Plant Maintenance Manager

• Work closely with the EHS committee to maintain a safe working environment and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Maintain facility/production line conditions to meet established GMPs and Food Safety Regulations.
• Establish and maintain departmental SOPs to achieve production goals.
• Monitor production line efficiency and quality, communicating continuously with the production team.
• Create, manage, and track budget accounts for utilities, equipment repairs, machinery supplies, outside services, and maintenance labor.
• Collaborate with production manager and plant scheduler to meet production needs and changes.
• Provide leadership as a member of the management staff, coaching maintenance employees as needed.
• Manage/coordinate quotes from vendors and oversee outside contractors working on the facility, building, or equipment.
• Serve as a backup for the Maintenance Supervisor in their absence, managing Lead Maintenance Techs and their subordinates.
• Serve as a backup for the Plant Manager in the absence of the Maintenance Manager.

Qualifications:

• Previous Food Manufacturing experience.
• 5 to 7 years of experience as a Maintenance Manager is preferred.
• A bachelor's degree is preferred, preferably in engineering or a related field.
• Proficient in MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP; PLC programming would be a plus, as well as SAO PM experience.
• Analysis reporting tied to key department metrics.
• Strong Knowledge of developing preventive maintenance procedures.

• Drive continuous improvements in collaboration with Corporate engineers and local supervisors.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
• Analyze CDC/DPR production data, prioritize improvement opportunities, and seek innovative ways to conserve energy and reduce costs.
• Ensure safety audit tasks are prioritized and completed.
• Monitor/manage capital projects.
• Possesses mechanical troubleshooting skills, financial/business acumen, innovation, directing and developing others, and effective communication (written and verbal).
• Ability to multitask, manage time, set schedules, prioritize assignments, and maintain accountability.
• Strong leadership skills to work effectively and interact with others, providing guidance when necessary.
• Solid problem-solving skills.