Refrigeration facility maintenance manager

The Manfredi Companies

Toughkenamon, PA

Pay: $120,000-$130,000/yr

Shift: Full time

**Refrigeration facility maintenance manager**

**Location:** Toughkenamon, PA

**Department:** Maintenance / Facilities

**Reports To:** Ownership

**Employment Type:** Full-Time

**Salary:** $120,000.00 - $130,000.00 Contingent on Experience & Credentials

**POSITION SUMMARY**

Manfredi Cold Storage is seeking an experienced, hands-on Refrigeration facility maintenance manager to oversee the maintenance, reliability, and operation of the facility's mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, and building systems. The goal is to ensure all equipment and infrastructure operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. This role oversees preventative maintenance, diagnoses and resolves mechanical and electrical issues, manages equipment repairs and upgrades, and drives improvements in equipment reliability, energy efficiency, and overall operational performance. The ideal candidate has strong technical and problem-solving abilities, experience in an industrial or refrigerated warehouse environment, and the ability to lead a maintenance department, collaborate with management, and coordinate outside contractors.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**

**Facility & Equipment Management**

• Monitor and maintain industrial refrigeration systems, including compressors, condensers, evaporators, cooling systems, and associated controls.
• Ensure proper operation of HVAC systems, electrical distribution, plumbing, lighting, dock equipment, doors, and other building infrastructure.
• Respond to facility emergencies and equipment failures as necessary to minimize operational disruptions.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and refrigeration-related equipment issues.
• Coordinate equipment installations, repairs, modifications, and facility improvement projects.
• Maintain the overall condition and functionality of the facility to support uninterrupted operations.
• Oversee the operation, maintenance, and reliability of all facility infrastructure, mechanical systems, and production-related equipment.

**Preventative & Predictive Maintenance**

• Develop, implement, and oversee preventative maintenance programs for facility equipment and machinery.
• Establish maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime and extend equipment service life.
• Identify recurring equipment failures and implement corrective actions to prevent future breakdowns.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment histories, service logs, and repair documentation.
• Evaluate equipment performance and recommend replacement, upgrades, or capital improvements when necessary.

**Safety & Regulatory Compliance**

• Ensure facility systems and equipment are maintained in accordance with applicable OSHA requirements, safety standards, and regulatory guidelines.
• Support compliance with refrigeration safety requirements, including applicable EPA and Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements.
• Coordinate required equipment inspections, testing, certifications, and maintenance activities.
• Identify potential safety hazards and implement appropriate corrective measures.
• Work closely with management and the Safety Department to maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure outside contractors follow established facility safety procedures and company policies.

**Project Management & Operational Improvements**

• Plan and oversee facility improvement projects, equipment upgrades, and infrastructure modifications.
• Evaluate new technologies and equipment designed to improve efficiency, reliability, and productivity.
• Identify opportunities to reduce energy consumption, refrigeration costs, and overall facility operating expenses.
• Assist with budgeting, capital expenditure planning, and vendor selection for maintenance and engineering projects.
• Coordinate with equipment manufacturers, service providers, contractors, and engineering consultants.

**Leadership & Communication**

• Provide technical guidance and direction to maintenance personnel and other facility employees.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with warehouse, leadership, production, and distribution departments.
• Communicate equipment issues, maintenance priorities, and operational concerns to management.
• Assist in developing standard operating procedures for equipment operation and maintenance.

**QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE**

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Refrigeration facility maintenance manager, industrial maintenance, facilities management, or a similar role preferred.
• Experience working in cold storage, refrigerated warehousing, food processing, manufacturing, or industrial distribution environments strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of industrial refrigeration systems.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and building infrastructure systems.
• Experience developing and managing preventative maintenance programs.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, EPA regulations, and industrial safety practices.
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