Job Title: Maintenance Manager
Location: Louisville, KY 
Salary: $70,000- $80,000

About the Role:

The Maintenance Supervisor oversees technical support personnel and ensures the general maintenance, safety, and operational efficiency of all plant facilities and equipment. This role is critical in maintaining the smooth and safe operation of processing systems, production equipment, and the physical plant infrastructure within a food and beverage manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise maintenance activities and ensure safe operation of the physical plant and all production equipment

Develop and manage preventive maintenance (PM) procedures with OEM guidance for all systems and machinery

Execute and oversee all tasks related to the Maintenance Work Order system

Perform regular facility and equipment inspections to ensure safety and operational reliability

Plan, coordinate, and supervise PMs, repairs, equipment installations, and pre-installation activities

Monitor system-critical plant components and ensure functionality

Maintain spare parts inventory and order replacements as needed

Manage vendor and contractor relationships for service and support

Track and analyze energy/resource usage trends

Stay informed on and ensure compliance with SQF, federal, and state safety regulations (with guidance from Sr. QA and Technical Services Managers)

Safely operate forklifts including stacking, truck loading/unloading, and maneuvering in tight spaces

Ensure all equipment is maintained in safe and food-safe operating condition

Qualifications / Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Experience in food manufacturing strongly preferred

Certifications in general maintenance disciplines such as electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and conveyor systems preferred

Proficient with PLC systems and common industrial control systems

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Computer literate; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Demonstrates a positive work ethic, adaptability, and dependability

Maintains a professional demeanor and appearance

Able to interpret instructions and solve problems with varying complexity

Physical Requirements:

Activities: Standing, walking for extended periods, bending, stooping, and lifting

Hearing: Ability to hear in loud environments and understand verbal instructions

Repetitive Motion: Frequent use of hands, wrists, and fingers

Vision: Sufficient to inspect equipment, read documents, and operate machinery

Strength/Dexterity: Regularly lift/move up to 50 lbs; able to coordinate and supervise equipment relocation using lifting tools

Working Conditions:

Environment involves extended hours in a food/beverage processing facility

Conditions may include exposure to hot or cold temperatures depending on season

Must be comfortable working around noise and production-related activity