Manager II, Engineering & Maintenance

Americold • Milwaukie, OR

6h

About The Position

The Manager II, Engineering & Maintenance oversees daily maintenance operations across multiple warehouses or a single complex facility. The role ensures the installation, repair, and upkeep of machines, equipment, and utility systems, and manages engineering and maintenance teams by setting performance objectives and monitoring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Occasional travel of up to 5–12% may be required for development, training, and other business needs.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of maintenance experience, including at least 3 years directly managing or supervising others.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and prioritize effectively.
• Competence in mechanical and basic electrical concepts, with the ability to work hands-on in mechanically oriented situations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Experience with SAP or Oracle CMMS platforms.
• Ability to work in spaces with 55 inches (1.4 meters) of headroom.
• Ability to tolerate controlled indoor temperatures from 32°F (0°C) to -45°F (-43°C), as well as outdoor ambient temperatures, including heat, cold, and precipitation.
• Ability to climb ladders or step ladders and tolerate heights up to 30 feet (9 meters), including accessing elevated products from inside a safety cage.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment required for work at heights and in cold temperatures.
• Ability to stand and/or walk continuously or frequently during an 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shift; occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling may be required.
• Ability to frequently step up onto or down from material handling equipment.
• Ability to perform fine articulation movements with fingers, hands, and/or feet to operate equipment.
• Depending on the specific role, ability to lift boxes weighing up to 80 pounds (36 kg) and carry product up to 6 feet (2 meters) without mechanical assistance.
• Required vision abilities include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to hear, speak, comprehend, respond to, and provide instructions and safety warnings, and to read and understand packaging, shipping documents, and safety guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree or higher in a field relevant to facility maintenance.
• CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional) or similar certification.
• Completion of all eight RETA courses.
• RETA CARO, RETA CIRO, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with ISO standards.
• Material Handling Equipment (Forklift) knowledge and certification.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to build mentoring relationships and contribute to team development.

Responsibilities

• Direct and assign work to engineering and maintenance associates, set performance objectives, and monitor team performance.
• Prepare annual maintenance budgets, schedule expenditures, analyze variances, and initiate corrective actions to achieve financial objectives.
• Determine work priorities and schedule repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment to support operational productivity.
• Design, implement, and modify preventive maintenance programs by reviewing reports, inspecting equipment, and ensuring operational standards are met.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and state codes, maintain a safe and clean working environment, and protect employees and visitors.
• Maintain and analyze equipment reliability reports, initiate improvement action plans, and ensure material handling equipment is operational and in good repair.
• Execute capital projects, including obtaining bids, submitting requests, and managing contractors and vendors.
• Perform other essential duties as applicable and assigned.

What This Job Offers

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