Maintenance Manager

Richfield, MN
$140,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

10 days ago
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Are you a hands-on maintenance leader who thrives in fast-paced manufacturing Maintenance environments? Do you know your way around processing equipment and enjoy building structure, leading teams, and taking real ownership? If so, we want to talk to you.gpac is working with a client company who is seeking a Maintenance Manager for a privately owned protein manufacturer that’s been in business for over 60 years in the Twin Cities area and is entering a phase of growth, investment, and innovation. This is a high-impact, leadership role where you’ll guide a strong but direction-needing maintenance team and help drive plant reliability, safety, and performance.What You’ll Do:

Lead and manage a team of technicians – providing structure, accountability, and support
Create and execute a preventative maintenance (PM) program
Oversee multiple-day shutdowns, equipment repairs, and installations
Order parts, manage inventory, and control maintenance spend
Set the example for OSHA, food safety, and clean working standards
Be on the floor — this is not a behind-the-desk role
Work closely with ownership and plant leadership to drive continuous improvement
Ensure the plant is always left in better shape than it was found

Qualifications:

3-5 years of experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintain a positive attitude
Punctual, dependable and reliable
Computer knowledge is preferred

Why Join?

Competitive base salary (100-140k)
Family-owned, stable company with 62+ years of success
7 consecutive years of growth with continued investment in people and infrastructure
Ownership is ready to hand over the keys – high autonomy, low bureaucracy
Positive, loyal team – people don’t typically leave
Creative leadership with a focus on building for the future
Meat credit, gas cards, purchasing allowance, and other creative perks
Work directly with decision-makers and help shape the future of the facility

Physical Demands and Abilities:

Able to stand and work for extended periods of time
Ability to occasionally bend/stoop, kneel, crouch, and squat
Can involve heavy lifting, pulling up to 60 lbs.
Able to work in a temperature-controlled environment which can range from 0 to 35 F
Able to bend and work in awkward positions

If you’re interested and serious, please send your confidential resume to Jill at jill.stevens@gogpac.com for more information.

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