Maintenance Manager - Beverage Manufacturing (Hands On) at Big Easy Blends

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Troubleshooting, Electrical Troubleshooting, Pneumatic Troubleshooting, Hydraulic Troubleshooting, PLC Experience, VFD Experience, CMMS Experience, Preventive Maintenance, GMP Compliance, Leadership Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Team Development, Communication Skills, Food Safety Compliance

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Description The Maintenance Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for maintaining and improving the reliability, safety, and performance of all production and facility equipment within a beverage manufacturing environment. This role actively participates in troubleshooting and repairs while leading the maintenance team to ensure maximum line uptime, product quality, and compliance with food safety and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities Perform and lead hands-on maintenance and repairs on beverage production equipment including fillers, cappers, labelers, conveyors, mixers, pasteurizers, and packaging lines Manage daily maintenance activities to support production schedules and minimize downtime Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs Supervise, train, and mentor maintenance technicians Respond to equipment breakdowns and production emergencies, including off-shift support as required Partner with Production, Quality, and Sanitation teams to support GMP and food safety requirements Ensure compliance with OSHA, FDA, SQF/BRC, and company safety standards Maintain accurate CMMS records including work orders, PMs, spare parts, and downtime tracking Manage spare parts inventory, vendors, and contractors Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for recurring equipment issues Support line upgrades, new equipment installations, and continuous improvement initiatives Requirements Qualifications & Experience High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or trade certification preferred 7+ years of maintenance experience in food or beverage manufacturing 3+ years in a supervisory or lead maintenance role Strong mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting skills Experience with PLCs, VFDs, and basic controls troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley preferred) CMMS experience and preventive maintenance knowledge Experience working in GMP and sanitation-controlled environments Skills & Competencies Hands-on mechanical and electrical expertise Strong leadership and team development skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-uptime manufacturing environment Excellent communication and problem-solving skills Root cause analysis and continuous improvement mindset (Lean/TPM a plus) Working Conditions Manufacturing environment with noise, wet conditions, and moving equipment Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces Flexible schedule with on-call availability Key Performance Indicators Equipment uptime and unplanned downtime reduction Preventive maintenance completion rate OEE improvement Safety and compliance metrics Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary based on experience Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and holidays Training and development opportunities

Responsibilities

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for maintaining and improving the reliability and performance of production equipment in a beverage manufacturing environment. This includes leading the maintenance team, performing hands-on repairs, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.