Corporate Technical Maintenance Manager
Midwestern Pet Foods, Inc., a family-owned company with a proud legacy of producing high-quality pet food since the 1940s, is seeking a driven and focused Corporate Technical Maintenance Manager. This role is responsible for expert support across plant maintenance and manufacturing developments. Their key focus is to ensure efficient maintenance processes, drive performance through KPIs, and support engineering project work. The ideal candidate will also contribute to technological and innovative expansion.
Position Summary
Midwestern Pet Foods, Inc., a family-owned company with a proud legacy of producing high-quality pet food since the 1940s, is seeking a driven and focused Corporate Technical Maintenance Manager. This role is responsible for expert support across plant maintenance and manufacturing developments. Their key focus is to ensure efficient maintenance processes, drive performance through KPIs, and support engineering project work. The ideal candidate will also contribute to technological and innovative expansion.
Key Responsibilities
- Technical Leadership:
Provide expert consultation and technical guidance to plant maintenance and manufacturing teams, supporting equipment reliability and continuous improvement. - Maintenance & Inventory Management:
Oversee preventive maintenance schedules and manage parts inventory systems. Develop, track, and report on key Maintenance KPIs.
▪ Negotiate supplier contracts to maximize purchasing efficiency and manage Repair & Maintenance (R&M) budgets effectively. - CMMS Implementation & Training:
Lead the implementation of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) across the facility, ensuring compliance and user adoption through training and support. - Project Support & Startup Services:
Partner with the Engineering team to manage technical projects, production line startup activities, and in-house troubleshooting solutions. - IoT Initiative Management:
Manage the non-IT aspects of our Industrial IoT (IIoT) strategy, expanding sensors and modules across production lines to enhance data collection and system performance.
▪ Collaborate with IT to ensure successful data integration and system connectivity.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- 5+ years of relevant experience in technical services, plant maintenance, or industrial manufacturing.
- Strong experience with preventive maintenance and CMMS systems.
- Proven ability to lead teams and manage cross-functional technical projects.
- Solid understanding of maintenance KPIs and vendor contract negotiation.
- Experience with IIoT technologies or sensor-based monitoring systems.
- Familiarity with working alongside IT teams for data integration.
- Prior work experience in a food manufacturing or regulated environment.
Benefits
Midwestern Pet Foods, Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with company match
- Paid holidays and vacation time
About Us
Midwestern Pet Foods, Inc. is affiliated with Nunn Milling Company, which began in 1926 in Evansville, Indiana. Originally a flour and cornmeal miller, the company expanded into pet food production in the 1940s. Midwestern Pet Foods was officially established in 1982 and now operates four state-of-the-art dry pet food manufacturing facilities located in Indiana, Illinois, Oklahoma, and New York. With a workforce of approximately 453 employees, we remain committed to producing nutritious, high-quality pet food for families across the country.
