Lincoln, Nebraska | Onsite | Full-Time
$90K–$120K + Full Benefits | Relocation Assistance Possible
A leading global manufacturing and nutrition science organization is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead plant maintenance operations at its Lincoln, Nebraska facility.
This role is ideal for a hands-on technical leader who thrives at the intersection of engineering, automation, predictive maintenance, and operational excellence. You will oversee plant systems, drive reliability programs, and lead maintenance teams responsible for critical manufacturing equipment and infrastructure.
If you enjoy optimizing plant performance, reducing downtime, and leading highly technical teams, this is an opportunity to play a key role in a growing global organization.
Direct daily maintenance operations across electrical, automation, utilities, and mechanical systems
Lead and mentor maintenance technicians while managing scheduling, performance, and workforce utilization
Coordinate closely with Engineering and Plant Operations leadership
Maintain and continuously improve the preventive maintenance program
Use maintenance systems to track work orders, analyze performance, and reduce downtime
Implement reliability initiatives to improve equipment life cycles
Support and manage plant automation systems including:
PLC programming
SCADA and HMI systems
process controls and automation
Maintain documentation of electrical and control systems to ensure operational continuity
Manage new equipment installation and upgrades
Use project management and critical path analysis to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
Work with vendors, OEMs, and contractors to improve plant performance
Partner with engineering teams to evaluate plant processes and recommend improvements
Assist with new product scale-ups, trials, and equipment modifications
Support Process Safety Management (PSM) initiatives including mechanical integrity and management of change
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field
5+ years of plant maintenance experience in manufacturing environments
2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role
Strong experience with plant systems engineering and automation
Technical experience with systems such as:
PLC controls and industrial automation
SCADA / HMI systems
Preventive maintenance software
Electrical and mechanical plant systems
ERP systems and maintenance planning tools
Microsoft Excel and project management tools
Additional strengths include:
Strong communication and leadership ability
Project planning and equipment lifecycle management
Commitment to safety, GMP practices, and operational excellence
Lincoln, Nebraska
Candidates must be open to living in or relocating to the Lincoln area.
Lead maintenance operations at a technology-driven manufacturing facility
Work on automation, controls, and reliability improvement initiatives
Join a company investing in innovation, nutrition science, and advanced manufacturing
Strong benefits and growth opportunities within a global organization
Base Salary: $90,000 – $120,000
Full Benefits Package
Relocation Assistance (for ideal candidates)
Interview travel reimbursement
A maintenance leader ready to own plant reliability
Experienced with industrial automation and plant systems
Motivated to lead teams and improve operational performance
Looking for a stable company with long-term growth
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| Location | Lincoln, Nebraska |