MAINTENANCE MANAGER at BROTHERS INTERNATIONAL DESSERTS INC

Madison, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Maintenance Oversight, Ammonia System Management, Team Leadership, Compliance & Safety, Budgeting & Planning, Continuous Improvement, Vendor Management, Mechanical Troubleshooting, Electrical Troubleshooting, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, TPM, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Procedures, Performance Management, Training

Industry

Description

Job Details Level: Management Job Location: Division Street - Madison, WI 53704 The Maintenance Manager oversees all maintenance operations at our ice cream manufacturing facility, ensuring equipment reliability, plant safety, and compliance with environmental and regulatory standards. This includes managing a team of technicians and contractors, and maintaining ammonia refrigeration systems, production equipment, and facility infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Maintenance Oversight: Plan, prioritize, and coordinate all preventive and corrective maintenance activities for production machinery, refrigeration systems (including ammonia), packaging lines, HVAC, and building infrastructure. Ammonia System Management: Ensure safe and compliant operation and maintenance of ammonia refrigeration systems in accordance with PSM (Process Safety Management), EPA, OSHA, and other regulatory guidelines. Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of maintenance technicians and specialists; oversee scheduling, training, and performance management. Compliance & Safety: Ensure all maintenance activities comply with federal, state, and local regulations, especially regarding ammonia handling. Enforce strict safety procedures and participate in facility audits and inspections. Budgeting & Planning: Develop and manage the maintenance budget, control costs, and support capital projects, including equipment upgrades and infrastructure improvements. Continuous Improvement: Implement lean manufacturing, 5S, and TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) initiatives to improve equipment uptime and plant efficiency. Vendor Management: Coordinate with vendors, service providers, and contractors for parts, repairs, and specialized maintenance tasks. Qualifications Qualifications: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field preferred. Minimum 5–7 years of maintenance experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role. Strong working knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems, PSM/RMP compliance, and mechanical/electrical troubleshooting. Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work in a cold storage environment and respond to after-hours emergencies if needed. Certifications RETA or CIRO certification OSHA 30-hour certification Ammonia Refrigeration Operator Level I or II PSM/RMP training

Responsibilities

The Maintenance Manager oversees all maintenance operations, ensuring equipment reliability and compliance with safety standards. This includes managing a team of technicians and maintaining critical systems such as ammonia refrigeration and production equipment.