Maintenance Manager

KENT WORLDWIDE
  • Sheldon, Iowa
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    KENT Nutrition, a member of the KENT WORLDWIDE family of companies, has an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Manager to join our team in Sheldon, Iowa. In this role, you will lead maintenance operations that keep our facility running safely, reliably, and efficiently. Working alongside a skilled team of maintenance professionals, you will drive equipment reliability, support production success, and champion continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen operational performance and help deliver quality products to our customers. Lead a high-performing team and make a lasting impact. Apply today.

    • This position is designed and intended to be performed in Sheldon, Iowa.

      PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

      • Lead the daily execution of maintenance activities to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of equipment, facilities, and infrastructure.
      • Develop and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs that improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
      • Supervise, coach, and develop maintenance team members through effective training, scheduling, performance management, and succession planning.
      • Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, and operational issues while ensuring timely and cost-effective repairs.
      • Partner with production, engineering, and other departments to prioritize maintenance activities and support operational objectives.
      • Manage the maintenance budget, including labor, parts, contractors, and capital improvement projects, while identifying opportunities for cost savings.
      • Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
      • Other duties as assigned.

      EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS:

      • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, a related technical field, or a combination of education and relevant experience preferred.
      • Minimum of 5 years of experience developing and implementing equipment, process, and facility reliability solutions in a manufacturing environment.
      • Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience leading maintenance teams and driving operational results.
      • Demonstrated experience developing and managing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
      • Strong leadership, communication, and employee development skills.
      • Experience utilizing Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) preferred.
      • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
      • Working knowledge of safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements within a manufacturing environment.

      TRAVEL:

      • Up to 10% travel as business needs require.

      Safety is a top priority at KENT WORLDWIDE. All employees are expected to follow safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.

      Numbers & Facts

      LocationSheldon, Iowa
      Websitehttp://www.kentww.com/careers

      Skills

      • Analysis Skillsunmatched
      • Budget Managementunmatched
      • Capital Projectunmatched
      • Coachingunmatched
      • Communication Skillsunmatched
      • Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)unmatched
      • Continuous Improvementunmatched
      • Cost Controlunmatched
      • Electricityunmatched
      • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
      • Identify Issuesunmatched
      • Industrial Engineeringunmatched
      • Leadershipunmatched
      • Maintain Complianceunmatched
      • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
      • Manufacturingunmatched
      • Manufacturing Requirementsunmatched
      • Nutritionunmatched
      • Operational Supportunmatched
      • Operations Managementunmatched
      • Performance Managementunmatched
      • Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
      • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
      • Production Supportunmatched
      • Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
      • Reliability Engineeringunmatched
      • Safety Complianceunmatched
      • Safety Processunmatched
      • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
      • Staff Developmentunmatched
      • Succession Planningunmatched
      • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
      • Time Managementunmatched
      • Willing to Travelunmatched

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