Processing Maintenance Manager

Chobani • Town of Pittsfield, NY

5d

About The Position

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for all plant maintenance including facilities, utilities, and operations to reduce downtime and achieve peak plant efficiencies. Will direct all capital engineering design and projects to completion and work with appropriate vendors. This position will have direct responsibility for the Maintenance team and their performance, assisted by the maintenance supervisor. This role has responsibility for ensuring both food safety and quality of Chobani product.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or related technical field preferred.
• Minimum five years’ experience in food plant maintenance.
• Must be computer literate; experienced in using computer software applications such as CADD, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project Management, etc.
• Must have complete understanding of PLC and logic controls for high speed operating equipment.
• Prior experience using production environment SAP a plus
• Basic Asset Reliability knowledge and accounting knowledge required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the stated requirements.
• Serve as back up in the absence of Maintenance Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Prepare and operate within established maintenance operating budget and monitor departmental expenditures.
• Assists with planning and cost estimates for annual and longer-term capital budgets.
• Responsible for implementing the capital plan to include all engineering design and project management, working with both internal and external resources.
• Be acquainted with environmental regulations and ensure compliance with all operational permits. Directs all aspects of building operations including maintenance, repairs, and renovations.
• Establishes criteria for assessing the quality of work performed by employees and contractors.
• Supervises the completion of work through review of reports, frequent site inspections and conferences with operations and vendors regarding electrical & plumbing equipment, HVAC systems, electric motors, ventilating fans, air conditioning and electrical control units.
• Investigates the condition of buildings, equipment and grounds, and recommends improvements in the facilities to ensure that needs are met.
• Broad knowledge & experience in project management & facilities administration with demonstrated ability to lead projects, including the construction of large projects, and personnel.
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with superb time management and project scheduling skills.
• Comprehensive information on construction processes, trade practices, standards, building codes & regulations.
• Excellent administrative and follow-up skills to achieve successful maintenance and repair programs.
• Follow Chobani’s safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices

Benefits

• Chobani provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, disability insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement.
• To help save for the future, all employees are eligible for a 401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay.
• To support growing families, we provide fertility and childcare assistance, and 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment.
• In addition, we provide wellness resources which include an employee assistance program, fitness discounts, a wellness reimbursement, on-site gym access (certain locations) and a monthly wellness newsletter to connect you with resources and timely information.
• We offer various types of paid time of including: 120 hours of paid time off, 11 holidays, and paid volunteer time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager