Key Responsibilities

Maintenance Program & CMMS Ownership

• Administer and continuously improve the CMMS system (work orders, preventative maintenance schedules, reporting). 
• Ensure all work orders are properly assigned, documented, and closed in a timely manner. 
• Develop metrics and reporting to monitor equipment performance, downtime, and maintenance effectiveness. 
• Expand preventative maintenance schedules based on failure history, OEM recommendations, and continuous improvement initiatives. 

Equipment & Technical Maintenance

• Oversee preventative and reactive maintenance for production machinery (tempering systems, depositors, flow wrappers, cartoners, refrigeration, etc.). 
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and PLC-driven systems. 
• Conduct equipment inspections, identify risks, and recommend upgrades or replacements as needed. 
• Support capital projects, new equipment installations, and line upgrades. 

Facility & Contractor Management

• Manage the maintenance and upkeep of facility infrastructure (HVAC, roofing, plumbing, fire safety, chilling systems, utilities). 
• Serve as the primary liaison with sub-contractors for specialized services (e.g., roofing, HVAC, refrigeration, fire protection, electrical, plumbing). 
• Schedule and oversee contractor work to ensure minimal disruption to production. 
• Ensure building and equipment compliance with all regulatory requirements (safety, environmental, fire codes, food safety). 

Leadership & Administration

• Lead, train, and support a small maintenance team (currently two members). 
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, service records, and compliance documentation in line with food safety standards (FDA, SQF, HACCP, etc.). 
• Manage spare parts inventory, vendor relationships, and the maintenance budget. 
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. 

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Qualifications

Required:

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in food manufacturing, confectionery, or other process industries. 
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, refrigeration, and PLC systems. 
• Demonstrated experience with CMMS systems (administration, reporting, and program development). 
• Proven ability to manage contractors and facility systems (HVAC, refrigeration, fire safety, roofing, etc.). 
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and communication skills. 
• Ability to balance administrative work with hands-on technical responsibilities. 

Preferred:

• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience. 
• Experience with confectionery or chocolate processing and packaging equipment. 
• Familiarity with SQF, HACCP, and FDA compliance requirements. 
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement practices. 

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Success in This Role

• Proactive maintenance and CMMS-driven scheduling minimize unplanned downtime. 
• All facility systems (HVAC, fire safety, refrigeration, etc.) remain in compliance and operational. 
• Contractors are effectively managed to deliver timely, cost-effective services. 
• Accurate, timely, and audit-ready documentation of maintenance activities. 
• A motivated, safety-minded maintenance team that supports the factory’s growth.