Plant Maintenance Manager in Norwalk, Iowa at Loffredo Fresh Foods

As a Plant Maintenance Manager, you will lead and direct the plant’s maintenance function in a dynamic 24/6 operation. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, particularly Quality Assurance and Operations, to promote and support food safety, product quality, and operational efficiency. You will also play a key role in developing your team through coaching, training, and hands-on troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical systems. This is a critical position responsible for ensuring equipment effectiveness, proper maintenance protocols, and the overall upkeep of the facility and grounds.

Pay: Please submit your compensation range with your resume.

What we look for:

• A minimum of 5 years of supervisory/management experience in maintenance or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of electrical troubleshooting, including the ability to read schematics.
• Basic knowledge of refrigeration systems.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with an ability to foster collaboration across teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices and equipment management.

What you’ll do:

• SAFETY FIRST. Must be able to safely operate plant equipment at all times and follow all safety guidelines
• Provide leadership and direction to the plant maintenance team in a 24-hour, 6-day week operation.
• Actively promote and support food safety, GMPs, HACCP, and sanitation standards, collaborating with Quality Assurance, plant management, and employees to ensure compliance.
• Evaluate the skills and abilities of maintenance personnel; establish training programs to foster growth and development.
• Troubleshoot machinery and process systems during breakdowns, ensuring minimal downtime by coordinating preventive maintenance and repair work with production and packaging supervisors.
• Maintain positive and effective communication with plant management, supervisors, service groups, and employees to ensure smooth operational processes.
• Manage all maintenance and technical needs for the facility and grounds, ensuring all systems operate at optimal performance.
• Implement corrective actions using key maintenance performance indicators to improve overall equipment effectiveness.
• Stay current with industry regulations, codes, and best practices related to mechanical and electrical systems.
• Engage in planning, evaluating, organizing, and delegating tasks to ensure the effective operation of the maintenance team.
• Manage employee selection, retention, development, and performance, ensuring a highly motivated and capable team.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.