Maintenance u0026 Reliability Manager

u003cdivu003eu003cemu003eAre you a hands-on, results-driven leader who thrives on fixing broken systems and bringing struggling plants back to life? We are looking for an experienced Maintenance u0026Reliability Manager (aka: Technical Operations Manager) to take responsibility at a manufacturing facility in Denver, CO that needs strong leadership, sharp technical skills, and the determination to get it back on track. This is not a “keep the lights on” role—it’s an opportunity for a proven leader to make a measurable impact by stabilizing operations, driving reliability, and building a high-performance culture.u003c/emu003eu003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu003cstrongu003eCOMPANY u0026CULTURE:u003c/strongu003e Our client believes in creating healthier lives, healthier communities, and a healthier planet. They are a manufacturing leader with a rich and proud legacy that goes back well over 100 years, and today, they are a global team of 13K+ across 21 countries.u0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu003cstrongu003eCULTURE:u003c/strongu003eu0026 The company believes that investing in their associates is vital--they are empowering their teams to embrace diversity of thought, solve problems faster, and create innovative solutions that meet their customers' needs now and into the future. A diverse organization made up of 13K+ extraordinary associates, welcoming every race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and background. Additionally, recruiting and supporting veterans is a priority. The culture is built on a core value of respect — respect for each other, customers, business partners, communities, and our planet. They are dedicated to environmental responsibility through initiatives like waste reduction, recycling, and efficient transport, aligning with values of eco-conscious professionals.u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu003cstrongu003eBENEFITS u0026APPRECIATION:u003c/strongu003e Comprehensive Benefits u0026Financial Stability - Highly competitive salary, bonus, 401(k) match, employee stock purchase plan and excellent benefits Additional rewards for high performance. They also provide employee discounts, anniversary recognition, team-building events, and more. The company provides structured career development programs and encourages internal mobility, helping employees grow professionally and take on new challenges.u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu003cstrongu003ePOSITION IMPACT:u003c/strongu003e Opportunity to step into a challenging and rewarding role where your technical expertise and leadership will directly transform a facility’s future. If you are energized by turnaround work, hands-on problem solving, and leading teams through change, this role offers you the platform to leave a lasting impact.u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu003cdivu003eu003cstrongu003eA DAY IN THE LIFEu003c/strongu003eu003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eReporting to the Factory Manager, this leader will be responsible for the overall leadership and supervision of the Operations and Technical Department and will manage a team of 5 mechanics. The role will have a key responsibility for leading the factory in developing and executing the preventive maintenance methodologies and company’s maintenance strategy implementation plans. Plant is planning to increase headcount by 33% in the coming months, to a total of 100 people.u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eLead the turnaround of daily plant operations, with a strong focus on technical performance, asset reliability, and efficiency.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eTake ownership of resource allocation (equipment, people, systems, and materials) to meet and exceed operational targets safely, cost-effectively, and sustainably.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eIdentify weaknesses in current processes and implement corrective actions that drive long-term stability and improvement.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eDevelop strategies and visions that can achieve optimal results for the organization.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eDrive accountability on the shop floor through daily reviews of production, maintenance, and quality targets—escalating and addressing variances quickly.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eManage, Coach and Mentor technical and operations staff, building a strong pipeline of future leaders while instilling a culture of discipline, urgency, and continuous improvement.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003ePartner with maintenance and engineering teams to ensure preventive, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance programs are executed to maximize uptime.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003ePrioritize, schedule, and ensure maintenance and repairs are completed to maximize efficiencyu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eLead root-cause problem solving for breakdowns, implement sustainable fixes, and prevent repeat failures.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eReinforce compliance with all 10 Lean manufacturing principles and food safety regulations, while raising the bar on product quality, safety, and housekeeping standards.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eEnsure internal and external regulations, procedures and policies are applied fairly and consistentlyu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eDevelop and execute action plans that deliver measurable improvements in OEE, cost reduction, and workforce engagement.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eCollaborate cross-functionally with suppliers, internal customers, and support teams to drive alignment and accelerate plant recovery.u0026 u003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu003cstrongu003eLOCATION: u003c/strongu003eThe u003cspan style= 'text-decoration: underline; 'u003eTechnical Operations Manageru003c/spanu003e will work at our client’s Denver, CO facility (80239). Relocation assistance is available for strong candidates currently in the USA.u0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdivu003eu003cstrongu003eIDEAL PROFILEu003c/strongu003eu003c/divu003eu003culu003eu003cliu003e7+ years of progressive TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP experience in manufacturing (food, beverage, or consumer goods preferred), including several years as leader of the MAINTENANCE FUNCTION or the FACTORY ENGINEER in a plant.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eProven success in plant turnarounds, maintenance, or operations leadership.u0026 u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eDemonstrated ability to manage and lead technical teams through cultural and operational change, delivering improved performance and reliability.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eStrong command of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) / Maintenance Excellence programs, including Asset Management, FMEA, Breakdown Analysis, Reliability Centered Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance, and Preventive Maintenance.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eIn-depth knowledge of PM Pillar Systems and Tools Asset Management Software (SAP Preferred)u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eProficient with advanced PM (predictive maintenance) optimization and tools/technologies (infrared, vibration, ultrasonic, etc.).u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eA proven track record of driving operational stability in complex, underperforming environments.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eResilient, action-oriented leadership style with the ability to rally teams, challenge the status quo, and deliver results.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eKnowledge of food safety and regulatory compliance standards.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cstrongu003eEDUCATIONu003c/strongu003e:u0026 Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Process preferred).u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cstrongu003eLOCATIONu003c/strongu003e: Local to Denver, CO area preferred (80239) or willing to relocate from within the USA with company support.u003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003e ', 'location ': 'Denver, CO ', 'remote ':null, 'jobtype ': 'directhire ', 'remoteoption ': 'no ', 'featuredonjobboard ':false, 'ownedbyagency ':false, 'externalid ': 'FL204-2748013

Created: 2025-10-04