Maintenance Manager III

Responsible for ensuring that all grounds, buildings, controls of the systems, and equipment are properly maintained in the timeliest and most cost-efficient manner.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day activities of a team of direct reports; Analyzes maintenance work orders and assigns maintenance personnel to complete them; Follows up with assigned personnel as needed until order is complete; Design and implement preventative maintenance systems; Support operational departments by maintaining equipment and resolve mechanical malfunctions to increase productivity, job capabilities, and equipment capabilities at the department’s request; Support operational departments by maintaining the controls of the systems and resolve HMI issues to increase productivity, job capabilities, and equipment capabilities at the department’s request; Direct and assist in the installation of new equipment; Plan and direct modification or repair of existing equipment; Plan and execute projects in conjunction with and assigned by the Plant Manager; Stay abreast of new technologies associated with the industry, through trade magazines, training classes and technical manuals; Responsible for controls engineering and project management when applicable; Hires, trains, supervise and provide skill development and coaching for all maintenance employees; Develops, implements, and updates policies and procedures for Maintenance Services; Prepares departmental goals and objectives annually and is accountable for ongoing communication of results, quality measures, and areas for improvement; Oversees supply purchasing for the maintenance departments ensuring compliance to budget, and maintaining inventories for appropriate control, evaluating contracts regularly; Evaluates service agreements/contracts and submits recommendations to the Plant Manager

Requirements

5+ years of Maintenance experience within Food/Beverage/Dairy industry required; At least 3+ years of supervisory or managerial experience required; Experience working with outside vendors and contractors; Able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events; Ability to successfully multi-task; Designs work flows and procedures; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully to develop alternative solutions; Exceptional interpersonal skills; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Responds promptly to customer needs; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Develops staff skills and encourages growth; Excellent computer skills; Manages project and team activities

Nice to have

Bachelor’s Degree preferred; combination of two years of college or vocational training in electrical; preferably additional training in HVAC, plumbing and associated trades; 5+ years as a maintenance mechanic, specific to electrical, buildings and grounds preferred; Experience within PLC’s and Ammonia Refrigeration preferred

Benefits

health; dental; vision; wellness programs; employee discounts; retirement plans; tuition reimbursement; ongoing development; advancement opportunities