Maintenance Manager

POET • Shell Rock, IA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Manager supervises the Maintenance Department and works with the Plant Management team to coordinate plans that maximize bioprocessing performance. The role coordinates and supports facility maintenance team members and contractors to complete work safely and efficiently. Responsibilities include developing preventive maintenance schedules for process equipment, maintaining current Standard Operating Procedures, supporting facility reliability, and coordinating shutdowns. POET bioprocessing facilities operate continuously, 24 hours a day, and the manager must be available as needed. This is an on-site position in Shell Rock, Iowa.

The manager leads and develops the team; schedules and oversees maintenance work, projects, and preventive maintenance; maintains the Maximo PM and equipment database, inventory, and documentation; and works with contractors, vendors, and other departments to troubleshoot equipment and reduce downtime. The position also contributes to budgets, reporting, regulatory compliance, food safety, product quality, and a safe, environmentally compliant workplace. The role may involve hands-on maintenance work and operating plant and material-handling equipment.

The work environment includes indoor and outdoor areas, extreme heights, confined spaces, and temperatures ranging from -20 to +100 degrees Fahrenheit. Team members must use required PPE and tools and perform the listed physical activities. The position is safety-sensitive and requires passing a pre-employment physical and drug screen; random drug and alcohol testing may occur during employment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or processing environment.
• Knowledge of maintenance procedures for centrifuges, drying equipment, boilers, cooling towers, chillers, air compressors, pumps, valves, electrical circuits and equipment, and 4–20 milliamp instrumentation.
• Experience with fabrication, welding, cutting, equipment repair such as gearboxes and agitator assemblies, boiler operations and water chemistry, conveyors and other material-handling systems, preventive and proactive maintenance, metal or plastic piping fabrication and repair, and instrument and electrical work.
• Working knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations for construction and manufacturing environments.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new programs.
• High personal integrity; effective interpersonal skills; problem-solving and critical-thinking skills; adaptability and ability to promote change; strong organization, time management, and communication; an innovative and objective mindset; self-awareness amid uncertainty; and ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to meet the listed physical and safety requirements, wear required PPE, and pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen; subject to random drug and alcohol testing during employment.

Nice To Haves

• Post-secondary education or formal training in a technical field.
• At least 5 years of supervisory and/or managerial experience.
• Knowledge of cGMP food regulations and compliance with POET biorefinery regulations.
• Knowledge of equipment reliability, predictive and preventive maintenance, and maintenance planning principles.
• Experience with electrical work and repairs, welding, fabrication, concrete work, hydraulics, pneumatic and fluid processes, and reading schematic drawings.
• Experience with maintenance management systems such as Maximo.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead Maintenance Department positions, including recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, delegating, coaching, performance management, and career development.
• Ensure team members are trained in existing maintenance procedures.
• Analyze trends and root causes of failures affecting plant safety, operation, and reliability.
• Support maintenance team members and contractors in completing work safely and efficiently.
• Assist Maintenance Technicians with maintenance duties, routine cleaning and testing, and shutdown work on the floor.
• Schedule and complete work orders and repair or upgrade projects.
• Coordinate facility shutdown planning and execution with the management team.
• Oversee preventive maintenance schedules for equipment and work orders.
• Maintain the preventive maintenance and equipment database in Maximo.
• Remove, install, rebuild, weld, torch, lubricate, and clean equipment associated with bioprocessing processes as assigned.
• Create and present reports on maintenance activities, equipment condition, shutdown planning, and cost control.
• Contact contractors and vendors for troubleshooting and equipment maintenance support.
• Assist with development of the annual Repair and Maintenance budget.
• Maintain spare-parts inventory and supplies and support purchasing in coordination with the maintenance team.
• Work with other operating departments to reduce or eliminate downtime as directed by management.
• Ensure compliance with company, state, and federal regulatory policies and rules, and assist with approved changes.
• Complete daily documentation and required mechanical information accurately and on time.
• Operate equipment such as telehandlers, skid steers, tractors, ATVs, pay loaders, and forklifts.
• Maintain a team environment and represent POET in the community.
• Promote safe behavior and environmental compliance.
• Maintain and advance food safety and product and process quality.
• Perform other duties as needed to support the team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans for individuals and families, including an employer Health Savings Account contribution.
• Quarterly profit-sharing bonuses and bi-annual incentive bonuses.
• Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays, with 40 hours available on day one.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Relocation assistance and bonus programs for qualifying positions and/or locations.
• Wellness program encompassing mental, physical, and spiritual health.
• Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements.
• Safety and cold-weather gear reimbursements.
• Discounted home and auto insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED