Maintenance Manager

Bay State Milling Company•Phoenix, AZ

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Manager provides overall leadership for the plant maintenance department. This individual is responsible for preventative maintenance, plant project efforts, and plant budget considerations relative to all plant maintenance operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or related field).
5+ years in a manufacturing or plant engineering & maintenance role with demonstrated leadership experience.
Proven experience leading a maintenance team, including planners, electricians, mechanics, and supervisors.
Proven experience implementing and managing CMMS/Asset Care programs (required).
Experience with PLC systems (required), including programming, troubleshooting, and optimization.
Strong knowledge of facilities and utility systems, including power distribution, compressed air plants, and fire safety systems.
Expertise in maintenance management, reliability-centered maintenance, and inventory control.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems, automation, and plant equipment.
Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar process improvement methodologies.
Exceptional problem-solving, troubleshooting, and project management skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for cross-department collaboration.
Ability to speak fluent English as primary language.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret memo, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write in English and complete reports.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to define and solve problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instruction in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables at any given time.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear.
Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb or balance, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to focus.
The work environment is essentially in a plant manufacturing facility, containing various amounts of dust in the atmosphere, related to the cleaning and milling of wheat.
Frequent contact with operational aspects of the plant site, plant-operating personnel, and lab and office employees is essential.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, and outdoor temperature, which will reach in excess of 100 degrees F.
The noise level in the work environment will be in excess of 100 dB. Hearing protection is required in certain areas of the plant.
All employees are required to be trained on and adhere to the Good Manufacturing Policies set forth by the Company as they pertain to personnel practices, equipment, and facilities.
It is also vital that all employees be aware of the work environment and when possible, prevent accidental or intentional adulteration of products produced at this facility.
Ensures that appropriate individuals are informed about matters impacting their areas of responsibility; works well with others; shares knowledge and experience with others; demonstrates respect and consideration for others' opinions; contributes to the overall task of the team.
Demonstrates integrity; works effectively in teams; facilitates inter-departmental cooperation; cooperates with supervision and peers to accomplish work assignments; helps create and maintain effective working relationships.
Follows through on tasks; requires minimum supervision and follows instructions and procedures.
Arrives at work on time; follows Company policies on vacations, leaves, etc.
Observes Company rules; completes tasks within deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree a plus.
Reliability certification (e.g., Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional - CMRP) is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee and optimize milling and production systems and equipment to maximize efficiency and reliability.
Act as the owner of local IT, operations technology (OT), and PLC systems, maximizing productivity of plant operations.
Maintain and update engineering prints, drawings, and documentation for all plant systems and equipment.
Lead root cause investigations for safety, compliance, or breakdown related incidents, implementing corrective actions as needed.
Lead and manage the plant maintenance team, including planners, purchasing staff, electricians, mechanics.
Establish clear goals, roles, and responsibilities for team members to drive efficiency and accountability.
Manage the plant maintenance function, including the implementation and oversight of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Lead the development and execution of Asset Care programs, ensuring reliability-centered maintenance initiatives to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime.
Oversee the spare parts and purchasing/replenishment functions, including stockroom management.
Ensure the proper functioning, maintenance, and reliability of plant utilities, including power distribution, compressed air systems, and other critical infrastructure.
Oversee safety systems, including fire alarm and suppression systems, to ensure regulatory compliance and effective risk management.
Ensure compliance with all facility regulatory requirements, including air emissions, stormwater management, and crane & hoist inspections.
Act as the local owner of the Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program, ensuring compliance, training, and proper implementation of safety protocols.
Conduct routine audits, inspections, and documentation to maintain compliance with company policies and external regulations.
Plan, manage, and execute capital projects, including equipment upgrades, facility expansions, and new technology integration.
Develop project plans, budgets, and schedules, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives.
Manage the plant’s stockroom, optimizing inventory of critical spare parts and supplies.
Lead purchasing and replenishment functions to maintain operational readiness and reduce downtime risk.
Implement best practices for inventory tracking and cost optimization.
Serve as the technical advisor to plant leadership, providing data-driven recommendations for improvement.
Mentor and train maintenance and operations teams, fostering a culture of technical expertise and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with quality assurance, production, and warehouse/logistics teams to meet operational and business targets.