Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. Our history was created by remarkable people, ideas, and innovations. It serves as inspiration and foundation for our future success. 
 
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Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and competitive team. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

General Summary

This position is responsible for safely and progressively leading the Bloomfield Bakery Maintenance Team.  Development and implementation of a strong predictive/condition based maintenance program. Defining and communicating a set of metrics to allow the team to understand actual performance against specific goals on a daily basis. Development of a critical equipment list and associated strategic maintenance plan. Success factors for this position include, but are not limited to: 0 safety incidents, world class downtime of 3% or less, successful TPM implementation and providing clear expectations and follow up to direct reports.

Principal Accountabilities

Have advanced knowledge of industrial piping, electrical, welding, and fabricating in order to set up, modify, repair, and troubleshoot problems on plant production and facility equipment. Use his/her technical background to act as a trade expert in keeping the plant running efficiently and within all regulatory guidelines.  Guide mechanics in order to support the operation through successful troubleshooting and repair of all production equipment as well as buildings and grounds.  Ensure that all Zone Maintenance Mechanics understand their goals and objectives, and how they are contributing towards them. Consistently inspect and monitor work areas for compliance with food safety regulations. Handle all aspects of training (recommendation, setup, execution and documentation) for direct reports.  Model company policies and consistently apply to all employees. Coach and discipline employees where appropriate. Actively participate in Daily Direction Setting (DDS) meetings and other plant meetings as requested. Respond to all crewing requirements including changes due to call-offs and production schedules. Promote positive employee relations by recognizing employees for exceptional work performance, teamwork, and other contributions that assist us in meeting our business objectives. Work with the plant Maintenance Planner to plan daily/weekly work as well as major upcoming projects.  Provide clarification of Work Orders, Work Requests and Work Notifications to the Maintenance Planner that are lacking enough information. Improve PM system including updates to existing PM’s and add new PM’s to the system as new equipment is commissioned within the plant. Determine root cause of major repairs by employing Lean Principals (i.e. A3 and 5-Why analysis) and implement the necessary corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Maintain open communication with all departments and personnel regarding safety, job efficiency, product quality, customer service, and housekeeping.  Proactively manages safety programs and initiatives; drives a "zero accident, zero lost time" philosophy within the team. Must adhere to all GMP and Food Safety Policies and Practices. Other duties as assigned, with or without accommodation.

Job Complexity

Establish and meet critical timelines of equipment rebuilds and repairs.

Maintain budget control for maintenance and labor expenses.

Coordinate with operations to accomplish maintenance activities.

Display and utilize analytical and troubleshooting skills for new equipment.

Develop and implement creative solutions to plant operational improvement areas.

Monitor and upgrade maintenance systems to include downtime analysis, PM's, and work order control.

Assess and evaluate performance, development, and motivation of the Maintenance team through the yearly performance evaluation system.

Performs contractor safety orientation and maintains files of insurance and other pertinent records.

Job Specifications

Education

Minimum requirement: Associate degree and 10 years' management experiencePreferred requirement: Bachelor's degree in engineering

Experience:

Minimum five years supervisory experience in plant/manufacturing setting.

Ability to lead in a quickly changing and progressive environment.

Ability to prioritize and solve multiple tasks at any given time.

Skilled in electrical and mechanical troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment.

Skilled in utility system maintenance practices.

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.  Ability to interface with personnel at all levels.

Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, applied creativity and problem-solving skills.

Thorough knowledge of maintenance scheduling, cost tracking and forecasting.

Ability to read and understand blueprints including process flow diagrams, P&ID's, and ladder logic diagrams.

Proficient in Mechanical Drive Systems, Hydraulics, Pnuematics, Electricity and electronics, and PLC fundamentals.

SAP Experience is a plus.

Working Conditions

Position required to work varying shifts to develop department leadership on all three shifts.  Significant weekend work required, average 1 weekend per month.  Able to travel, individual travel will be dependent on checkouts associated with new equipment installations.

60% in plant environment.

30% in office environment.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. 

Compensation and Benefits:

The base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between 

$74,470.00 - $120,120.00

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.