• Facility Maintenance Manager

    TAD PGS, Inc. (Richmond, VA)


    We have an outstanding career opportunity for aFacility Maintenance Manager to join a leading Company located in theRichmond, VA surrounding area.

     

    The Maintenance Lead Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing processing equipment in a facility that handles imported tree nuts and dried fruits. This includes cleaning, pasteurization, roasting, and packaging operations. The technician ensures compliance with safety, food safety, and environmental regulations. The Maintenance Lead Technician will report to the Facility Manager while collaborating with all departments.

    Job Responsibilities:

    Maintenance and Technical Operations:

    + Inspect, service, and repair food processing equipment, including pasteurizers, roasters, conveyors, and packaging lines.

    + Calibrate and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems.

    + Follow SOPs and create preventative maintenance schedules.

    + Support departments with equipment needs and maintain operational uptime.

    + Assist with general maintenance tasks in the warehouse and processing facility.

    Safety and Compliance:

    + Follow and enforce fire safety, workmen's safety, and facility safety protocols.

    + Ensure compliance with FDA, FSMA, GFSI, and HACCP standards.

    Inventory and Resource Management:

    + Manage spare parts inventory and track usage to minimize downtim e.

    + Ensure availability of sanitation-safe replacement components.

    Decision-Making and Problem-Solving:

    + Analyze root causes of mechanical failures and contribute to continuous improvement.

    + Support KPI achievement in safety, productivity, and cost-effectiveness.

    Information and Communication:

    + Document maintenance activities and equipment logs.

    + Communicate clearly with QA, production, and other departments.

    Knowledge and Relationships:

    + Stay updated on equipment technology and food processing trends.

    + Build collaborative relationships across teams.

    Cross-Functional Support:

    + Provide emergency and on-call maintenance coverage.

    + Support sanitation efforts during equipment disassembly/reassembly.

    + Assist in other areas of the facility as necessary or needed.

    Basic Hiring Criteria:

    + 3+ years of maintenance experience in the food & beverage manufacturing industry.

    + Knowledge of food safety standards (GMP, HACCP, FSMA).

    + Knowledge and experience with OSHA regulations and audits.

    + Knowledge and experience with Local and State Fire code and regulations.

    + Knowledge and experience of basic mechanics.

    + Knowledge of Management Systems software and Microsoft Office Suite.

    + Clear and efficient communication skills - both written and verbal.

    + Strong organizational skills with thorough attention to detail.

    + Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.

    + Ability to work cross-functionally and follow SOPs.

    + Comfortable with physical labor and on-call support.

     

    Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

     

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    + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

    + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

    + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance