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About The Position

Requirements

• Must be able to understand and communicate complex technical and procedural instructions and complex safety issues.
• Must be able to understand and demonstrate basic safety skills.
• Comprehensive mechanical skills.
• Trained in Welding – Mig Tig Oxy Acetaline Arc.
• Trained in the overall operation of mill and lathe shop equipment.
• Trained in plumbing and electrical fabrication.
• Trained in Electrical trouble-shooting Circuit board repair.
• Trained in PLC Programming and trouble-shooting.
• Trained in general equipment control of hydraulic pneumatic systems.
• Trained in HACCP and Pre-Requisite programs, Code of Safe Practices, Chemical Handling, Workplace Harassment Prevention, etc.
• Knowledge and use of word processors, spreadsheets, databases, and computer based materials management tools.
• Degree in engineering or facility management or a maintenance manager certification or familiarity with economic aspects of maintenance management, including budgeting costs, negotiating contracts with equipment vendors and hiring personnel.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily functions of the maintenance and repair department.
• Review all production lines for layout, make recommendations accordingly.
• Review all production lines to ensure equipment optimization.
• Review and recommend automation upgrades with relevant ROI.
• Review facility layout and recommend areas of improvement using capital expenditure procedures.
• Outline all maintenance activities and forecast time and budget requirements while meeting deadlines.
• Manage all Capital Expenditure projects with full accountability for budget adherence and on time completion.
• Provide monthly and/or requested progress reports.
• Manage the Daily Work Order Process for all Repairs: Analyze and monitor the parts inventory process. Implement checks and balance system for inventory part purchasing. Complete periodic reviews of inventory on handling and usage patterns.
• Manage department weekly P&L – conduct periodic vendor selection audits adhering to company code of conduct.
• Manage the implementation and audit of a comprehensive Preventative Maintenance (PM) Program. Review equipment condition and determine most efficient and cost-effective preventative maintenance schedules/frequency.
• Manage existing PM program and its continuous development to ensure improve equipment reliability, minimize replacements, decrease down time, and improve spares inventory management.
• Review preventative maintenance logs to identify equipment deficiencies and schedule relevant repairs with minimum production disruptions.
• Review and coordinate PM projects with production and sanitation departments, and request feedback on prioritization of work activities. Plan the above with sanitation department to avoid scheduling conflicts.
• Supervise all work in maintenance projects carried out in house or outsourced from start to finish. Responsible for strict adherence to budget allocation.
• Oversee Facilities Management
• Responsible for the installation and maintenance of all emergency equipment.
• Responsible for the maintenance of plant-wide alarm system.
• Responsible for the maintenance, testing and upgrade of all systems – including Lighting Locks and master keys Fencing Door alarms
• Assist R&D when new product production with equipment and line adjustments.
• Coordinate with department managers and production and sanitation teams to provide cost-saving solutions to operational issues.
• Communicate to management all issues and decisions impacting production results, revenue, process improvements or department/staff issues.
• Issue daily down time report.
• Actively participate and support the Safety Committee.
• Actively participate and support the Food Defense Team.
• Chair the departmental meetings – follow up on action items through to successful completion.
• Abide by and lead by example to enforce the Plant Rules and Regulations as described in the Employee Guidelines and GMPs.
• Responsible for overall food safety, quality, and legality as it pertains to the department.
• Maintains safety, health, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Complete tasks and projects as required by the company.
• Manage the Maintenance staff: Observe individual maintenance performance and provide on-the-job training and guidance as needed. Complete annual performance evaluations for staff timely. Make recommendations to restructure department staffing as deem necessary.
• Conduct periodic line training set-up, cleaning, equipment maintenance and repair.
• Provide hands-on training on general maintenance activities including construction, painting, welding, soldering, refrigeration repair, in complete conformance to all company and Regulatory Standards.
• Check GMP adherence daily and LOTO and other safety policies accordingly.
• Assist in the training and development of staff through performance supervision and feedback.
• Ensure a safe and clean working environment.
• Supervise staff attendance, lunches and breaks.
• Responsible for vendors/contractors adherence to GMPs and Company Policies including confidentiality agreement.
• Directs, maintains, and enforces the safety program for the maintenance department; Reviews safety records to uphold standards of maximum safety for all maintenance employees.
• Provide for emergency response including First Aid and CPR.