General Purpose of Job: Oversee maintenance mechanics and production equipment to insure proper running and maintenance. Must be Hands On.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Work with production team on planning, scheduling, work completion and maintenance work performance.
- Emergency coordination of resources & contractors. Able to resource necessary parts and equipment for repairs and projects.
- Responsible for immediately identifying non-conforming product or equipment at any step of the operation.
- Oversee the ordering of maintenance parts and supplies for production equipment and plant as needed. Working closely with Parts Clerk.
- Coordinate maintenance staff to ensure proper personnel to cover production lines as needed for breakdowns and change over.
- Screen potential maintenance candidates for employment.
- General plant facility maintenance related items.
- Reliable attendance.
- Follows leadership direction as well as communicating well with others.
- Work with plant manager and production supervisors in the workflow process.
- Frequent climbing of stairs is required along with lifting (At least 50 Lbs) and moving of various materials required.
- Responsible for Food Safety and HACCP as assigned.
- Follows all program guidelines for Organic, Halal and Kosher certifications.
- Ability to be available for after-hour emergency situations (fire, water, etc.).
Education/ Experience:
- College Degree helpful.
- Five years' experience in maintenance, engineering or production management.
- Knowledge of proactive maintenance model (i.e. planning, scheduling, defect elimination, etc.).
- Experience with liquid food packaging equipment and processes helpful. High-speed packaging or plastics industry helpful.
- PLC Knowledge helpful.
- Demonstrated ability to identify and implement detailed solutions to complex technical problems involving multiple technologies.
- Basic computer skills, working understanding of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Ability to learn computerized maintenance management system.
- Strong communication, organization and time management skills.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills.
- Experience with Six Sigma, Lean, 5Y or Continuous Improvement helpful.
- Knowledge of shop math, ability to interpret drawings and use the tools required.
- Knowledge of mechanical aptitude and mechanical and electrical and fabricated repairs.
- This position is covered by the Assistant Maintenance Manager (or lead mechanic).