Maintenance Manager

Lincoln, Nebraska | Onsite | Full-Time
$90K–$120K + Full Benefits | Relocation Assistance Possible

A leading global manufacturing and nutrition science organization is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead plant maintenance operations at its Lincoln, Nebraska facility.

This role is ideal for a hands-on technical leader who thrives at the intersection of engineering, automation, predictive maintenance, and operational excellence. You will oversee plant systems, drive reliability programs, and lead maintenance teams responsible for critical manufacturing equipment and infrastructure.

If you enjoy optimizing plant performance, reducing downtime, and leading highly technical teams, this is an opportunity to play a key role in a growing global organization.

What You'll Do:

Lead Plant Maintenance & Reliability:

• Direct daily maintenance operations across electrical, automation, utilities, and mechanical systems

• Lead and mentor maintenance technicians while managing scheduling, performance, and workforce utilization

• Coordinate closely with Engineering and Plant Operations leadership

Drive Preventive & Predictive Maintenance:

• Maintain and continuously improve the preventive maintenance program

• Use maintenance systems to track work orders, analyze performance, and reduce downtime

• Implement reliability initiatives to improve equipment life cycles

Oversee Automation & Control Systems:

• Support and manage plant automation systems including:

  • PLC programming

  • SCADA and HMI systems

  • process controls and automation

• Maintain documentation of electrical and control systems to ensure operational continuity

Lead Equipment Installations & Capital Projects:

• Manage new equipment installation and upgrades

• Use project management and critical path analysis to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget

• Work with vendors, OEMs, and contractors to improve plant performance

Support Process & Engineering Improvements:

• Partner with engineering teams to evaluate plant processes and recommend improvements

• Assist with new product scale-ups, trials, and equipment modifications

• Support Process Safety Management (PSM) initiatives including mechanical integrity and management of change

What You Bring:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field
5+ years of plant maintenance experience in manufacturing environments
2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role
Strong experience with plant systems engineering and automation

Technical experience with systems such as:

• PLC controls and industrial automation

• SCADA / HMI systems

• Preventive maintenance software

• Electrical and mechanical plant systems

• ERP systems and maintenance planning tools

• Microsoft Excel and project management tools

Additional strengths include:

• Strong communication and leadership ability

• Project planning and equipment lifecycle management

• Commitment to safety, GMP practices, and operational excellence

Location:

Lincoln, Nebraska

Candidates must be open to living in or relocating to the Lincoln area.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Lead maintenance operations at a technology-driven manufacturing facility

• Work on automation, controls, and reliability improvement initiatives

• Join a company investing in innovation, nutrition science, and advanced manufacturing

• Strong benefits and growth opportunities within a global organization

Compensation & Benefits:

Base Salary: $90,000 – $120,000
Full Benefits Package
Relocation Assistance (for ideal candidates)
Interview travel reimbursement

Apply If You Are:

• A maintenance leader ready to own plant reliability

• Experienced with industrial automation and plant systems

• Motivated to lead teams and improve operational performance

• Looking for a stable company with long-term growth

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