Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager

At Emmi Roth, we're passionate about creating exceptional cheeses. As a leader in the specialty cheese industry, we blend traditional craftsmanship with innovation. Our commitment to local sourcing and quality makes us a trusted brand in the food industry.

Joining Emmi Roth means becoming part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and a shared dedication to excellence. You'll have the opportunity to work with some of the finest cheeses in the world while contributing to a company that prides itself on both heritage and progress. If you're passionate about food, craftsmanship, and making an impact, we'd love for you to be a part of our journey!

Summary

Maintenance Manager oversees a variety of activities to ensure plant equipment and facilities are in optimum operating condition. Designs and implements strategies to insure that facilities run smoothly and efficiently. Also coaches and develops Maintenance Lead, Technicians and Apprentices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Directs and schedules Maintenance Technicians including interviewing, hiring, training, planning and schedule, performance reviews, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving issues

Works with Engineering Manager, Plant Manager, Automations Manager, and Maintenance Planner in scheduling maintenance in a manner, which maximizes the department's capabilities while meeting the plant's needs

Leads team meetings.

Oversees and manages the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)

Ensures maintenance information is properly communicated within the organization

Creates, tracks, reviews, and maintains the maintenance budget

Work with contractors and vendors for project and equipment quotes and scheduling work

Provides audit and inspection support

Develops, maintains, and oversee the Preventative Maintenance process & schedules

Partners with operations to identify and execute continuous improvement projects to improve safety, efficiency, and cost savings.

Oversees contractors work, maintaining good relationships with vendors and ensuring all safety and quality protocols are followed.

Oversees cleaning and maintenance of grounds, parking lots, fencing and building facilities (e.g., plumbing)

Ensure team members complete work orders, records, logs and other written or computer-based documents accurately and timely

Troubleshoot complex problems with equipment when maintenance technicians need assistance

Participate in environmental sustainability initiatives

Attend and actively participate within local plant maintenance and weekly operations reviews

Actively participate on teams that improve workplace safety, troubleshoot production issues, reduce waste and improve factory efficiencies

Perform all duties as assigned

Adhere to ERU food safety policies and all government food safety and sanitation regulations (ex. FDA, HACCP, GMP, OSHA)

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED Required

Minimum of a Technical degree in Technical / Engineering discipline and 5 years experience in maintenance management or mechanics; or an equivalent combination of education and experience required

3+ years experience in management / supervisory role preferred

Valid driver's license

Ability to operate Forklift, scissors, and aerial lifts

Strong skill set and education within electrical, mechanical automation, PLC and SCADA systems

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages

Good computer skills including e-mail, word processing, and spreadsheets

Read and understand technical drawings (e.g., blueprints, electronic / mechanical schematics, equipment manuals) to repair / maintain equipment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work with automated equipment and power equipment

Ability to multi-task and prioritize under pressure

Ability to work in cross-functional teams

Good organization and problem-solving skills

Detail-oriented nature

Moderate travel required