Maintenance & Reliability Manager

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily maintenance department activities to ensure efficient food processing operations
• Establish safety programs and maintain a consistent safety culture
• Determine work schedules, sequences, and assignments based on priority and resources
• Manage outside contractors and partner with the Director of Engineering on equipment installs and projects
• Perform skilled repair operations and troubleshoot problem areas
• Drive equipment reliability through preventative and predictive maintenance programs
• Utilize RedZone for OEE monitoring and work order management
• Manage departmental budgets, purchasing, and expenditures

Requirements

• 5+ years in maintenance management or a similar leadership role
• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in operations, engineering, or maintenance
• Experience leading change through data-driven metrics
• Hands-on experience in planning maintenance operations
• Ability to handle both administrative and mechanical responsibilities
• Strong communication and people management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in food safety environments utilizing GMPs
• PLC troubleshooting and programming expertise
• Electronics expertise
• Experience with packaging equipment (scales, VFFS, pouch machines, labelers, etc.)
• TPM, Lean, or Six Sigma experience

Benefits

• 401(K) with generous company match
• Flexible Paid Time Off and paid parental leave
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid disability and life insurance
• Wellness programs and subsidies
• Training and tuition reimbursement
• Charitable donation matching up to $1,000 annually

About the Company

KIND is a food company committed to making the world a kinder place through delicious snacks and a culture of kindness.