Engineering Jobs in Erie County, OH

Job Description:

A well-established food manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations within a high-volume production facility. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring the reliable operation of all production equipment and facility systems while implementing maintenance strategies that minimize downtime, maintain food safety standards, and maximize operational productivity.

Job Responsibilities:

Maintenance Leadership & Team Management

• Direct, mentor, and supervise the maintenance team while providing coaching and training to strengthen technical capabilities
• Establish maintenance priorities, assign tasks, and ensure proper staffing and coverage across production shifts
• Promote a safety-first culture and ensure strict adherence to company safety procedures and regulatory standards

Equipment Reliability & Maintenance Programs

• Develop, implement, and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and minimize unplanned downtime
• Oversee the repair, troubleshooting, and installation of production equipment and facility systems
• Ensure the proper maintenance of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic components across the facility

Operations & Performance Management

• Track and analyze key performance indicators such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) to identify root causes of equipment failures and drive improvements
• Utilize CMMS systems to schedule maintenance, track work orders, maintain equipment histories, and manage spare parts inventory
• Partner with production, quality assurance, and engineering teams to support efficient plant operations

Vendor & Contractor Coordination

• Manage relationships with external vendors and contractors for specialized repairs, services, and equipment installations
• Coordinate and oversee outside maintenance activities to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency

Compliance & Food Safety

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP requirements, OSHA regulations, and food safety standards
• Participate in internal and external audits to ensure maintenance records and procedures meet regulatory requirements

Budgeting & Capital Projects

• Develop and manage the maintenance department budget, including monitoring expenses related to parts, repairs, and contractors
• Lead capital projects involving equipment upgrades, facility improvements, and process optimization, including planning, budgeting, vendor coordination, and project timelines.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving efficiency, reliability, and cost control.
• Implement best practices such as Lean Manufacturing and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, preferably within food manufacturing or a regulated production environment
• Prior management or supervisory experience leading maintenance teams
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment and automated production lines
• Knowledge of electrical systems including 480V three-phase power
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for work order management and equipment tracking
• Strong understanding of food safety and workplace safety regulations, including GMPs, HACCP, OSHA, and FDA standards
• Experience in food manufacturing, specifically canned good
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and maintenance documentation systems
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field
• Experience working with high-speed food production or packaging equipment
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and other continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience managing capital improvement or facility upgrade projects

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Advanced troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and operational priorities
• Strong cross-functional collaboration with production, engineering, and quality teams
• Commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence