Maintenance Manager - Beverage

As the Maintenance Manager in our beverage manufacturing facility, you are the driving force behind the reliability, safety, and performance of our equipment and utilities. You lead a team of skilled maintenance technicians, ensuring that every line runs smoothly, every system performs efficiently, and every product meets our high-quality standards.

You take ownership of maintenance operations - planning, prioritizing, and executing work that keeps production flowing. You balance hands-on problem-solving with strategic planning, and you thrive in a fast-paced environment where equipment uptime, safety, and continuous improvement are your top priorities.

What You'll Do

• Lead, train, and motivate your maintenance team to deliver exceptional results.

• Plan and oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on all production, packaging, and utility systems - including fillers, cappers, conveyors, mixers, pasteurizers, and compressors.

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and automation issues to minimize downtime.

• Partner with production, engineering, and quality teams to improve processes and equipment reliability.

• Manage your daily maintenance schedule and assign work based on plant priorities.

• Use a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to plan, track, and document all maintenance activities.

• Ensure that you and your team comply with all GMP, OSHA, and FDA safety and quality standards.

• Control maintenance costs by managing labor, spare parts, and capital expenses efficiently.

• Drive reliability initiatives that increase uptime and extend equipment life.

• Lead by example - enforcing safety policies, promoting preventive maintenance, and creating a culture of accountability.

• Participate in audits, inspections, and cross-functional projects to support plant performance goals.

What You'll Bring

• A degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• At least 5 years of maintenance leadership in a beverage, food, or high-speed manufacturing environment.

• Deep understanding of processing and packaging systems used in beverage production.

• Strong skills in mechanical, electrical, and control systems troubleshooting.

• Experience with PLC-based automation systems and industrial controls.

• Proficiency in CMMS software and maintenance planning.

• Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, and safety regulations.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.

• A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on continuous improvement.