Maintenance Manager- Based in Kansas

OBJECTIVE: Perform maintenance, identify technical issues and recommend constructive solutions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (other duties as assigned): * Ensure compliance with all safety regulations * Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects * Assist in monitoring inventory on site * Enforce and follow all PRM protocols * Complete special projects as assigned * Help coordinate work from outside vendors or contractors as needed * Complete required paperwork for maintenance activities * Perform and document routine activities * Provide clear and effective instructions to technicians * Train and develop employees Supervisory Duties: Carries out supervisory responsibilities within the Repairs & Maintenance department in accordance with all policies and applicable laws.
POSITION SPECIFICATIONS Education: B.
S.
degree with an agricultural or construction management focus preferred or adequate experience in the maintenance field in lieu of degree.
Experience: * Position requires minimum one year mechanical-related experience.
Individual must have a strong desire to learn equipment operations and perform repairs and maintenance.
* Position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with operational leaders.
* Individual must be profit driven, customer oriented and have the ability to apply independent thinking and judgment to address conflict resolution Work Environment: Agricultural swine environment in rural area.
Noise levels that require hearing protection in some areas Physical Requirements: * Standing, walking and ability to be on feet 8 to 10 hours per day Frequent bending, reaching, squatting and kneeling * Frequent use of one or both hands/arms to grasp or pull * Frequent lifting of objects weighing 3-20 pounds * Occasional bending while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 100 pounds or requiring up to 100 pounds of force to move with the assistance of another person as needed * Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing * Ability to attend and participate in meetings of various lengths Additional Requirements: Must have a valid drivers license and reliable transportation to get to work and meetings.
Occasional overnight travel Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled