Job Posting: Plant Maintenance Manager

Location: Dallas, TX 75223

Position Type: Full-Time

Shift: Monday-Friday (7:00 AM – 5:30 PM, variable) with occasional weekend and off-day availability for emergencies.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and hands-on Plant Maintenance Manager to join our team at a high-volume manufacturing facility in Dallas, TX. This role is integral to maintaining operational efficiency by managing a diverse maintenance team, implementing preventive maintenance strategies, and providing technical expertise during breakdowns. If you're a leader with a strong technical background and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this position is for you!

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership :

• Manage and motivate a multidisciplinary team of technicians, mechanics, electricians, and ammonia specialists.
• Assign work, manage schedules, and ensure team performance aligns with plant objectives.

Technical Oversight :

• Provide hands-on support for equipment troubleshooting and major breakdowns.
• Oversee maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and ammonia refrigeration systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety and legal standards for equipment and processes.

Preventive Maintenance :

• Develop, implement, and manage preventive maintenance programs using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).

Operational Efficiency :

• Ensure smooth operations in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Understand and manage equipment like HTST, pumps, valves, hydraulics, and pneumatics.

What We’re Looking For

Must-Have Skills :

• Proven leadership experience in managing maintenance teams.
• Expertise in ammonia refrigeration systems .
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills, including ACDC motor knowledge.
• General maintenance experience across various systems.

Preferred Skills :

• Experience with PLC systems.
• Proficiency in CMMS for scheduling and tracking maintenance.

Attributes for Success :

• Positive, can-do attitude with a proactive approach to challenges.
• Strong people skills to inspire and manage a team effectively.
• Willingness to work hands-on during critical situations.

Working Conditions

• Schedule : Monday-Friday with flexibility for weekend work during breakdowns or emergencies.
• Environment : Hands-on role in a high-volume, 24/7 operational setting.