Maintenance Manager (1000)


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Job Title: Maintenance Manager (1000)
Location: MO, Midwest United States, USA

Company: agriCAREERS, INC.
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Business Development/Strategic Management
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: 25/hour - $35/hour
Job Description: Responsible for the upkeep, repair, and optimization of machinery, equipment, and systems used in animal feed drying and blending processes. Ensure mechanical, electrical, and control systems are functioning properly to maintain production efficiency, quality standards, and safety compliance.

Role Accountabilities

Duties include:

  • Provide technical troubleshooting and training in the setup and operation of production equipment, including all aspects of mechanical systems such as Steam traps Heat exchangers, Valves, Pressure valves, Pumps, Motors, Bearings, Dryers, and VFDs
  • Provide basic electrical troubleshooting and maintenance support of instruments and controls
  • Hands-on troubleshooting requiring root cause failure analysis, PMs, testing, repairs, and modifying/improving equipment
  • Provide practical and proactive problem-solving skills
  • Record all maintenance activities in the company CMM to accurately track job time, job steps, and parts usage
  • Maintain proper stock of tools and parts to perform routine work
  • Organize and maintain accurate spare parts inventory in alignment with the Senior Manager of Spare Parts and Supplies
  • Procurement/Inventory
  • Calibrate and maintain equipment to manufacturers' specifications
  • Diagnose and test malfunctioning equipment and discuss the plan to restore full operation
  • Provide weekly maintenance reports and ad hoc reports as needed
 

Requires:

Demonstrated knowledge of repairing and maintaining hydraulic and pneumatic systems

  • Diagnose and test malfunctioning machinery and discuss plan to restore to full operation with key facility personnel
  • Experience with organizing and maintaining an accurate spare parts inventory
  • Good understanding of PLC controls
  • Good understanding of steam generators and boiler operations
  • Industrial experience in electrical and mechanical support functions
  • Maintain the proper stock of tools and electrical parts to perform routine work
  • Must be able to read and understand electrical schematics and blueprints
  • Must be knowledgeable of OSHA safety requirements, especially those related to electrical and mechanical operations and components
  • Strong mechanical maintenance experience and strong knowledge of hand and power tool usage


For over 55 years, employers and employees in all areas of agriculture have worked with agriCAREERS, INC. to fulfill their employment needs in agribusiness, agronomy, seed, farm production, banking & finance, and the food industries. There is no charge or obligation to candidates for our services. We take every precaution to ensure total discretion in any job search. Our professional approach has earned us a respected reputation with our agricultural clients, as well as our candidates. One survey concluded that of the Fortune 500 companies with ag-related operations, 91% have used our services.


To be considered for any of our positions, candidates must be able to work in the United States as a U.S. Citizen or a Permanent Resident. We do not handle sponsorships.

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Job Post Date: 10/08/25
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Country: USA

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