Maintenance Manager Job at LaSalle Network, Ponca City, OK

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  • LaSalle Network
  • Ponca City, OK

Job Description

Maintenance Manager

Location: North of Oklahoma City, OK
Comp: $150,000 to $180,000 + eligibility for annual bonus
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k)

**Relocation benefits available for a qualified candidate

We are conducting a search for a Maintenance Manager to lead all maintenance and reliability functions for a high-volume manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for overseeing equipment performance, facility maintenance, regulatory compliance, and the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives. The Maintenance Manager will guide a cross-functional maintenance team, manage capital projects, and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily maintenance activities for plant equipment, utilities, facilities, and production systems.

  • Lead maintenance planning, scheduling, and preventive/predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime.

  • Support facility improvements, line layout changes, and plant expansion or modification projects.

  • Ensure compliance with OSHA and all applicable safety and regulatory standards.

  • Provide maintenance and engineering teams with the tools, training, and resources needed to support long-term reliability.

  • Develop and manage capital and expense budgets; lead execution of CapEx projects.

  • Partner with contractors, vendors, and service providers to ensure efficient project and maintenance support.

  • Troubleshoot operational issues and collaborate closely with plant leadership to drive timely solutions.

  • Lead, mentor, and develop maintenance staff; foster a collaborative, safety-focused work culture.

Qualifications

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong mechanical aptitude with understanding of mechanical, electrical, and industrial systems.

  • Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced production environment.

  • Strong project management and organizational skills.

  • Demonstrated analytical and troubleshooting abilities.

  • Effective communicator with strong interpersonal and leadership capabilities.

  • Working knowledge of refrigeration, utilities, or similar systems (preferred but not required).

  • Proficiency with maintenance-related software and tools (e.g., Excel, CMMS, Word, CAD basics, PLC fundamentals).

Education & Experience

  • Associate degree in a mechanical, electrical, or technical field—or equivalent hands-on experience.

  • Minimum 5 years of maintenance leadership experience within a protein/food manufacturing environment.

Licenses & Certifications

  • Mechanical contractor or technical certifications are a plus; may be required depending on facility needs.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

  • Regular standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 40 lbs.

  • Work performed in varied manufacturing environments requiring PPE (e.g., safety glasses, hearing protection).

  • May involve exposure to a range of temperatures depending on production areas.

  • Noisy environment at times; ear protection required.

Candidate Profile

Top Requirements

  • 5+ years of relevant food manufacturing maintenance experience

  • Stable work history with consistent tenure in each role

  • Strong leadership presence and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset

Nice to Have

  • Technical certifications (e.g., CE, refrigeration, electrical)

  • Experience in environments with strict sanitation or chemical-cleaning protocols

Thank you, 
Rachel Stewart
Senior Project Manager
LaSalle Network

#LI-RS3

Job Tags

Permanent employment, For contractors, Relocation package

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