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CareersInFood.com · 1 day ago

Director of Maintenance

Hope, AR

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

5+ years exp

CareersInFood.com is seeking a hands-on, results-driven Director of Maintenance with a manufacturing and mechanical engineering background. The role involves leading process improvement initiatives and managing a maintenance team to optimize manufacturing operations and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Human ResourcesManufacturing

Hiring Manager

Andi Thornbury

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the daily operations of the maintenance department, including a staff of supervisors, technicians, and maintenance personnel

Take ownership of the preventive maintenance program: evaluate, redesign, and enforce adherence to ensure full compliance and performance

Ensure all maintenance and engineering tasks are clearly assigned, tracked, and completed on schedule

Identify and implement process improvement strategies to reduce waste, increase efficiency, and improve product quality (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)

Oversee the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes, tools, and equipment

Serve as a key liaison between maintenance, production, quality teams

Monitor KPIs and track progress toward operational goals

Lead capital projects and equipment upgrades, ensuring completion on time and within budget

Provide technical support and training to staff to ensure adherence to safety, compliance, and quality standards

Maintain strong vendor and contractor relationships as needed for technical services or equipment purchases

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringLean ManufacturingProcess ImprovementSix Sigma CertificationCAD SoftwareProject ManagementCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational Skills