Maintenance Coordinator - Facilities

Gowan Milling Blytheville is looking for a Maintenance Coordinator at the Blytheville facility. This position will report directly to the Manufacturing Commercial Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Have direct oversight of maintenance of the facilities including but not limited to:
• HVAC systems
• Plumbing
• Electrical and Mechanical systems
• Infrastructure
• Communications equipment
• Fire protection systems
• Oversee equipment modification, repair, and fabrication.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and problem resolution for equipment and systems.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules with plant department heads to minimize downtime and ensure operational efficiency.
• Generate and maintain detailed work instructions and maintenance documentation.
• Supervise contractors and personnel assigned to plant maintenance projects.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industrial codes and standards in all maintenance operations.
• Maintain working knowledge of company policies and ensure adherence to them in the maintenance department.
• Correspond with contractors on work to be completed within the plant, review and sign work orders for payment.
• Maintain plant grounds including the grass, road,
• Maintain plant rail line with monthly in plant inspections, yearly inspections from government, yearly procedure reviews from rail contractor.
• Coordinate leases on equipment i.e. forklifts, compressors,
• Support other areas of maintenance as needed.
• Organize, budget and acquire spare parts and tools according to needs. 
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical training or certification in maintenance, engineering, or a related field preferred.

Experience / Skills / Abilities:

• Strong safety mindset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to provide clear instructions.
• Extensive knowledge of industrial process and packaging equipment maintenance and repair.
• Experience in equipment fabrication and modification techniques.
• Familiarity with applicable industrial codes, standards, and safety protocols.
• Ability to manage and supervise a team, ensuring that maintenance goals are met efficiently.
• Collaborate with the other department heads to identify opportunities for process improvements that can enhance productivity, reduce waste, and optimize resource utilization.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience in contractor supervision and management of plant projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) and inventory management software.

Job Expectations / Working Conditions:

• Ability to work in an industrial environment with exposure to noise, dust, heat, and heavy machinery.
• Must be able to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends, or overtime as required.
• Ability to respond to on-call emergencies and address breakdowns during off-hours.

The Gowan Group is a global, family-owned agricultural solutions business headquartered in the heart of America’s winter vegetable capital, Yuma, Arizona, U.S.A. Gowan specializes in developing, marketing, and processing agricultural inputs such as crop protection products, seeds, and fertilizers. Founded by Jon Jessen in 1962 and led by his daughter Juli as CEO, Gowan has grown markets in the majority of agricultural regions globally. A deep respect for science and a passion for agriculture drives the Gowan Company to help growers solve their critical pest and plant health issues.