Maintenance Manager

Lakeside Foods • Weston, OR

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Manager oversees maintenance operations, equipment reliability, facility performance, and capital improvement initiatives at Lakeside Foods’ Weston, Oregon facility. This working manager leads and develops the maintenance team, coordinates work by employees and contractors, ensures equipment uptime, and maintains preventative maintenance programs. The role supports industrial ammonia refrigeration systems and plant safety, food safety, and regulatory compliance. It also manages budgets, vendors, maintenance inventories, records, and capital projects, while driving continuous improvement to increase reliability and reduce downtime.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Five or more years of maintenance experience in food manufacturing, industrial manufacturing, cold storage, or a related production environment required.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, utility, and facility systems.
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial production equipment and support systems.
• Working knowledge of industrial ammonia refrigeration systems and engine room operations required.
• Knowledge of ammonia refrigeration safety practices, emergency response procedures, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and electrical diagrams.
• Experience developing and managing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Strong understanding of GMPs, HACCP/Preventive Controls, sanitation requirements, and food safety standards.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Arc Flash, machine guarding, and industrial safety best practices.
• Experience managing maintenance budgets, contractors, vendors, and capital projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent leadership, team development, communication, and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency using CMMS software, maintenance management systems, and standard business applications.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering, Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, or a related field.
• Three to five years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Experience working in facilities governed by Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Program (RMP) regulations.
• RETA certification, ammonia refrigeration certification, boiler operator licensing, or related industrial refrigeration credentials.
• OSHA 10- or 30-Hour Certification, or willingness to obtain it through company-sponsored training.
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification, or willingness to obtain it through company-sponsored training.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop maintenance team members, setting clear performance expectations and accountability.
• Schedule, prioritize, and assign maintenance work to employees and outside contractors.
• Ensure team members are trained and competent to perform their duties safely and effectively.
• Serve as the primary contact for maintenance-related emergencies.
• Coordinate daily maintenance activities in support of operational and reliability goals.
• Develop, implement, and improve preventative maintenance programs and procedures.
• Oversee maintenance repairs, equipment installations, and facility improvements to maximize reliability and plant efficiency.
• Conduct facility and equipment inspections and ensure identified issues are resolved promptly.
• Perform hands-on maintenance activities as needed in a working manager capacity.
• Troubleshoot and oversee repairs involving mechanical, electrical, plumbing, utility, facility, and industrial refrigeration systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and electrical diagrams.
• Identify, develop, justify, and manage capital improvement projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and execution.
• Support procurement, installation, startup, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Manage maintenance budgets, vendor relationships, contractor services, inventories, and spare parts programs.
• Evaluate repair costs and recommend cost-effective solutions.
• Maintain required facility permits and coordinate inspections with regulatory agencies and service providers.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Arc Flash standards, and company safety programs.
• Support compliance with GMPs, HACCP/Preventive Controls, sanitation requirements, and food safety standards.
• Ensure equipment is cleaned and sanitized following maintenance activities.
• Maintain maintenance records, work orders, downtime metrics, and department reports.
• Analyze maintenance performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and reduce downtime.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A choice of three affordable healthcare coverage options
• Vision coverage
• Dental coverage
• Health savings account with employer contribution and flexible spending accounts
• Retirement planning, including profit sharing and 401(k) match
• Company-provided life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off including vacation, personal days, and holidays
• Educational and professional development assistance
• Wellness programs and fitness reimbursement
• Dependent scholarship program
• Career growth opportunities
• Internships and apprenticeships

What This Job Offers

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