Job Information
Actalent Maintenance Manager in Tracy, California
Maintenance Manager
Joining our family-owned company means becoming part of an organization that values integrity, teamwork, and long‑term relationships. We foster a positive, safety‑focused work environment where employees are empowered to contribute, grow, and take pride in their work. Our commitment to quality and continuous improvement extends beyond our products to the way we support and develop our people.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading, managing, and continuously improving the site’s Maintenance Program and Maintenance Team. This role ensures the effective support of company objectives, operational goals, production requirements, budgets, and safety and quality standards.
The Maintenance Manager brings extensive hands‑on knowledge of modern production equipment, a strong understanding of reactive, preventive, and predictive maintenance practices, and a commitment to driving maintenance excellence through continuous improvement initiatives.
This role requires a results‑driven leader who excels in a high‑speed, fast‑paced, and complex manufacturing environment, demonstrates strong problem‑solving capabilities, and effectively allocates resources to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance Leadership & Reliability
Lead the site’s Maintenance Excellence initiatives to achieve optimal equipment reliability, uptime, and availability.
Oversee maintenance teams, programs, and processes to support consistent performance of plant equipment and systems.
Establish and maintain high standards of performance, accountability, and professionalism within the maintenance team.
Champion the effective use of the site’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Team Development & Management
Lead, coach, and develop maintenance personnel through formal training, hands‑on learning, teamwork exercises, and technical skill‑building activities.
Manage subordinate staff in the day‑to‑day execution of maintenance activities.
Foster a culture of safety, engagement, and continuous improvement.
Operations, Engineering & Project Support
Collaborate closely with Operations and Engineering to align maintenance activities with production needs and business priorities.
Coordinate preventive maintenance programs and support new equipment installation and commissioning.
Oversee facilities design, inspection, equipment repair, and installation activities.
Ensure projects and departmental initiatives are completed on time and within budget.
Safety, Quality & Compliance
Ensure maintenance activities are performed in alignment with all Safety, Quality, Environmental, Regulatory, and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures.
Promote and continuously improve a strong safety culture across the maintenance organization.
Systems, Inventory & Documentation
Monitor and manage maintenance inventory, including spare parts and specialized tooling.
Develop, implement, and maintain maintenance procedures and schedules for existing and future equipment.
Maintain accurate documentation and records to support compliance and operational efficiency.
Additional Responsibilities
- Perform other duties as assigned to support site and company objectives
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
5–7 years of relevant maintenance or engineering experience in a manufacturing or food production environment.
3–5 years of maintenance leadership or supervisory experience.
Technical & Professional Skills
Strong knowledge of maintenance and reliability best practices.
Proven leadership, coaching, and team‑building capabilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to prioritize, plan, and manage multiple strategic and tactical initiatives simultaneously.
Highly organized, self‑motivated, and detail‑oriented, with the ability to work independently.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and AutoCAD.
Preferred Certifications
Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP)
Certified Professional Maintenance Manager (CPMM)
Or equivalent professional certification
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
The work environment and physical demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Regular verbal communication and active listening are required.
Frequent sitting and use of hands for handling, fingering, or feeling objects.
Occasional standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, climbing, and balancing.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 49 pounds independently; items weighing 50 pounds or more require a team lift.
Visual requirements include both close vision and distance vision.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Tracy, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $150000.00/yr.
Full benefits Regular verbal communication and active listening are required. Frequent sitting and use of hands for handling, fingering, or feeling objects. Occasional standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, climbing, and balancing. Ability to lift and/or move up to 49 pounds independently; items weighing 50 pounds or more requ
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Tracy,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.