Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Manager - Dairy Manufacturing (On-Site, Full-Time)

About the Role: Lead a hands-on maintenance team in a fast-paced dairy plant! We're seeking a Maintenance Manager to mentor staff, oversee equipment, and keep operations running smoothly. Work closely with plant leadership, production staff, and maintenance crews. Ideal candidates have 10+ years in industrial maintenance, preferably in food manufacturing, with leadership experience.

What You'll Do:

Train maintenance personnel on equipment and facility upkeep

Respond to or delegate maintenance calls; be available for emergencies

Lead preventative maintenance programs and maintain accurate records

Manage equipment files, parts/supplies, and purchase orders

Schedule outside contractors and ensure regulatory compliance

Maintain organized, safe work areas

Collaborate on projects with employees and contractors

Arrange annual boiler inspections and manage permits/certificates

Handle disciplinary issues as needed, keeping Operations Manager informed

Identify efficiency improvements and cost-saving opportunities

Ensure clear communication across managers and supervisors

Perform other duties assigned by plant leadership

What We're Looking For:

10+ years of industrial maintenance experience, ideally in food manufacturing

Strong leadership and team-building skills

Hands-on, operational approach-this isn't a desk-only role

Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Comfortable in a fast-paced, accountable environment

Why You'll Love This Role:

Full-time, on-site leadership position

Health, retirement, and standard benefits

Fast interview process-hiring ASAP

Supportive, team-oriented environment where your leadership is valued

Apply Today: This is urgent! Qualified candidates will be interviewed this week. Contact Kylla at or

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

Job Tags

Full time, For contractors, Immediate start

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