DC MAINTENANCE GENERAL FOREMAN

JBS Foods • Marshalltown, IA

111d

About The Position

The DC Maintenance General Foreman will work closely with the DC Plant Manager to proactively address daily operational challenges and minimize downtime events. The role involves ensuring the reliability of building equipment, establishing and meeting downtime and operational goals per shift, and managing training programs to maintain the skill level of both hourly and salaried workforce. The foreman will motivate interest in and ensure compliance with stringent plant safety programs while maintaining high levels of labor efficiency and effectiveness in responding to breakdowns and building interruptions. Close communication with operations and other plant departments is essential to develop an appreciation for overall plant performance issues among all employees within the department. The foreman will assist the General Manager in assuring continuous plant improvement and ensure reliable and cost-effective operation of utility systems that are online continuously, including steam generation, ammonia refrigeration, air compression, and electrical distribution. Additionally, the foreman will develop capital investment ideas that support overall plant profitability and maintain the organizational capability to accomplish these projects. The role also involves developing and maintaining relationships with contractors and vendors to supplement plant resources, evaluating the performance of supervisors, and representing the entire plant's needs in discussions with corporate engineering regarding technical standards and project scope development.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective people skills.
• Extensive background in ammonia refrigeration, steam generation, and air compressor technology.
• Knowledge of chain drives and conveying systems.
• Experience with variable frequency motor controls.
• Proficiency in basic office software (Word and Excel).
• Supervisory skills for maintenance and utilities.
• Previous mechanical and related experience.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to work 45+ hours per week in all areas of the plant.
• Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and practices in building, mechanical, and electrical trades.

Nice To Haves

• College experience recommended, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the DC Plant Manager to address daily operational challenges.
• Ensure reliability of building equipment and meet downtime and operational goals.
• Manage training programs for hourly and salaried workforce.
• Motivate compliance with plant safety programs.
• Maintain high levels of labor efficiency and effectiveness.
• Communicate with operations and other plant departments.
• Assist the General Manager in continuous plant improvement.
• Ensure reliable operation of utility systems.
• Develop capital investment ideas for plant profitability.
• Maintain relationships with contractors and vendors.
• Evaluate performance of supervisors and take corrective action as needed.
• Represent plant needs in discussions with corporate engineering.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/DISABILITY/VETS

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED