Plant Maintenance Manager

Legacy Talent Search is currently seeking candidates for a Plant Maintenance Manager role in Vancouver, WA. Our client is a well-established industry leader known for innovation and a commitment to delivering the highest quality products. With a focus on continuous improvement, they pride themselves on maintaining excellence at every stage of their manufacturing process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage mechanical and electrical maintenance teams to ensure repairs and maintenance are completed safely, accurately, and on schedule to support production readiness.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of food processing and packaging equipment, conveyor systems, freezing systems, and ammonia refrigeration systems (as applicable).
• Plan, assign, and coordinate preventive and predictive maintenance activities across hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, power transmission, welding/fabrication, balancing, and alignment.
• Provide technical leadership and troubleshooting support for industrial electrical systems, PLCs, and controls (including control circuits, sensors, instrumentation, VFDs, and HMI/automation systems) to minimize downtime.
• Oversee the operation, installation, repair, and maintenance of plant utilities including water, gas, steam, compressed air/vacuum, and electrical systems.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and implement best practices to enhance equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, regulatory, and company standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop maintenance staff to build a high-performing team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent vocational experience required.
• 7–10 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• 3–5 years of maintenance leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including 480V three-phase power and motor controls.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC systems, sensors, relays, and automation equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, background check (including employment and education verification), and credit screen.
• Willingness to work extended schedules and weekends during the fresh pack season (typically July through early November).

What We Offer:

• $120,000 – $132,500/year competitive salary.
• Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match (Traditional & Roth options available).
• Company-paid Life and AD&D insurance.
• 10 paid vacation days, 9 paid holidays, and separate sick time.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Additional voluntary insurance products available.
• Convenient location just 2 miles west of downtown Vancouver.
• Free parking.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

At Legacy Talent Search, we are more than just a staffing agency. We are dedicated to supporting the growth of the American economy and way of life, one job at a time. With a focus on rebranding the staffing industry, we work tirelessly to show how a specialized recruiting team can drive productivity. Our legacy is built on people and community—how we help others is how we leave our mark.

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Legacy Talent Search is an equal opportunity employer.