--- title: 'Associate Director of Maintenance & Facilities at Home Market Foods' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/associate-director-of-maintenance-facilities-home-market-foods-norwood-02eg0eaxh3b6' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-05' --- # Associate Director of Maintenance & Facilities at Home Market Foods - **Company:** Home Market Foods - **Location:** Norwood, MA - **Posted:** 2026-08-28 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-05 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/homemarketfoods/jobs/5224947007 ## Job description Pay Range: $130,000/yr. – $180,000/yr. based on experience and qualifications. Are you a maintenance leader who thrives on improving equipment reliability, developing high-performing teams, and driving world-class manufacturing performance? We're looking for an experienced Associate Director of Maintenance & Facilities to join our Plant Leadership Team and play a critical role in shaping the future of our fast-growing food manufacturing operation. This is more than a maintenance leadership role. It's an opportunity to influence plant strategy, invest in people, drive continuous improvement, and make a measurable impact on production performance and business growth. If you're passionate about building strong teams, implementing reliability best practices, and leading maintenance excellence in a complex manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. Why Join Us? As our Associate Director of Maintenance & Facilities, you'll have the opportunity to: ✅ Lead a critical function within a growing food manufacturing organization ✅ Drive reliability initiatives that directly impact production, quality, and profitability ✅ Partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Safety leaders on strategic projects ✅ Influence capital investments, equipment upgrades, and facility growth initiatives ✅ Develop and mentor the next generation of maintenance leaders and technicians ✅ Shape a culture focused on safety, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement ## WHAT YOU'LL DO Drive Plant Performance You'll lead all aspects of maintenance strategy and execution, ensuring our equipment, systems, and facilities operate at peak performance. - Champion preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs - Improve equipment reliability, uptime, and operational efficiency - Lead initiatives to reduce downtime and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) - Partner with Operations and Engineering to support current production needs and future growth - Leverage maintenance data and analytics to drive informed business decisions Lead Reliability Excellence You will be the driving force behind our asset management and reliability strategy. - Implement and advance Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA), and FMEA methodologies - Improve key performance metrics including MTBF, MTTR, OEE, and maintenance cost performance - Develop long-term asset management and equipment lifecycle strategies - Support capital projects, equipment installations, and facility improvements - Ensure reliability best practices are built into new equipment and expansion projects Develop Great People We believe exceptional results begin with exceptional teams. - Lead, coach, and mentor maintenance supervisors, planners, engineers, and technicians - Build individual development and succession plans - Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning - Partner with Human Resources to recruit and retain top technical talent - Create an environment where employees are empowered to grow and succeed Support Food Safety & Quality Excellence As a food manufacturer, maintaining the highest standards of quality and food safety is non-negotiable. - Ensure maintenance programs support food safety, sanitation, and quality requirements - Maintain compliance with GMPs, HACCP principles, quality systems, and regulatory standards - Support internal and external audits - Promote a workplace culture centered on safety, quality, and operational excellence - Other duties as assigned ## WHAT YOU'LL BRING WITH YOU Required Experience - 8-12 years of progressive maintenance leadership experience within a manufacturing environment - 3-5+ years leading maintenance managers, supervisors, or technical teams - Proven success improving asset reliability, reducing downtime, and enhancing plant performance - Experience managing maintenance budgets, planning activities, and technical projects - Strong experience utilizing CMMS systems, predictive maintenance technologies, and maintenance analytics - Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills Highly Preferred: Food Manufacturing Experience Ideal candidates will have experience with: - Food processing and packaging equipment - GMPs, HACCP, SQF, and food safety standards - High-speed automated production environments - Utility systems, refrigeration, and manufacturing infrastructure - Regulatory and audit-driven environments - Continuous improvement initiatives within food manufacturing operations Additional Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Maintenance Management, Industrial Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field - Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification - Experience leading capital projects and facility expansions - Expertise in RCM, RCFA, FMEA, and predictive maintenance technologies ## PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENT - Regularly works in production areas, including cold, wet, humid, and noisy environments. - Frequently required to stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and use hands to perform job duties. - Must be able to safely navigate production areas, including climbing stairs and ladders as needed. - Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. - Must comply with all safety, PPE, food safety, and sanitation requirements. - Ability to learn and apply job-related procedures, work independently, communicate effectively with others, and meet established performance expectations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Exciting Benefits Await You! - Enjoy top-tier Medical, Dental, Vision coverage. - Pamper your furry friends with Pet Insurance. - Stay fit with our Wellness Plan and Gym Reimbursement. - Boost your skills with Employee Tuition Reimbursement. - Unlock endless opportunities with College Scholarship for dependents. - Reap the Rewards of Our Bonus Program Available to Our Salary and Hourly Employees. - Receive a Generous 401k Company Match. - Take advantage of Competitive Paid Time Off. - Elevate Your Safety Net with Company-Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage. - Receive Relocation Assistance for a Smooth Transition. - Earn Rewards through our Employee Bonus Referral Program. - Elevate Your Workplace Experience with Community Impact Opportunities. - Celebrate Together with Team Events and Seasonal Workplace Gatherings. Opportunity Calls! Unsure if you meet all requirements? Don't hesitate, apply! Our recruitment process is prompt and transparent. Your resume will receive swift attention from our talent professionals. If chosen, you'll undergo a recruiter phone screen, followed by interviews with key team members. We value your potential. At Home Market Foods, we champion equal opportunities for all, prohibiting discrimination based on race, religion, gender, and more. Our commitment extends across all aspects of employment, ensuring a fair and inclusive workplace. At this time, Home Market Foods will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position for the following work visas: STEM OPT EAD, H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, J-1, or TN ## About Home Market Foods ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: A leading North American manufacturer of meal and snack solutions, specializing in meatballs, hot dogs, sausages, and convenience store roller grill snacks. - **Entity Type**: Private (family-owned, bootstrapped – no external funding rounds found) - **Headquarters**: Norwood, Massachusetts, USA - **Founded**: 1957 (as a traditional meat purveyor in Boston) - **Founders**: Not publicly named (family-owned business) ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Food manufacturing (meat and protein-based snack/meal solutions) - **Target customers**: B2B – retail grocery chains, foodservice operators (stadiums, schools, cruise ships, dining halls), and convenience stores across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. - **Mission statement**: “Feeding North America.” ## Products & Services - **Cooked Perfect®**: America’s #1 fully cooked meatball brand, sold in retail and foodservice channels. - **Eisenberg®**: Gourmet frankfurters and sausages (acquired in 2024). - **RollerBites®**: Protein-packed roller grill snacks (e.g., Cheeseburger RollerBites, Chicken Buffalo Ranch) designed for convenience stores. - **Custom food solutions**: Tailored products for partners in foodservice and retail. ## Market Standing - **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (private, family-owned) - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue – Not publicly available; products available in over 175 retailers and distributors across multiple countries. - **Notable Investors / Partners**: No external investors identified; the company is family-owned and self-funded. - **Growth Signals**: - 2024: Acquired Kelly Eisenberg, expanding brands, channels, and manufacturing capacity. - 2024: Opened a second manufacturing facility in South Windsor, CT. - Cooked Perfect® has been the #1 retail meatball brand since 2017. - Active hiring across operations, engineering, IT, finance, and HR (19 open jobs on Greenhouse as of search date). ## Competitive Advantages - **Brand leadership**: Cooked Perfect® is the #1 fully cooked meatball brand in U.S. retail. - **Channel diversity**: Strong presence in retail, foodservice, and convenience stores, reducing dependency on any single channel. - **Manufacturing scale**: Two manufacturing facilities (Norwood, MA and South Windsor, CT) plus warehouse operations. - **60+ years of history**: Deep industry relationships and operational expertise. ## Strategic Focus - **Expansion**: Scaling nationally through acquisitions (Kelly Eisenberg) and new facility investments. - **Innovation**: Developing on-trend, convenient protein snacks (RollerBites®) and custom solutions for partners. - **Sustainability & community**: Emphasized in company values, though specifics not detailed in provided sources. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Values-driven (“People Matter,” “Culture of Excellence,” “Customer Focused”). Described as a family-like, supportive team where employees are “proud to be.” - **Benefits**: Competitive wages, medical/dental/vision, 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, wellness benefits, discounted products, paid time off, company-sponsored life insurance. - **Work environment**: On-site roles (Norwood, MA and Norton, MA) – no mention of remote/hybrid options. Roles span production, warehouse, engineering, IT, finance, HR, quality assurance, and maintenance. - **Growth opportunities**: Company is expanding (new facility, acquisition, active hiring) – potential for career advancement. ## Sources 1. [homemarketfoods.com](https://www.homemarketfoods.com/company/) – About page (mission, values, history) 2. [homemarketfoods.com](https://www.homemarketfoods.com/careers/) – Careers page (benefits, culture) 3. [job-boards.greenhouse.io](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/homemarketfoods) – Job listings (open roles, locations) 4. [homemarketfoods.com](https://www.homemarketfoods.com/) – Home page (brands, channels) 5. [homemarketfoods.com](https://www.homemarketfoods.com/company/our-history/) – History page (milestones, acquisitions) ## Other roles at Home Market Foods - [Technical Solutions Analyst - Commercial](https://feeny.ai/job/technical-solutions-analyst-commercial-home-market-foods-norwood-epahty14hp9t) — Norwood, MA - [Technical Solutions Analyst - Operations](https://feeny.ai/job/technical-solutions-analyst-operations-home-market-foods-norwood-tp40sj6wsjsw) — Norwood, MA - [Treasury Manager](https://feeny.ai/job/treasury-manager-home-market-foods-norwood-y5an89pjqxc6) — Norwood, MA - [Staff Meat Scientist](https://feeny.ai/job/staff-meat-scientist-home-market-foods-norwood-405jt4np56pr) — Norwood, MA - [Manufacturing Operations Manager - 2nd Shift](https://feeny.ai/job/manufacturing-operations-manager-2nd-shift-home-market-foods-norwood-xphdhdj5kjwa) — Norwood, MA - [Facilities Technician II - 3rd Shift](https://feeny.ai/job/facilities-technician-ii-3rd-shift-home-market-foods-norwood-7ecyk4x7svsd) — Norwood, MA - [Manager, Environmental Health & Safety](https://feeny.ai/job/manager-environmental-health-safety-home-market-foods-south-windsor-c618b8w4daaw) — South Windsor, CT - [Manager, Food Safety & Quality Assurance](https://feeny.ai/job/manager-food-safety-quality-assurance-home-market-foods-south-windsor-40564018ms7b) — South Windsor, CT - [Manufacturing Operations Manager - 1st Shift](https://feeny.ai/job/manufacturing-operations-manager-1st-shift-home-market-foods-south-windsor-hzq5v4tqngsa) — South Windsor, CT - [Process Safety Engineer](https://feeny.ai/job/process-safety-engineer-home-market-foods-norwood-7b3atvcgjes4) — Norwood, MA