Manager Maintenance I-1st Shift-Gadsden Plant

Tyson•Gadsden, AL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This role leads all maintenance operations within the facility, including production equipment, building systems, utilities, ammonia refrigeration systems, offal operations, and wastewater treatment. It is responsible for equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, employee safety, budget management, and continuous improvement initiatives. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 4:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with occasional weekends based on plant projects and operational needs. Limited domestic travel of 1–5 trips per year is required.

Requirements

At least 6 years of maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of electrical systems, industrial refrigeration, hydraulics, and mechanical maintenance.
Experience supervising maintenance teams.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with standard computer applications and maintenance management systems.
Willingness and ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, following company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise maintenance personnel and daily maintenance operations.
Oversee production equipment, utilities, refrigeration, wastewater, and facility systems.
Plan and implement plant improvements, expansions, and capital projects.
Reduce downtime by monitoring equipment performance and addressing issues proactively.
Manage preventive maintenance programs and work orders through SAP.
Maintain appropriate inventory levels for replacement parts and maintenance supplies.
Analyze maintenance data to improve asset utilization, preventive maintenance compliance, and maintenance costs.
Ensure maintenance employees receive proper training and development.
Enforce safety, OSHA, PSM, environmental, and company compliance requirements.
Administer department budgets and support achievement of financial goals.
Manage purchasing activities for maintenance materials, parts, and equipment.
As a people leader, drive responsible adoption of approved AI solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.