Processing Maintenance Manager
fairlife LLC, Goodyear, AZ, United States
Job Purpose
The processing maintenance manager oversees all maintenance activities within a dairy processing facility, ensuring equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, and continuous production uptime. The role combines hand‑on technical work with strategic planning, team leadership, and cross‑department collaboration to support safe, efficient, and high‑quality dairy manufacturing. The individual will possess a strong technical background and proven history to lead a talented group of mechanics, ICTs, planners, and parts procurement.
Responsibilities
Equipment & Facility Maintenance
Lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance for dairy processing equipment such as pasteurizers, separators, homogenizers, CIP systems, pneumatic equipment, and PMO valves.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive preventive maintenance (PM) program to reduce downtime and extend asset life.
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues to restore production quickly.
Aseptic processing experience is a plus.
Compliance & Safety
Ensure all maintenance activities comply with FDA, USDA, OSHA, PMO, and food‑safety regulations.
Maintain documentation for audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.
Implement and enforce lockout/tagout, confined space, and other safety programs.
Support quality teams during root‑cause investigations and corrective actions.
Leadership & Team Management
Supervise, train, and develop maintenance technicians across multiple shifts.
Create staffing schedules, assign work orders, and manage contractor activities.
Build a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
Experience building high‑performing maintenance teams in a fast‑paced environment.
Planning & Continuous Improvement
Manage maintenance budgets, spare parts inventory, and vendor relationships.
Use CMMS systems to track work orders, equipment history, and KPIs.
Lead reliability initiatives such as root‑cause analysis, equipment upgrades, and process optimization.
Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to support operational goals.
Demonstrated success establishing and applying TPM and reliability‑based principles to create both short‑term and long‑term value.
Lead and manage processing overhauls: create and develop modular approaches to preventative maintenance.
Attend the DDS: morning and afternoon.
Drive quarterly 90‑day projects utilizing data and efficiency trends to increase operational, safety, or quality reliability initiatives.
Skills / Qualifications Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant experience required.
5+ years of maintenance experience in food, beverage, or dairy processing environments.
5+ years of leadership experience managing maintenance teams.
Strong knowledge of dairy processing equipment and sanitary design principles.
Experience with CMMS systems and maintenance planning.
Proficiency in mechanical, electrical, and controls troubleshooting.
Understanding of PMO, HACCP, GMPs, and food‑safety requirements.
Food Safety Requirements
Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments required that may affect product quality or food safety.
Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color‑coded container policy while in the Production Areas.
Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.
Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.
Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.
Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective day one!
Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance)
Paid Time Off to recharge and support work‑life balance
Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10,000)
Parental support & family care benefits, including childcare resources and lactation support
401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match
Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work‑life support
Company‑paid life insurance and short‑term disability
Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants)
Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)
Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential
Rewards & recognition, matching gifts, free product, and Business Resource Groups
Position location: Goodyear, AZ
Reports to: Sr. Processing Manager
Travel requirements:
Exempt
onexempt: Exempt
Base pay range: $110,000 — $120,000 USD
*Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.
fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job‑related factors.
In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email careers@fairlife.com.
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The processing maintenance manager oversees all maintenance activities within a dairy processing facility, ensuring equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, and continuous production uptime. The role combines hand‑on technical work with strategic planning, team leadership, and cross‑department collaboration to support safe, efficient, and high‑quality dairy manufacturing. The individual will possess a strong technical background and proven history to lead a talented group of mechanics, ICTs, planners, and parts procurement.
Responsibilities
Equipment & Facility Maintenance
Lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance for dairy processing equipment such as pasteurizers, separators, homogenizers, CIP systems, pneumatic equipment, and PMO valves.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive preventive maintenance (PM) program to reduce downtime and extend asset life.
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues to restore production quickly.
Aseptic processing experience is a plus.
Compliance & Safety
Ensure all maintenance activities comply with FDA, USDA, OSHA, PMO, and food‑safety regulations.
Maintain documentation for audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.
Implement and enforce lockout/tagout, confined space, and other safety programs.
Support quality teams during root‑cause investigations and corrective actions.
Leadership & Team Management
Supervise, train, and develop maintenance technicians across multiple shifts.
Create staffing schedules, assign work orders, and manage contractor activities.
Build a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
Experience building high‑performing maintenance teams in a fast‑paced environment.
Planning & Continuous Improvement
Manage maintenance budgets, spare parts inventory, and vendor relationships.
Use CMMS systems to track work orders, equipment history, and KPIs.
Lead reliability initiatives such as root‑cause analysis, equipment upgrades, and process optimization.
Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to support operational goals.
Demonstrated success establishing and applying TPM and reliability‑based principles to create both short‑term and long‑term value.
Lead and manage processing overhauls: create and develop modular approaches to preventative maintenance.
Attend the DDS: morning and afternoon.
Drive quarterly 90‑day projects utilizing data and efficiency trends to increase operational, safety, or quality reliability initiatives.
Skills / Qualifications Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant experience required.
5+ years of maintenance experience in food, beverage, or dairy processing environments.
5+ years of leadership experience managing maintenance teams.
Strong knowledge of dairy processing equipment and sanitary design principles.
Experience with CMMS systems and maintenance planning.
Proficiency in mechanical, electrical, and controls troubleshooting.
Understanding of PMO, HACCP, GMPs, and food‑safety requirements.
Food Safety Requirements
Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments required that may affect product quality or food safety.
Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color‑coded container policy while in the Production Areas.
Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.
Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.
Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.
Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective day one!
Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance)
Paid Time Off to recharge and support work‑life balance
Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10,000)
Parental support & family care benefits, including childcare resources and lactation support
401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match
Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work‑life support
Company‑paid life insurance and short‑term disability
Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants)
Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)
Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential
Rewards & recognition, matching gifts, free product, and Business Resource Groups
Position location: Goodyear, AZ
Reports to: Sr. Processing Manager
Travel requirements:
Exempt
onexempt: Exempt
Base pay range: $110,000 — $120,000 USD
*Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.
fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job‑related factors.
In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email careers@fairlife.com.
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