Maintenance Manager Bulk

Overview

The Job in a Nutshell:

The Maintenance Manager (working) is responsible for developing and performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production, facility, and warehouse equipment according to safety, preventive, predictive, and productive maintenance systems. This role supports the achievement of the site’s business goals through a "whatever it takes" approach.

This is a hands-on leadership role; you will maintain tools and machines while overseeing the continuous improvement of maintenance processes and executing long-term strategic plans. The ideal candidate possesses a high level of initiative and is willing to roll up their sleeves to tackle any task necessary, including essential facility repairs —to ensure the site operates at peak efficiency. The Maintenance Manager resolves problems as they arise, whether directly or by delegating them.

Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if the hiring timeline is extended.
09/07/2026

Responsibilities

Main Ingredients:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Coordinate maintenance efforts to ensure timely repair of food packaging and warehouse equipment and machinery
2. Manage the maintenance team through coaching, training on building and equipment, and delegation of work
3. Adhere to all Company policies, procedures, and OSHA rules while carrying out maintenance functions
4. Identify critical spare parts and build inventory
5. Identify improvement opportunities and build and execute improvement plan; may lead improvement events
6. Carry out inspections of production rooms and equipment to identify issues
7. Develop preventative maintenance schedules and ensure implementation by maintenance personnel
8. Perform troubleshooting to solve repair issues
9. Communicate plans for upper-level improvements to maintenance personnel
10. Manage contractor selection and scheduling.
11. Maintain repair logs and reports on daily activities, PM’s and overall equipment performance…OEE
12. Monitor expenses and control the budget for maintenance; build maintenance related annual capital project list

Recipe for Success:

1. High school diploma/GED
2. Minimum of 10 years maintenance experience in production/packaging operations
3. Minimum of 3 years management experience preferred
4. Proven history of process and procedural improvements
5. Experience with developing and managing maintenance procedures preferred
6. Strong knowledge of PLC systems, engineering concepts, including electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
7. Experience in a food manufacturing environment with an understanding of GMP’s, HACCP and Food Safety preferred
8. Ability to understand and work on DC voltage required
9. Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot maintenance issues required
10. Possesses basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical and fabrication knowledge
11. Ability to provide installation and repair techniques for piping systems (water, air)
12. Possess industrial safety, machine safety and safeguarding techniques
13. Ability to work with minimal supervision and take the initiative to get assigned work done efficiently and effectively
14. Ability to prioritize tasks and communicate with management on progress
15. Strong attention to details and getting the work done right the first time
16. Ability to work with a diverse group and provide leadership in the maintenance area
17. Must have valid CO driver’s license

This job description is not an employment contract.  It does not guarantee a job or that the above listed duties are the limit of responsibilities.  The job and job description are subject to change with and without notice.  Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to him/her by their Manager and/or other Store Support Center manager that might not be listed in this job description.

Qualifications

Here’s an overview of the benefits we offer our good4u Crew to help ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your family, now and well into the future:

All Crew Members

• Birthday Bonus Pay 
• Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually) 
• Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores Closed
• Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure 
• Paid Nutrition Education 
• good4u Crew Member Discount  
• {N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program) 
• Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases  
• Advancement Opportunities and Career Development 
• Health and Wellness Program  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)   
• Employee Referral Program

Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 
• Paid Parental Leave  
• Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance) 
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance  
• Company Paid Life Insurance 
• Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance   
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match  
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)  
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match 

Diversity Statement

At the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing! We cannot be true to this conviction without honoring diversity and cultivating inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization.

At Natural Grocers, we honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion because both individual and societal health are rooted in these principles. Our Crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas. Celebrating our diversity refreshes, expands, and shapes our perspective, energizing our mission of equitable access to health and wellness for all. We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table. We’re committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion in which our Crew can continue to thrive.

Physical Capabilities and Environmental Demands:

Physical and Environmental Demands:                              

N = Never

O = Occasional; 1-33% of time

F = Frequent; 34-66% of time

C = Constant; 67-100% of time

Physical Requirements:

Must have the ability to occasionally lift or carry up to 50 lbs.

Must have the ability to occasionally push or pull up to 30 lbs.

Must be able to constantly use the computer for data entry and use of mouse.

Must be able to constantly sit, use fine motor manipulations, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.

Must be able to frequently grip, bend, twist, and turn.

Must be able to occasionally walk, stand, squat, kneel, and reach above chest as needed.

Environmental Requirements:

Must be able to work occasionally with cold, heat, sharp tools and equipment, noise, contact stress, dust, fumes, and congested worksite.