Manager - Maintenance Reliability & Scheduling

Location: This opportunity will be based in our Norwood, MA manufacturing and production facility Schedule : Primarily 1st Shift hours. We are a 24/7 facility so must be accessible when needed Salary Range: $130,000.00 - $155,000.00 / yr (dependent on transferrable skills and experience) plus annual bonus up to 12.5% OVERVIEW OF ROLE: The Manager, Maintenance Reliability & Scheduling position is responsible for leading the maintenance organization to ensure safe, reliability, and cost-effective operation of plant equipment and facilities. This role focuses on maximizing asset reliability, minimizing unplanned downtime, improving maintenance processes, planning/scheduling, and developing a proactive, data-driven reliability culture. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintenance Leadership Lead, coach, and develop maintenance supervisors, technicians, and contractors. Establish performance expectations and hold team accountable for safety, quality, and productivity. Promote a strong safety and food safety culture. Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements. Asset Reliability & Performance Experience with developing and executing reliability strategies to improve equipment uptime and lifecycle performance is a MUST. Lead Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) and/or Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) on major breakdowns and chronic issues. LEAN Six Sigma or related certification a plus Drive implementation of Predictive, Preventive, and Condition‑Based Maintenance programs. Track and improve KPIs such as MTBF, MTTR, OEE, and maintenance cost per unit. Planning, Scheduling & Execution Ensure effective maintenance planning and scheduling processes are in place. Balance reactive, preventive, and improvement work to reduce emergency repairs. Partner with Production Planning and Operations to optimize downtime scheduling. Hands-on technical/CMMS experience data integrity, reporting, and system utilization is a MUST. Megamation / D365 experience is a plus. Analyze maintenance data to improve planning accuracy, scheduling efficiency, and asset reliability Track and drive PM completion rates, targeting 100% monthly completion Continuous Improvement Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, TPM, or similar methodologies. Standardize maintenance procedures, PMs, and best practices. Support development and standardization of preventive maintenance best practices Support capital projects, equipment upgrades, and commissioning activities. Budget & Asset Management Develop and manage the maintenance and reliability budget spend. Control maintenance costs while improving asset performance. Coordinate with inventory/parts teams to ensure availability of materials for scheduled work Collaboration & Communication Partner with Engineering, Operations, EHS, Food Safety, and corporate teams on maintenance initiatives and projects Communicate equipment health, risks, and improvement plans to leadership. Coordinate with external vendors for inspections, calibrations, and contracted services Support reporting and KPI tracking to provide data-driven insights to leadership EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field (preferred) 7–10+ years of progressive maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment 3+ years in a maintenance or reliability leadership role Strong knowledge of industrial equipment, mechanical and electrical systems Experience working in a regulated food manufacturing environment – USDA Preferred Experience with CMMS/EAM systems Familiarity with RCFA, FMEA, Predictive Maintenance tools, and asset management practices Understanding of OSHA, safety, and regulatory requirements PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENT: Able to sit / stand for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift to fifteen pounds. The noise level in the office environment is typically moderate. Must be able to travel 10% of the time and work nights & weekends. Company provided Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) must be worn while on the production floor Exciting Benefits Await You! Enjoy top-tier Medical, Dental, Vision coverage. Pamper your furry friends with Pet Insurance. Stay fit with our Wellness Plan and Gym Reimbursement. Boost your skills with Employee Tuition Reimbursement. Unlock endless opportunities with College Scholarship for dependents. Reap the Rewards of Our Bonus Program Available to Our Salary and Hourly Employees. Receive a Generous 401k Company Match. Take advantage of Competitive Paid Time Off. Elevate Your Safety Net with Company-Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage. Receive Relocation Assistance for a Smooth Transition. Earn Rewards through our Employee Bonus Referral Program. Elevate Your Workplace Experience with Community Impact Opportunities. Celebrate Together with Team Events and Seasonal Workplace Gatherings. Opportunity Calls! Unsure if you meet all requirements? Don't hesitate, apply! Our recruitment process is prompt and transparent. Your resume will receive swift attention from our talent professionals. If chosen, you'll undergo a recruiter phone screen, followed by interviews with key team members. We value your potential. At Home Market Foods, we champion equal opportunities for all, prohibiting discrimination based on race, religion, gender, and more. Our commitment extends across all aspects of employment, ensuring a fair and inclusive workplace. At this time, Home Market Foods will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position for the following work visas: STEM OPT EAD, H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, J-1, or TN

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