Job Description
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Pellet Maintenance Manager
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Location: Lima, OH
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Company: Rudolph Foods Company, Inc.
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Job Type: Full-Time
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Department: Maintenance and Engineering
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Reports To: Plant Manager and Corporate Maintenance Manager
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Supervises: 19 Direct Reports
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Pay: Competitive, based on experience
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About Rudolph Foods Company, Inc.
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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.
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Job Summary
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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.
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Key Responsibilities
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- 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
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Qualifications
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- 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
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SQF & Safety Commitment
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All employees must:
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- 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
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Benefits
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- Competitive compensation
- Health and safety-focused workplace
- Opportunities for leadership development and career growth
- Inclusive and values-driven company culture
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Apply Today!
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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.
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Job Type: Full-time
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Projected Total Compensation: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
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Benefits:
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- 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
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Work Location: In person