About this role
Reporting to the Plant Manager, this role is responsible for the safe, efficient, and effective utilization of maintenance personnel and resources to support all manufacturing operations. Success in this role requires a strong focus on safety, electro-mechanical expertise, GMP compliance, problem-solving, and positive employee relations.
Responsibilities:
Execute maintenance plans in accordance with work schedulesPerform and oversee mechanical, electrical, pipefitting, and rigging workTroubleshoot equipment issues and drive root cause analysisMaintain production systems, utilities, buildings, and groundsRead and interpret prints, diagrams, specifications, and repair instructionsCoordinate emergency and scheduled repairs, including material procurementManage spare parts purchasing through the PO systemMaintain preventive maintenance programs, inspections, and repairs to minimize downtimeSupervise and prioritize shift activities to optimize workforce efficiencyAssign tasks based on employee skills, experience, and trainingLead employee selection, retention, development, performance management, and disciplinary actionsTrain and develop maintenance personnel to enhance technical proficiencyFoster a positive work environment through strong communication, engagement, and morale-buildingReinforce safe and high-quality performance through recognition and feedbackDocument and address performance issues as neededConduct Job Hazard Analyses and ensure full compliance with safety regulations and occupational health standardsDrive and model safety, GMP, environmental, and housekeeping standardsIdentify and eliminate safety, environmental, and operational hazardsEnsure employees are properly trained and equipped to perform work safelyProvide and maintain tools, equipment, and resources in safe working conditionAnalyze maintenance performance and implement efficiency improvementsIdentify cost-saving opportunities and process enhancementsEnsure adherence to corporate policies and operational standardsTrack and achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) for the shift/areaPrepare and submit accurate daily, weekly, and other required reportsCollaborate with facility management to improve safety, quality, reliability, and overall equipment effectivenessWork flexible schedules, including shifts, weekends, and holidays as requiredPerform other duties as assigned Education
High school diploma or equivalent requiredBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)Experience
5–7 years of technical maintenance experience, preferably in food processing, packaging, or food safety environmentsPrior supervisory or leadership experience preferredTechnical Skills
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access)Experience with M3 or similar systemsCompetencies
Accountability - Holds self and others accountable to meet commitmentsEffective Teambuilding - Active participation in, or creation of, teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goalsCustomer Focus - Builds strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutionsCreative and Innovative Thinking - Develops fresh ideas that provide solutions; creates new and better ways for the organization to be successful.Effective Communication - Develops and delivers communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.Ethics & Integrity - Earns others' trust and respect through honesty, integrity, authenticity and professionalism in all interactions. Physical: This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb stairs, bend, kneel, walk and stand for extended periods, work in confined spaces, and work at heights all within a manufacturing environment. Perform work in indoor and outdoor environments, including exposure to noise, dust, weather, and potential hazards
Must possess appropriate sensory awareness (sight, hearing, touch, etc.) to respond to plant conditions, including alarms and environmental changes.
Must consent and pass background check and drug screen.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
Stratas Foods is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee in any manner prohibited by law, including but not limited to, on the basis of race or color, religion, gender, age, genetic information, national origin/ancestry, mental or physical disability, family status/marital status, military/veteran status, and any other legally protected status.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision-The Employer will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Employer’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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