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
Oral and written English proficiency.
Proficiency with computer software applications such as CAD, ERP, and MS Office.
Knowledge of and experience with PLCs and logic controls for high-speed operating equipment.
Knowledge of project management principles to plan, coordinate, and deliver work using structured methodologies.
Knowledge of and experience with HACCP.
Strong leadership skills and ability to lead a team and motivate employees.
Ability to repair downed equipment in a fast-paced, time-critical environment.
Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
Complex problem identification and resolution skills.
Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly and effectively in verbal and written forms, adapting communication to the audience.
Excellent administrative, organizational, and follow-up skills to execute programs and initiatives successfully.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and requirements related to maintenance operations, workplace safety, and environmental compliance.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including shift assignments, department rotations, overtime, travel, and schedule changes as needed to support business and production demands.
Ability to work onsite; remote work is not permitted.
Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis when employment begins and must not require employment visa sponsorship.
Ability to meet the role's physical requirements, including remaining stationary and/or moving for extended periods; repetitive hand and arm movements; lifting, transporting, or maneuvering materials or equipment up to approximately 50 pounds; frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching; maintaining visual acuity; safely operating facility motorized vehicles or equipment as needed; and communicating through speech, writing, hearing, and visual observation.
Ability to travel domestically, including by air and car.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of experience in a food plant maintenance leadership role.
Professional Engineer license or Engineer-in-Training license.
OSHA 10/30 certification.
HVAC license.
Knowledge of and experience with USDA and FDA.
Knowledge of and experience with GMP.
Knowledge of basic accounting.

Responsibilities

Oversee repair, maintenance, and installation of electrical components, machines, tools, and equipment in manufacturing operations.
Eliminate causes of failure and support full useful equipment life in coordination with daily maintenance.
Schedule equipment repair, maintenance, and installation to support continuous production operations.
Inspect operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards.
Review production, quality, and maintenance reports and statistics to plan and modify maintenance activities.
Use the OEE tracking system to develop proactive strategies to reduce downtime.
Manage activities in the OEE software system, assign task ownership across the department, and ensure assigned actions are completed.
Prepare and operate within the established maintenance operating budget and monitor departmental expenditures.
Direct plant capital spending and projects through completion, coordinating with vendors as appropriate.
Assist with planning and cost estimates for annual and long-term capital budgets.
Lead the Maintenance Systems team, including motivation, training, performance, and development.
Manage all maintenance department metrics.
Lead, manage, and direct activities for the Planned Maintenance Pillar.
Maintain complete equipment maintenance records and Preventative Maintenance schedules.
Assess and recommend enhancements to existing or new Preventative Maintenance schedules.
Direct building operations, including maintenance, repairs, and renovations.
Oversee work through report reviews, site inspections, and discussions with operations and vendors concerning electrical and plumbing equipment, HVAC systems, electric motors, ventilating fans, air conditioning, and electrical control units.
Establish criteria to assess the quality of work performed by associates and contractors.
Investigate building, equipment, and grounds conditions and recommend facility improvements to meet needs.
Promote safety throughout the maintenance organization.
Assess, train, and guide the Maintenance team, restructuring it as needed based on business needs.
Ensure buildings and equipment meet OSHA and state regulatory requirements.
Support the VA Plant Manager and Head of Facilities and Engineering.
Perform other duties as assigned; duties and responsibilities may be modified to meet business requirements.