plant maintenance manager

Now Brewing – manager plant maintenance! #tobeapartner

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrates coffee and its rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing and supporting partners who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

The Starbucks experience starts in our Roasting Plants where we have a dedicated team of professional roasters and supporting process teams including planning, warehouse management, packaging, roasting, maintenance, engineering and logistics.

This job contributes to Starbucks success by overseeing the development and implementation of sound plant maintenance programs that meet plant and company standards and regulatory requirements. Models and acts in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles.

As a manager plant maintenance, you will:

Leadership:
Setting goals for the work group, developing organizational capability, and modeling how we work together. 
Identify and communicate key responsibilities and practices to ensure the immediate team of direct reports promotes a successful attitude, confidence in leadership, and teamwork to achieve business results.
Support the implementation of company programs to ensure the success of the Company.
Planning and Execution 
Develop strategic and operational plans for the work group, managing execution, and
measuring results.
Plans and manages business unit and department processes and practices to ensure that programs are aligned with company business goals and objectives.
Prepare, communicate and educate client groups and team on changes in policies and practices within the organization.
Business Requirements  
Providing functional expertise and executing functional responsibilities.
Collaborate with engineers, suppliers, contracts and plant partners to ensure customer needs are met.
Control operating costs within budget expectations.
Develop and maintain plant preventive maintenance programs.
Ensures compliance with government regulatory agencies.
Leads efforts to upgrade facility for efficiency, safety and reliability.
Leads projects involving installation, modification or renovation of equipment.
Manage repairs and supplies, purchases and budgets.
Responsible for the management and/or implementation of food safety, legality and quality programs.
Partner Development & Team Building 
Provide partners with coaching, feedback, and developmental opportunities and building effective teams.
Challenge and inspires partners to achieve business results.
Conduct and ensure the completion of performance reviews.
Ensure partners adhere to legal and operational compliance requirements.

 

 

 

 

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Job Details
Job Posting: Jul 10, 2026
Job Posting End Date: Aug 9, 2026
Location: US-SC-Gaston-Sandy Run Roasting Plant
Workplace Expectation: Starbucks, Maintenance/Automation
Pay Range: $104,100 - $173,900 Annually
Bonus Eligible: Yes