Corporate Technical Maintenance Manager

Midwestern Pet Foods, Inc

Evansville, IN

Pay: $110,000-$130,000/yr

Shift: Full time

**Job Overview**

The Technical Services Manager leads IOT operations, infrastructure, and service delivery. You’ll manage technical teams, coordinate projects, and keep systems and networks secure, reliable, and aligned with business needs. This role combines hands-on technical troubleshooting support with people leadership, vendor management, and cross-functional communication.

**Duties**

• Provide expert consultation and technical guidance to plant maintenance and manufacturing teams, supporting equipment reliability and continuous improvement
• Oversee preventive maintenance schedules and manage parts inventory systems. Develop, track, and report on key Maintenance KPIs.
• Negotiate supplier contracts to maximize purchasing efficiency and manage Repair & Maintenance (R&M) budgets effectively.
• Lead the implementation of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) across the facility, ensuring compliance and user adoption through training and support.
• Partner with the Engineering team to manage technical projects, production line startup activities, and in-house troubleshooting solutions.
• Manage the non-IT aspects of our Industrial IoT (IIoT) strategy, expanding sensors and modules across production lines to enhance data collection and system performance.
• Collaborate with IT to ensure successful data integration and system connectivity.

**Requirements**

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 5+ years of relevant experience in technical services, plant maintenance, or industrial manufacturing.
• Strong experience with preventive maintenance and CMMS systems.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage cross-functional technical projects.
• Solid understanding of maintenance KPIs and vendor contract negotiation.

**Preferred**

• Experience with IIoT technologies or sensor-based monitoring systems.
• Familiarity with working alongside IT teams for data integration.
• Prior work experience in a food manufacturing or regulated environment.

Pay: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person