Food Manufacturing Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager – Food Manufacturing | Cherokee, IA | Onsite

Salary: $120K–$160K DOE + discretionary bonus
Shift: 1st Shift (7 AM–5 PM, M–F) with occasional 2nd/3rd shift or weekend support
Location: Cherokee, Iowa – Onsite

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead and optimize plant maintenance operations in a high-volume food manufacturing facility. You will oversee the maintenance of production equipment, building systems, refrigeration, and plant grounds, ensuring efficiency, safety, and compliance with OSHA and other regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage plant maintenance teams and coordinate maintenance of bread, batter, fryer, refrigeration, and protein processing systems.
• Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance plans to maximize equipment uptime.
• Oversee plant layout changes, capital and expense budget projects, and vendor/contractor work.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, including OSHA, and maintain a proactive safety culture.
• Provide tools, training, and resources for maintenance staff to succeed.
• Troubleshoot and solve mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, and PLC system issues efficiently.

Qualifications:

• Education: Associate's degree or equivalent experience in electrical/mechanical fields.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of maintenance management in food manufacturing (bread, batter, fryer).
• Skills: Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude; CAD and PLC knowledge; refrigeration/ammonia experience.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple projects, and communicate with senior management.
• Other: OSHA 30-hour certification or equivalent; ability to work in environments from -40F to 110F; use of PPE, including safety glasses and hearing protection.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs occasionally, walk and stand as needed, and work in noisy or temperature-extreme environments.

Why Join Us:

• Competitive salary with bonus potential
• Opportunity to lead a dynamic team in a high-volume food production environment
• Hands-on role with career growth in food manufacturing operations

Apply Now to lead maintenance operations in a growing food manufacturing plant in Cherokee, IA.