MAINTENANCE MANAGER

Soli Organic Inc•Anderson, SC

43d

About The Position

SUMMARY: The Maintenance Manager is responsible for ensuring assigned site(s) are maintained in safe and reliable working condition that supports uninterrupted operations and complies with OSHA and company safety standards. This role leads and develops the maintenance team, oversees preventive and corrective maintenance activities, prioritizes work orders, and partners with site leadership on facility planning and continuous improvement. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Leads the maintenance team including scheduling, task assignment, training, coaching, and performance management. Ensures compliance with safety standards and proper use of tools, equipment, and PPE; maintains clean and safe work areas. Communicates regularly with site leadership on maintenance activities, staffing needs, safety concerns, and project updates. Maintains strong time management and prioritizes tasks for the department to ensure the team is moving in the most efficient direction. Helps to develop and execute preventive maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime and extend asset life. Continually looking to improve reliability. Coordinates maintenance work with internal partners. As well as working with external resources to support short-term and long-term farm functions. Performs and/or directs troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, HVAC, and facility systems. Responds to emergency repair needs and oversees scheduled repairs during planned downtime. Farms operate 24/7 Has the ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and work orders to ensure accurate maintenance execution. Ensure proper care and inventory of tools, equipment, and materials. Adheres to all company policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
7–10 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
Minimum 3 years of maintenance team leadership or supervisory experience.
Technical training, craft apprenticeship, licensure, or equivalent background.
Working knowledge of pneumatic, mechanical, and industrial systems.
Experience with PLC and HVAC troubleshooting.
Proficient with standard tools and diagnostic equipment.
Good verbal and written communication

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Facilities Management, related field.
Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) or related certification.
Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
Effective problem-solving and root cause analysis capability.
Ability to prioritize work and operate with minimal supervision.
Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks.
Flexible schedule to support facility needs.

Responsibilities

Leads the maintenance team including scheduling, task assignment, training, coaching, and performance management.
Ensures compliance with safety standards and proper use of tools, equipment, and PPE; maintains clean and safe work areas.
Communicates regularly with site leadership on maintenance activities, staffing needs, safety concerns, and project updates.
Maintains strong time management and prioritizes tasks for the department to ensure the team is moving in the most efficient direction.
Helps to develop and execute preventive maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime and extend asset life. Continually looking to improve reliability.
Coordinates maintenance work with internal partners. As well as working with external resources to support short-term and long-term farm functions.
Performs and/or directs troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, HVAC, and facility systems.
Responds to emergency repair needs and oversees scheduled repairs during planned downtime. Farms operate 24/7
Has the ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and work orders to ensure accurate maintenance execution.
Ensure proper care and inventory of tools, equipment, and materials.
Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.