At Paulig, we believe every meal, cup, and moment should be full of flavour, and that bold ideas can make the world a tastier, more sustainable place. As a house of iconic brands, we can make an impact that counts and careers that matter.

Now we’re looking for a Maintenance Manager to join our technical department and help us shape the future of food and beverages. You will be based in Roeselare, Belgium and report to the Technical Engineering Manager.

Your role in the blend

As Maintenance Manager, you will lead the safe, efficient and compliant execution of maintenance activities at our Roeselare site. You will empower the maintenance teams to deliver strong results, while ensuring that day-to-day activities are aligned with our business objectives, safety standards and continuous improvement ambitions.

You will play a key role in translating maintenance plans into effective execution. Together with the team leaders and other stakeholders across the organization, you will ensure smooth operations, strong communication and reliable technical performance.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and develop the maintenance execution team, creating an environment in which people can perform at their best.
• Set clear objectives for the maintenance team and translate broader company priorities into concrete maintenance targets.
• Take ownership of the execution of preventive maintenance activities together with the team leaders.
• Validate maintenance planning and steer its daily execution.
• Ensure appropriate short-term actions are taken when urgent technical issues arise.
• Monitor the quality, safety and compliance of maintenance work in close cooperation with the team leaders.
• Follow up on work carried out by external contractors and review their service performance.
• Monitor progress against the maintenance plan and ensure clear communication on execution.
• Organize debriefings after major technical issues and ensure appropriate follow-up actions.
• Evaluate and further develop the maintenance execution team together with the team leaders.
• Safeguard an effective flow of information between maintenance execution and other relevant stakeholders.
• Contribute to compliance with relevant audit requirements, including FSSC, ISO 14001 and BRC, as well as quality, health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Follow technical performance indicators such as technical availability, waste, safety compliance, budget versus plan, wrench time and MTTR.
• Act as a role model for Paulig’s guiding principles and foster a learning and continuous improvement mindset.

Your key ingredients

You would be a great fit if your background and experience would look similar to this:

• You hold a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electromechanical Engineering or a comparable technical field.
• You preferably have at least 5 years of experience in a similar maintenance role.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is important, while experience in the food industry is considered an advantage.
• You have strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• You are familiar with MS Office and maintenance management/CMMS software.
• You combine strong technical expertise with leadership skills and a people-oriented approach.
• You know how to motivate a team, set clear expectations and drive results.
• You are an effective communicator who can collaborate smoothly with both internal stakeholders and external partners.
• You have a clear service-oriented mindset.
• You are fluent in the local language and English.

The flavours we bring

Working at Paulig, a family owned company, means being part of an international community with bold ambitions and an inclusive growth culture.

We offer:

• A purpose-driven workplace – we’re building a healthier, more sustainable food culture.
• Continuous learning – access to LinkedIn Learning, and development programs.
• A passionate team – diverse backgrounds that spark creativity and collaboration.
• A competitive salary supplemented with a wide range of benefits: meal vouchers, group insurance, 11 ADV days, seniority days, hospitalization & dental insurance, extensive training opportunities, as well as a Benefits at Work platform.
• Every year, a relaxing team-building event takes place with your department.
• You can have your packages delivered to the Paulig Bring me box.
• We provide fresh fruit and fresh soup daily.
• We offer a movement program in collaboration with a sports club.
• We work with a specialized organization to support mental well-being.
• You can purchase our products at attractive discounts in our Paulig shop.

Interested?

Join us on our journey to build a flavourful and more sustainable future. We review applications continuously, so please apply as soon as possible and bring your unique flavour to Paulig.

Want to learn more about working at Paulig and what we offer? Visit Paulig Group.

About Paulig

Paulig is an international food and beverage company, growing a new, sustainable food culture – one that is good for both people and the planet. Paulig provides Tex Mex, snacks, coffees, world foods and spices. The company's brands include Santa Maria, Paulig, Conimex, Poco Loco and Zanuy, among others. In 2025, the company’s sales amounted to approximately EUR 1.39 billion. Paulig was founded in 1876 and is 100% owned by the Paulig family. The company has 2,700 employees in 13 different countries united by the purpose 'For a life full of flavour'. Paulig Group.