Maintenance Manager

TreeHouse Foods is a prominent manufacturer specializing in private label packaged foods and beverages, operating more than 20 production facilities along with multiple corporate offices across the United States and Canada. As an industry leader, TreeHouse Foods focuses on delivering high-quality, affordable food products, fulfilling the needs of a wide range of customers, communities, and families. The company prides itself on its strong culture that emphasizes integrity, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers by Forbes Magazine, TreeHouse Foods adopts a value-driven approach to business, living by the principles to Own It, Commit to Excellence, Be Agile, Speak Up, and Better Together. This fosters an inclusive and engaging environment where employees can thrive professionally and personally while contributing to important enterprise-wide goals.

The Maintenance Manager role at the Tonawanda, NY facility presents a vital leadership opportunity within TreeHouse Foods’ production network. The plant specializes in manufacturing quality cracker products, and the Maintenance Manager will be responsible for leading the production maintenance group at this location. This full-time, on-site position involves providing strategic direction, supervision, and support to the maintenance team to ensure smooth operations and promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement. As a Maintenance Manager, the successful candidate will play a key role in championing the plant’s health, safety, food safety, and quality standards while driving operational excellence.

The position requires hands-on leadership in managing maintenance staff, including technicians, coordinators, and administrative personnel. The Maintenance Manager will leverage Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) tools and continuous improvement methodologies to boost individual skill development, enhance teamwork, and drive manufacturing results. The role works closely with various departments including plant floor personnel, engineering, external vendors, and senior leadership, making interpersonal skills and communication critical. Responsibilities also include managing the annual capital budget as a Project Manager to support infrastructure upgrades, operational efficiencies, and safety initiatives.

Candidates must be ready to lead with flexibility, as the role requires supporting multiple shifts and occasionally adjusting work schedules to provide oversight and mentorship across 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts. The anticipated salary range is between $97,500 and $146,300 annually, with the precise compensation depending on factors such as education, experience, certifications, location, and performance. In addition, employees may be eligible for bonuses, discretionary merit awards, and equity pay.

Joining TreeHouse Foods means access to a competitive compensation package that includes immediate eligibility for benefits from day one. Employees enjoy four weeks of vacation, paid sick leave, parental leave, and 11 company holidays including floating holidays. The company supports career growth through paid training, tuition reimbursement, and a vast online educational platform offering over 10,000 courses. A diverse and inclusive culture, robust wellness programs, and employee resource groups foster a welcoming workplace environment where everyone can contribute and succeed. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a seasoned maintenance leader to advance their career in a dynamic food manufacturing setting while making a tangible impact on production operations and safety standards.