Foreign Material Systems Manager - Optical Sorting

Job overview

The Foreign Material Systems Manager - Optical Sorting is an onsite role based in Samson, AL, with a salary range of $75,000 - $105,000 per year. This position supports a global food ingredients manufacturer by overseeing critical foreign material prevention systems to ensure operational excellence and food safety. The role is responsible for leading preventative maintenance, troubleshooting electronic sorting equipment, and managing system reliability across multiple manufacturing facilities. It contributes to the company's mission by maintaining high-quality standards and ensuring the efficiency of processing technologies.

What you'll do

• Lead preventative maintenance for optical sorting equipment
• manage foreign material removal systems
• troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues
• train staff
• monitor performance programs
• manage spare parts inventory
• ensure food safety compliance.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

contract

day shift

samson al

jobot

food manufacturing

optical sorting

maintenance

preventative maintenance

automation

controls

$75k-$105k/yr

travel required

no on-call

no degree required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, retirement programs, Paid Time Off, Holidays

Why this role

50% travel required; global industry leader; full relocation package.

About the employer

Jobot is hiring for this role. Industry: Food Product Machinery Manufacturing. Sector: 33.