BlueTriton is a leading provider of spring and purified water products – the name behind your favorite bottled water brands. We are proud to offer an extensive portfolio of highly recognizable, responsibly sourced, and sustainably packaged spring water in addition to other quality products and services. Get ready to quench your thirst with exciting possibilities when you join BlueTriton for a fiercely good career doing work that matters.

Water might seem simple enough, but there is a lot going on beneath the surface. Working in a factory or warehouse requires rolling up your sleeves to get things done and the tenacity to go the extra mile again and again. We believe the rewards are worth the effort: a business you help shape, a supportive team you learn from, and the chance to have a sustainable impact in which you can truly be proud.

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Factory Engineering Manager to be located in our Cabazon, CA location and report to the Factory Manager. This position is responsible for leading the maintenance team across one large retail factory. The role will have a key responsibility for leading the factory in developing and executing the Preventative Maintenance methodologies and BlueTriton Maintenance Strategy implementation plans. 

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 
•    Lead a team of Technical Resources who support our maintenance mechanic teams.
•    Monitor the Maintenance and Improvement (M&I) strategy, plans and objectives in the factory/facilities 
•    Maintain competencies, motivation and commitment to achieve the M&I and objectives. 
•    Encourage continuous improvement, networking and sharing information within the M&I community such that it becomes a key element of the M&I culture. 
•    Demonstrate and promote the company’s values with impact on the M&I, PM Pillar, and MWG teams. 
•    Own the successful execution of capital projects for the factory utilizing the Early Management tools and methodologies. 
•    Deploy training and communicate continuous improvement strategies to factory personnel and others as needed 
•    Maintain a good understanding of the facility including which lines, processes and utilities are critical to the business where failure can have an unacceptable impact on the business, safety, environment or compliance with the law. 
•    Ensure existing maintenance strategies are retained until viable AM/PM activities are sufficiently embedded to ensure continuing equipment and business performance. 
•    Support and encourage the implementation of the engineering tools such as PM, EM, AMM, etc. 
•    Participate in local audits. Ensure action plans are in place and are being implemented as per the plan. Be proactive in investigating any issues relating to non-compliance, major breakdowns and non-conformance with key performance indicators. 
•    Work closely with Factory Personnel to implement continuous improvement strategies across the factory. 
•    Evaluate current progress on PM Pillar and MWG, driving the implementation of Best Practices related to systems, processes, methods, organization, staffing, and employee skill levels. 
•    Coordinate and coach activities of factory leaders to ensure full alignment with the PM Implementation Strategy. 
•    Lead the factory to optimize the use of Predictive Maintenance technologies. 

Qualifications

Key qualifications include: 
•    Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering preferably mechanical / chemical / process / electrical engineering. 
•    Minimum 5-7 years of experience in a technical field, preferable in food or beverage manufacturing or consumer goods industry, of which several years were as leader of the Maintenance function or Factory Engineer in a plant. 
•    Knowledge of TPM / Maintenance Excellence programs including Asset Management, Breakdown Analysis, FMEA and Reliability Centered Maintenance. 
•    Experience leading a Maintenance Improvement Team in a factory environment with demonstrated results 
•    Strong technical and leadership skills 
•    In-depth knowledge of TPM (Total Performance Management) / PM Pillar Systems and Tools Asset Management Software (SAP Preferred) 
•    Breakdown Analysis 
•    Reliability Center Maintenance Practices 
•    PM Optimization 
•    Predictive Maintenance Technologies including (infrared, ultrasonic, vibration analysis, etc.…) 
•    Knowledge of food safety, regulatory requirements for food safety and hygienic engineering. 
•    Analytical skills in problem solving such as DMAIC, Breakdown Analysis (BDA), FME, ETC. 
•    High level of motivation and self-management. 
•    Understanding of financial analysis and relevant business drivers 
•    Asset Maintenance Management. 
•    Project Engineering/Management (demonstrated project management skills) 
•    Plant Design & Construction. 

 

Pay Range: $133,814-$160,466. This role is eligible for a 15% annual bonus.

Salary Range Disclaimer:
The salary range provided for this position is an approximation based on market research, internal compensation data and the candidate’s qualifications and experience.  Final salary offers are determined through a comprehensive evaluation of candidate qualifications and may vary depending on factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location of the position. Other components of the compensation package, including benefits and bonuses, will also be considered.  We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we encourage open dialogue about compensation during the interview process.

BlueTriton Brands, Inc. (“BlueTriton”) is a water and beverage company in North America that produces and distributes a portfolio of brands of spring water, purified water, and other beverages, which include Poland Spring®, Deer Park®, Ozarka®, Ice Mountain®, Zephyrhills®, Arrowhead®, Origin™, Saratoga®, AC+ION®, Pure Life®, B’EAU®, and Splash Refresher™. BlueTriton also owns and operates ReadyRefresh®, a water and beverage delivery service for homes and offices.

Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, BlueTriton is a privately held company with operations and distribution primarily in the United States and Canada, employing more than 7,000 employees. BlueTriton manages water resources for long-term sustainability and helps protect more than 20,000 acres of watershed area owned by the company from harm and destruction. The company sources from 56 springs and has 30 production facilities across North America, with some verified to the Alliance for Water Stewardship Standard. BlueTriton is a Water Champion with The Water Council and has committed to be verified under their WAVE program.

BlueTriton Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. BlueTriton Brands is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at BlueTritonHR@bluetriton.com