Senior Maintenance Engineer 3401 East Wier Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85040 $75,000
- $85,000 a year
- Full-time $75,000
- $85,000 a year
- Full-time Job Summary The Senior Maintenance Engineer is a critical, hands-on reliability leader responsible for maximizing equipment uptime, minimizing downtime, and building scalable maintenance systems at Mama Lola's.
This role is deeply embedded in operations and requires a true roll-up-your-sleeves mindset—someone who understands how equipment works, how it fails, and how to fix it quickly and correctly. This position leads the Maintenance Department while partnering closely with Production, Operations, QA, and Management to maximize equipment uptime, reduce downtime, and support continuous growth. The Senior Maintenance Engineer will design and enforce preventive maintenance programs, develop and standardize operating procedures, oversee equipment installations, and drive capital improvement initiatives with clear ROI justification. Success requires deep technical expertise, a strong Reliability Engineering mindset, proficiency in CMMS optimization, and the ability to deliver actionable data that drives continuous improvement and capacity growth. Key Responsibilities Facility & Equipment Reliability Maintain overall health of the facility through routine inspections, identifying cleanliness issues, safety risks, and required repairs or upgrades. Develop, implement, and continuously optimize preventive, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) programs for all major equipment and building systems. Ensure PM compliance and continuously improve maintenance processes to maximize efficiency and minimize unplanned downtime. Build and optimize the CMMS (asset hierarchy, PM library, spare-parts inventory, calibration tracking, and real-time dashboards) to enable data-driven decision making. Leadership & Team Management Lead, supervise, and develop the Maintenance Department in alignment with company policies and performance expectations. Delegate preventive and corrective maintenance tasks to AM and PM technicians using an intuitive tracking and documentation system called MaintainX. Coach, counsel, and support maintenance team members on performance, attendance, safety, and professional growth. Review timecards and partner with Human Resources on payroll accuracy and overtime management. Compliance, Safety & Food Manufacturing Standards Ensure all maintenance and facility activities comply with OSHA, HACCP, SQF, and food safety regulations. Monitor and update cleaning and sanitation schedules in alignment with SQF program requirements. Support Operations and QA during SQF audits by providing accurate maintenance, sanitation, and equipment documentation. Enforce lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, and other critical safety procedures. Projects, Capital & Continuous Improvement Supervise and execute installation of new equipment and production lines, ensuring proper commissioning and documentation. Train maintenance and production teams on new and existing equipment for safe, efficient operation. Partner with management to identify, evaluate, and justify capital expenditure projects with clear ROI. Lead or support Lean/TPM initiatives, root-cause analysis (RCA/FMEA), and cost-reduction projects that directly improve capacity. Cross-Functional & External Coordination Coordinate with external vendors, contractors, and service providers for preventive and emergency maintenance. Inspect and validate the quality of work performed by contractors and external service partners. Serve as liaison with landlords, property management firms, and the City of Phoenix during inspections and regulatory interactions. Track maintenance expenses, utilities, and anomalies; generate and present monthly reports. Additional Duties Assist production with troubleshooting, retraining, and process optimization as needed. Perform other duties as assigned to support operational excellence. Required Skills & Competencies Strong Reliability Engineering background with proven experience building and optimizing CMMS systems (MaintainX or similar) for real-time data tracking Hands-on mechanical, electrical, and controls troubleshooting expertise on food manufacturing equipment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proven leadership with empathy, accountability, and teamwork High initiative, adaptability, and problem-solving ability Strong organizational and documentation skills Positive attitude, dependability, and strong work ethic Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred Education & Experience Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field Minimum of 5 years of experience managing facilities and production equipment in a manufacturing environment, preferably food manufacturing At least 3 years of experience developing and managing preventive maintenance programs Demonstrated experience in: Building and equipment maintenance HVAC and building systems Construction planning and oversight Facility and site planning Strong understanding of financial principles including budgeting, ROI, P&L, and cost control Proven project management experience, preferably within lean manufacturing environments Proficiency in AutoCAD or other 2D drafting software preferred Strong knowledge of: Electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and rotating equipment systems Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards HACCP and food safety regulations Hands-on experience with food manufacturing equipment including conveyors, ovens, fryers, flammable materials handling, LOTO, and confined space procedures Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally across all organizational levels, contractors, vendors, and regulatory agencies
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$75,000.00
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have strong knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)? Do you have strong knowledge ofHACCP & Food Safety regulations? Are you Proficient in AutoCad or a 2D drafting software program?
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
Developing/Managing Preventative Maintenance :
3 years (Required)
Managing Facilities & Food Equipment:
5 years (Required)
Language:
Bilingual (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Phoenix, AZ 85040 (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person
