Head of Maintenance - Dairy Manufacturing

Location: Latham, NY Area Workplace: Onsite in the Capital Region

Salary: $110,000–$120,000 + 10% bonus Relocation Assistance: Available We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager with a strong background in dairy manufacturingto lead maintenance operations within a large, unionized production facility.

Key Responsibilities: Lead preventive and predictive maintenance programs Improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime Manage maintenance planning, scheduling, spare parts, and repair costs Utilize SAP or similar CMMS systems Support plant shutdowns, equipment upgrades, and capital projects Lead, coach, and develop maintenance personnel Ensure compliance with OSHA, GMP, food safety, sanitation, and plant safety standards Provide on-call support for critical maintenance issues

Requirements: 5–8+ years of industrial maintenance or mechanical engineering experience Strong dairy manufacturing experience required Experience inmilk processing, cheese, whey, dairy ingredients, or similar dairy production environments Previous maintenance leadership or supervisory experience 1+ year of management experience preferred Strong knowledge of mechanical/electrical systems, PM/PdM, and equipment reliability CMMS experience; SAP strongly preferred Union manufacturing experience is a plus Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Compensation & Schedule$110K–$120K base salary 10% annual bonus eligibility Relocation assistance available Monday–Friday, standard business hours On-call availability required Minimal travel, approximately 1–3 trips per year This opportunity is best suited for a maintenance leader who has worked directly within adairy manufacturing plant environmentand understands the equipment reliability, sanitation, food safety, and production demands unique to dairy operations. MOHR Talent is an equal-opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been discriminated against or have concerns about our compliance, please contact our Human Resources department at hr@themohrgrp.com At MOHR Talent, your progress is our passion. We are a national, minority-owned firm committed to empowering diverse talent. Our team provides personalized, growth-driven solutions whether you are looking for a new career move or eager to drive your enterprise further. Get In Touch 5775 Waterford District Dr, Suite #190, Miami, FL 33126