Gerente de Mantenimiento Senior

Senior Maintenance Manager This role is part of our Purina Animal Nutrition business helping our network of local cooperatives, independent dealers and other large retailers serve producers, and animal owners throughout the United States. Through industry -leading R&D and committed partnerships, we innovate the nutrition products and practices that unlock the full potential of every animal for a healthier, more productive life.  The Senior Maintenance Manager provides leadership across the Denver, CO animal nutrition facility and the Commerce City bulk operation. This role is responsible for ensuring the reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of all plant assets, while maintaining the highest standards in safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.  This position leads the execution of maintenance strategies that drive uptime, reduce cost, and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), while building a high-performing, technically capable maintenance team.  KEY RESPONSIBILITIES   • Lead all aspects of maintenance operations across two facilities, including  asset reliability, utilities, buildings, and grounds    • Develop and execute  preventive and predictive maintenance strategies  to reduce unplanned downtime   • Own and manage  maintenance and capital budgets , ensuring effective allocation of resources   • Oversee  parts inventory and storeroom management  to support operational readiness   • Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, and Safety to support production goals and continuous improvement initiatives   • Lead  CAPEX projects  from scope development through execution and closeout   • Utilize CMMS to drive  planning, scheduling, and work order discipline    TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP EXPECTATIONS   • Provide technical guidance and support in troubleshooting:   • 480V / 3-phase electrical systems, motors, VFDs, and control circuits    • PLC-controlled equipment (Allen-Bradley preferred)    • Mechanical systems including  gearboxes, conveyors, bearings, and drive systems    • Ensure the team is capable of diagnosing and resolving issues across  electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems    • Establish and reinforce standards for  root cause analysis and long-term corrective actions    • Drive continuous improvement in  PM completion, work quality, and equipment reliability    TEAM LEADERSHIP & PERFORMANCE   • Lead, coach, and develop a team of maintenance technicians across multiple shifts and facilities   • Establish clear expectations for  execution, follow-through, and quality of work , ensuring consistency across shifts   • Build team capability through  training, skill development, and knowledge sharing    • Create an environment where  issues are identified early, communicated effectively, and resolved with urgency    • Reinforce a culture of  ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement  through consistent leadership presence and engagement   Required Education/Experience:   • High School Diploma with 7+ years of progressive maintenance leadership experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment OR  Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field with 3–5 years of maintenance leadership experience a high-volume manufacturing environment  • Industrial maintenance leadership (manufacturing, feed, grain, or similar environment)    • Managing  CAPEX projects from concept to completion    • Driving performance through  KPIs (downtime, PM completion, cost, reliability)    • Implementing and sustaining  CMMS systems and maintenance best practices    TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE   • Strong working knowledge of:   • PLC systems (Allen-Bradley preferred)    • Industrial electrical systems (480V / 3-phase)    • Mechanical systems and power transmission   • Familiarity with  GMPs and food/feed safety requirements    • Understanding of  Lean / Continuous Improvement methodologies    • Knowledge of  health, safety, and environmental regulations    CORE COMPETENCIES   • Ability to lead through change and drive alignment across teams   • Strong planning, prioritization, and organizational skills   • Effective communicator with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization   • Data-driven decision making with a focus on  sustainable results, not short-term fixes    ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS   • Ability to support off-shift, weekend, and holiday coverage as needed   Salary: $93,360 - $140,040 In most cases, candidates offered employment can expect to be hired at a pay rate near the middle of our salary ranges About Land O'Lakes, Inc. Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list. We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root. Land O’Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices. Neither Land O’Lakes, nor its affiliates or search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested.                                                                                                        If you need to submit a reasonable accommodation request to complete the employment application process, please call the HR Solution Center at 844-LOL-HR4U [teléfono en el portal]) M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT.