"Alerted.org

Job Description

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Provide work direction and supervision to maintenance employees to ensure the effective delivery of maintenance services in accordance with the company’s policies, OSHA regulations, and applicable laws. Function as a resource and point of escalation to direct reports. Coach, mentor, and provide performance development opportunities to team members on an ongoing basis.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSILITIES:

+ Prioritize and assign daily jobs and work orders and provide clear direction to maintenance employees. Oversee pass down issues. Monitor activities to ensure and efficient and safe maintenance operation.

+ Ensure maintenance staff has a good understanding of work practices and procedures.

+ Assist the maintenance manager to ensure that all preventative maintenance work orders are completed with the given time. Assist with everyday maintenance issues and repairs.

+ Actively support and implement preventative maintenance programs; schedule and provide constant monitoring of the preventative maintenance program and make adjustments as needed.

+ Serve as the first point of contact for emergency maintenance requests.

+ Oversee the repairs and maintenance of all plant equipment.

+ Assist in developing procedures and policies for the maintenance department.

+ Complete and maintain record keeping using databases and computerized maintenance management systems.

+ Support work for proper root cause analysis on breakdowns or failures to ensure equipment breakdown issues are addressed and resolved.

+ Assist the maintenance manager on capital and special projects.

+ Work with inventory or supply employees to ensure an adequate inventory of spare parts and equipment.

+ Demonstrate ability to work unsupervised and make competent decisions when the maintenance manager is not available.

+ Remain current with latest and emerging industry regulations and codes relative to mechanical and electrical systems design and operation.

+ Provide staff with the necessary training on existing and new equipment.

+ Complete supervisory activities such as administering employee promotions and transfers, reviewing and editing employee timekeeping; completing performance evaluations, mentoring, training, and coaching employees.

+ Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all company regulatory, food safety, quality and sanitation requirements.

+ Remain current with the latest and emerging industry regulations and codes relative to mechanical and electrical systems design and operation.

+ The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

+ HS diploma.

+ Minimum of 2 years or experience in a supervisor role

+ Minimum of 5 years of experience working in a dairy, beverage, or liquid food manufacturing environment

+ Tetra filler experience strongly preferred

+ Strong understanding of operating, troubleshooting, or maintaining aseptic or pasteurized filling lines preferred

+ Familiarity with CIP (Clean-in-Place) and SIP (Sterilize-in-Place) processes

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

+ Strong knowledge of facility equipment

+ Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems

+ Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management

+ Able to lead and instruct others on the proper and safe procedures

+ Able to perform all required preventative, productive, predictive, and scheduled maintenance procedures

+ Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

+ Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork

+ Able to think and use independent judgment in planning and organizing multiple tasks and information

+ Able to demonstrate initiative and follow through on day-to-day responsibilities

+ Able to adapt to changing operational needs and lead others through change

+ Able to select, coach, develop, engage, and retain a team of employees

+ Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

**Pay Range** $80000 to $110000 annual