PRM Maintenance Manager

"Lead with purpose by ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of operations that support quality products and a growing organization."

Department: Perdido River Meats
Position Status: Regular Full-Time
Supervisor Role: Yes
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Join Our Mission

The Poarch Creek Indians value individuals who are committed to community, tradition, and excellence. As Alabama's only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe, we are dedicated to preserving our heritage while creating opportunities for future generations. If you're passionate about leadership, operational excellence, and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.

About the Role

The PRM Maintenance Manager oversees all facility and equipment maintenance operations to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant performance. This position leads preventive and predictive maintenance programs, capital improvement projects, maintenance planning, inventory control, and regulatory compliance while developing maintenance systems and training programs that support long-term operational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all maintenance operations, including equipment, utilities, refrigeration, boilers, wastewater, and facility systems.
• Manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs, work orders, SOPs, and maintenance planning.
• Develop department budgets, monitor KPIs, and improve equipment reliability.
• Oversee capital projects, equipment installation, and facility improvements.
• Manage maintenance inventory, purchasing, and vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with USDA, OSHA, environmental, food safety, sanitation, and company requirements.
• Serve on the plant HACCP Team.
• Maintain maintenance records, equipment history, inventory, and performance reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Maintenance Management, Business Administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and maintenance experience.
• Four (4) years of supervisory experience in industrial maintenance, facilities maintenance, manufacturing, or a related environment.
• Two (2) years of budget management experience.
• OSHA General Industry 30-Hour Certification preferred.
• Experience in beef slaughter and processing preferred.
• Knowledge of Freon refrigeration systems, boilers, PLCs, and wastewater operations preferred.
• Ability to work flexible or irregular hours as needed.
• Valid driver's license with an insurable driving record.
• Ability to successfully complete required criminal and character background checks.
• Ability to travel for training and professional development.

Essential Competencies

• Strong knowledge of industrial maintenance, equipment troubleshooting, and processing operations.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, including LOTO and NFPA 70E.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and maintenance-related software.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement solutions.
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, adaptability, confidentiality, and respect for diverse backgrounds while serving as a positive representative of the Poarch Creek Indians.

Total Rewards Package

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Performance Bonuses
• Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLA)
• Professional Development Opportunities

Preference will be given in accordance with Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.

INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian

In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian

In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.

INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian

In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian

In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.

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