SeniorMaintenanceManager

**Overview:** The Senior Maintenance Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient operation of machinery and equipment within a food manufacturing facility. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, this position is responsible for leading and managing the maintenance department to ensure preventive maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting are conducted effectively to minimize downtime and maintain product quality and safety standards. **What You 'll Do:** * Lead and oversee all maintenance activities, including preventive maintenance programs, repairs, and troubleshooting of machinery, equipment, and facilities, to ensure continuous operation and minimize production interruptions. * Develop and implement maintenance strategies, plans, and schedules to optimize equipment reliability, availability, and performance while maximizing operational efficiency and minimizing maintenance costs. * Coordinate with production, engineering, and other departments to prioritize maintenance activities, schedule downtime, and minimize impact on production schedules. * Manage maintenance technicians and staff, including hiring, training, performance management, and development, to ensure a skilled and motivated workforce capable of meeting maintenance objectives. * Establish and enforce safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment for maintenance staff, including compliance with OSHA regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. * Develop and maintain maintenance budgets, track expenses, and manage spare parts inventory to ensure cost-effective maintenance operations. * Implement and utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to track work orders, maintenance activities, equipment history, and performance metrics. * Monitor equipment performance, analyze maintenance data, and identify opportunities for improvement in equipment reliability, efficiency, and maintenance processes. * Coll