Maintenance Manager

Company: HP Hood
Location: Suffield
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future! Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more. Job Summary: Responsible for ensuring that all grounds, buildings, and equipment are properly maintained in the most timely and cost-efficient manner. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day activities of a team of direct reports. • Analyzes maintenance work orders and assigns maintenance personnel to complete them. Follows up with assigned personnel as needed until order is complete. • Design and implement preventative maintenance systems. • Support operational departments by maintaining equipment and resolve mechanical malfunctions to increase productivity, job capabilities, and equipment capabilities at the department’s request. • Direct and assist in the installation of new equipment. • Plan and direct modification or repair of existing equipment. • Plan and execute projects in conjunction with and assigned by the Plant Manager. • Stay abreast of new technologies associated with the industry, through trade magazines, training classes and technical manuals. • Hires, trains, supervise and provide skill development and coaching for all maintenance employees. • Develops, implements, and updates policies and procedures for Maintenance Services • Prepares departmental goals and objectives annually and is accountable for ongoing communication of results, quality measures, and areas for improvement • Oversees supply purchasing for the maintenance departments ensuring compliance to budget, and maintaining inventories for appropriate control, evaluating contracts regularly. • Evaluates service agreements/contracts and submits recommendations to the Plant Manager Education and Experience: • Bachelor’s Degree preferred, and/or a combination of two years of college or vocational training in electrical and preferably additional training in HVAC, plumbing and associated trades. (i.e., building, construction, sanitation.) • 5 years of Maintenance experience within Food/Beverage/Dairy industry required • 5 years as a maintenance mechanic, specific to electrical, buildings and grounds • At least 3 years of supervisory or managerial experience preferred • Experience within PLC’s and Ammonia Refrigeration preferred • Experience working with outside vendors and contractors Skills and Competencies: • Able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events • Ability to successfully multi - task • Designs work flows and procedures • Gathers and analyzes information skillfully to develop alternative solutions • Exceptional interpersonal skills • Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills • Responds promptly to customer needs • Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles • Meets challenges with resourcefulness • Develops staff skills and encourages growth • Excellent computer skills • Manages project and team activities HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled "VERVRAA Federal Contractor" LI-KW1 LI-Onsite Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location. The pay range for this position is $119,600 - $133,400 USD HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled "VERVRAA Federal Contractor" CCPA For Applicants in Massachusetts - It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Employment is subject to verification of an applicant’s identity and eligibility for employment in the United States as required by immigration laws. We are unable to assist with sponsorship at this time.

Keywords: HP Hood, New England , Maintenance Manager, Construction - Building Trades , Suffield, Northeast