Job Description

Pellet Maintenance Manager

Location: Lima, OH

Company: Rudolph Foods Company, Inc.

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Maintenance and Engineering

Reports To: Plant Manager and Corporate Maintenance Manager

Supervises: 19 Direct Reports

Pay: Competitive, based on experience

About Rudolph Foods Company, Inc.

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.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic Pellet Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations in our pellet production facilities. This role oversees both unionized and non-unionized teams, ensuring equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 19 maintenance technicians
• Ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements and foster positive labor relations
• Conduct performance evaluations and support career development
• 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
• Monitor and improve metrics: equipment uptime, PM compliance, maintenance costs, safety incidents
• Manage spare parts inventory and procurement
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory bodies
• Maintain documentation for water treatment, wastewater, and environmental permits
• Lead safety audits, root cause analyses, and corrective actions
• Ensure technician training in LOTO, PPE, chemical safety, and SDS protocols
• Collaborate with Production, QA, and Engineering to meet operational goals
• Participate in plant leadership and strategic planning meetings
• Lead projects to improve reliability, reduce downtime, and optimize costs
• Implement lean maintenance practices and support capital improvements
• 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

SQF & Safety Commitment

All employees must:

• Comply with Rudolph Foods’ food safety and quality management systems
• Maintain clean work areas
• Attend required food safety training
• Represent the company professionally in appearance and conduct
• Prioritize safety and adhere to OSHA and company safety protocols

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health and safety-focused workplace
• Opportunities for leadership development and career growth
• Inclusive and values-driven company culture

Apply Today!

If you’re a results-driven maintenance leader with a passion for safety, team development, and operational excellence, we invite you to apply and join our team at Rudolph Foods.

Job Type: Full-time

Projected Total Compensation: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

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

Work Location: In person

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