Maintenance Manager

CHESAPEAKE SPICE CO LLC•Belcamp, MD

3d•$110,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for the oversight and execution of all maintenance activities within our spice and blending production facility. This includes managing equipment maintenance, facility upkeep, and the technical team to ensure production lines operate efficiently, safely, and in compliance with food safety and regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, GMP, BRC). The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial maintenance, preferably within the food manufacturing or seasoning industry, and can balance hands-on technical tasks with strategic leadership and planning.

Requirements

7+ years of maintenance experience in a food manufacturing or spice/blending environment, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or management role.
Technical degree, certification, or equivalent experience in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance.
Strong knowledge of food-grade equipment, sanitation standards, and preventive maintenance systems (e.g., CMMS).
Working knowledge of PLC systems, HVAC, compressed air systems, and electrical troubleshooting.
Familiarity with food safety and quality systems including GMP, HACCP, SQF, and FDA regulations.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to analyze and solve problems quickly and efficiently.
Familiarity with budget planning and performance tracking.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a preventative maintenance program for all spice blending, grinding, packaging, and facility equipment.
Ensure all machinery—including mixers, blenders, grinders, conveyors, sifters, milling and packaging equipment—is operating efficiently and safely.
Manage inventory of spare parts, tools, and maintenance supplies, coordinate procurement when necessary.
Monitor and control the maintenance budget and recommend improvements to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
Supervise and lead a team of maintenance technicians, mechanics, fabricators, electricians and custodians.
Plan, Coordinate and oversee all maintenance and repair activities across the facility.
Maintain accurate maintenance logs, equipment manuals, repair records, and compliance documents (e.g., GMP, HACCP).
Implement and enforce safety protocols and ensure compliance with OSHA, FDA, and other relevant regulations.
Coordinate with production, operations, and other departments to minimize downtime and meet production goals.
Oversee installation of new machinery or equipment as needed.
Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, or structural issues.
Train maintenance staff and ensure ongoing development and adherence to safety protocols.