Primary Focus
In conjunction with the Maintenance Team, the Manager’s role is critical as he/she directs the maintenance team to ensure maximum equipment reliability and strict compliance with food safety and regulatory standards. The responsibility includes identifying and addressing maintenance issues on an on-going basis, reviewing work orders, planning, scheduling, prioritizing and costing maintenance works as well as ensuring that all maintenance jobs are done timely and to the required standards.
Accountabilities / Direct
- Plan/schedule routine maintenance tasks and preventive maintenance activities;
- Ensure maintenance team members have proper tools and equipment for upcoming jobs;
- Request parts via the existing PO system in place.
- Maintain proper organization and Inventory of the store room;
- Work with vendors and subcontractors to achieve desired results;
- Responsible for the execution of the PMP program
- Prepare and maintain maintenance records, statistic reports, and other paperwork;
- Trouble-shoot and solve problems;
- Oversee and assist with projects such as new equipment installations and renovations
- Minimize down-time of all equipment in plant.
- Hire, train, mentor, and supervise a team of maintenance technicians and supervisors.
- Keep VP of Operations informed of problems and/or unusual situations;
- Responsible for costing of replacement parts, gathering quotes for jobs and capital projects;
- Enforce all safety protocols, GMPs, and sanitation standards. Manage environmental reviews and ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act requirements.
- Lead EHS initiative to ensure environmental compliance;
- Manage work order system;
- Follow all safety rules and practices;
- Perform other related duties as assigned from time-to-time;
Required Skills / Experience & Abilities
- High school diploma or GED equivalent; technical degree preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of electrical (up to 480V 3-phase), mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems as well as Refrigeration (Ammonia) system. Experience with PLCs, automated packaging, and food processing lines as well as B Class Operator Certification is highly desired.
- A strong, proven background in GMP-regulated environments and an understanding of food safety audits (e.g., SQF, HACCP)
- Strong communication and computer skills.
- The ability to plan/schedule in coordination with production and maintenance teams.
- 5 years minimum experience working in a manufacturing environment with in-depth maintenance exposure. Meat industry experience is preferred but not required.
- Ability and interest to advance into a maintenance leadership role.
Autonomy and Responsibility
Decisions that do not require approval of Direct Supervisor:
- Routine Maintenance Works.
Employees under his/her Direct Responsibility
Maintenance Personnel
Responsibility / Authority
Money Handling
· None
Company Property
· Office Supplies
· Plant and office Equipment
Contacts
· Vendors
· Employees
· Managers
Signing Authority
· None
Working Conditions
· Environment - mainly Plant
· Physical Effort – Medium to High
· Sensory Attention – Medium to High
· Mental Stress – Medium to High
Risk of the Position
· Constant mental and physical pressure
· Legalities - non compliance of regulatory (building, mechanical, electrical codes, etc.) and professional rules and ethics
· Probability – Medium
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $120,000.00-$130,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
