Maintenance Manager

Job Description

Are you a hands-on maintenance leader who’s ready to make a real impact?

We’re working with a rapidly growing better-for-you meat processor in Northern California that’s rethinking what protein can be — high-quality, clean-label, and responsibly made. This is your chance to join a company that’s not only investing in innovation and growth, but also in you.

They’re looking for a Maintenance Manager who doesn’t just keep the plant running, but who builds the systems, teams, and culture to elevate it.

Why This Role is a Game-Changer:

• Own the Maintenance Strategy: Lead and develop a high-performing team that supports production, facilities, utilities, and capital projects — all in a fast-paced food environment.
• Build from the Ground Up: Champion a full CMMS rollout and transform maintenance into a proactive, data-driven function.
• High Visibility & Impact: Report directly to senior leadership with influence over R&M budgets, capital planning, and plant-wide reliability initiatives.
• Be the Culture Builder: Shape a safety-first, food-safety-compliant, and performance-driven team that takes pride in doing things the right way.

What You’ll Tackle:

• Lead, mentor, and grow a skilled team of technicians
• Execute preventive, predictive, and emergency maintenance programs
• Implement and optimize CMMS to track performance and costs
• Oversee utilities, packaging/processing equipment, and building infrastructure
• Manage a 7-figure R&M budget while driving uptime and efficiency
• Lead and execute capital projects from scope to completion
• Reinforce food safety (GMPs, HACCP) and OSHA compliance daily

What You Bring to the Table:

• 7–10+ years in maintenance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Deep knowledge of electrical systems, PLCs, utilities (steam, HVAC), and food processing equipment
• Strong background in CMMS optimization, vendor management, and project execution
• Ability to read P&IDs, schematics, and troubleshoot complex systems
• A steady hand under pressure, with a passion for coaching and culture-building
• Engineering degree is a plus — but not required if you bring equivalent experience

Perks & Culture:

• Growth-minded, innovation-driven company culture
• High visibility and autonomy in a mission-critical role
• Competitive pay, performance bonus, and full benefits (medical, dental, retirement)