Maintenance Coordinator

Role Overview

Mitolo Family Farms is seeking a Maintenance Coordinator to oversee the planning, scheduling, and management of maintenance activities and stores at our Virginia production site. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this position serves as a vital bridge between maintenance teams, suppliers, and contractors to ensure smooth plant operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize and supervise daily and preventative maintenance tasks including weekend shifts to minimize downtime and improve equipment longevity.
• Collaborate with maintenance staff to determine maintenance schedules and execute them effectively.
• Manage work rosters and communicate weekend maintenance plans to relevant parties.
• Administer the computerized maintenance management system (MEX) by entering tasks, equipment details, and generating relevant reports for management.
• Oversee maintenance inventory including stocktaking, procurement, and supplier negotiation to ensure cost-effective sourcing.
• Support implementation of new maintenance systems and stores, and assist engineering teams during high-workload projects.
• Maintain appropriate safety documentation related to chemicals, oils, and machinery.
• Conduct stock control activities including ordering parts and consumables and handling new stock arrivals.
• Prioritize Health & Safety by performing all duties responsibly and promptly reporting hazards to support a culture centered on safety and quality.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven background in maintenance planning is essential.
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills.
• Experience using a computerized maintenance management system like MEX or comparable tools.
• Knowledge of procurement and receiving processes.
• Competent computer skills.
• Understanding of workplace health and safety regulations and practices.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Capability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Consistent and honest communication across all management levels.
• Positive, proactive mindset with high personal conduct and presentation standards.
• Skill in building and maintaining respectful, productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Quick decision-making skills based on critical evaluation of information.

Why Work With Mitolo Family Farms?

At Mitolo Family Farms, you join a team dedicated to advancing agricultural innovation beyond just talk. We value your mental and physical health and cultivate a culture where quality and safety are fundamental to all our operations. With a rich heritage since 1972 and four generations of growth, we combine tradition and technology to deliver premium produce nationally.