Maintenance Manager

About the role

Rudolph Foods is a leader in the food manufacturing industry, known for our commitment to quality, safety, and integrity. We foster a workplace culture built on Caring, Humility, Integrity, Open & Honest Communication, Personal Responsibility, and Respect for Others. Our team members play an active role in creating a safe, inclusive, and values-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 19 maintenance technicians
• Ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements and foster positive labor relations
• Collaborate with HR and union representatives on staffing and grievance processes
• Oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs using CMMS (e.g., EPAC)
• Manage maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and utility systems
• Maintain documentation for water treatment, wastewater, and environmental permits
• Lead safety audits, root cause analyses, and corrective actions
• Maintain and update SOPs and training materials

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a technical field or equivalent experience (required); Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of maintenance leadership experience in a food manufacturing environment
• Experience managing in a unionized setting (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and utility systems
• Proficiency in CMMS software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret technical documents, schematics, and regulatory requirements

Benefits

• 401(k) 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance