UNDERSTANDING

With a strong understanding of operational goals, this leader reaches into all operational practices to drive out inefficiencies and build consistency in operations. This leader uses corporate goals as a guide to look for improvements throughout operations. They build the strongest of relationships with operations and supporting departments by being upfront and collaborative with team leaders from other departments. They are clear about operational gaps and help provide guidance and resources to eliminate inefficiencies.

This person is a transformation leader. They look at systems and processes as starting points with opportunities to provide additional automation, simplification, and standardization within all systems. They use technology, training, and lean practices as tools to reach efficiency goals. They see data as their primary source of truth and are proactive looking for trends to identify issues. The decisions they make are bound in fact gathered from reliable sources. They understand perfection is impossible but continue to strive for excellence.

They guide their teams using the core principles of ACG. They require creativity from themselves and their team. They drive a “nothing is impossible” attitude and view issues as direct challenges to better themselves and their team.

CORE VALUES

Our 5 Core Values are more than just words, they’re a way of life. We know that companies with a strong culture & a higher purpose perform better in the long run.

• Own It
• Hustle and Refuse to Settle
• Love People
• Act for the Greater Good
• Find a way

WORKING RELATIONSHIP

• Reports to the Maintenance Manager.
• Communicates regularly and has a strong relationship with team members in multiple departments.
• Communicates and meets periodically with other departmental leaders.
• Works seamlessly with the Maintenance planner to provide input for PM frequency and tasks.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communicate and coordinate maintenance repairs as needed.
• Ensures that all equipment operates to the highest possible standards.
• Communicates directly with QC to ensure effective participation by maintenance technicians in the implementation of QC policies and procedures.
• Assists in the hiring of Maintenance personnel.
• Provides Maintenance employees proper training.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment with consideration of all those who may be working in the same area.
• Directs, maintains, and enforces the safety program for the maintenance department and reviews safety records to uphold standards of maximum safety for all maintenance technicians.
• Coordinates activities with the plant operations departments.
• Assist with Capital improvement projects as needed.
• Enter maintenance data in CMMS program and ensure that the system is updated and accurate.
• Perform or assist in the repair of production systems, equipment, and tools.
• Monitor all supplies within the maintenance shop and maintain proper inventory control.
• Coordinate continual updating of PM program to the equipment’s specific needs.
• Identify problems and implement proper counter measures.
• Coordinates fabrication and modification of new and existing equipment.
• Carry cell phone as required for on-call Maintenance services.
• Assists with planning/implementing of plant improvements and expansions.
• Assists with employee performance reviews based on job descriptions to determine competency, knowledge, and contribution of the Maintenance technicians.
• Maintains and updates operating /training manuals for the Maintenance department.
• Supervises maintenance personnel.
• Assist in monitoring all work being performed by outside contractors.
• Complete employee payroll time sheets.
• Administers employee related communications and coaching.
• Comply with all company Quality, HACCP, GMP and Food Safety Standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent interpersonal skills – team player.
• Hard worker who is a self-starter and proactive.
• Detail oriented.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Ability to lift up to 69 lbs. several times a day.
• Time management assertiveness to adjust to specific duties.
• Exposure to food related environments, including allergens.
• Knowledge of all mechanical procedures required for replacing bearing and bearing housings is preferred.
• Good knowledge and understanding of Compressed Air systems and components preferred.
• Understand the process of greasing bearings and other mechanical motion components preferred.
• Good knowledge of high-pressure steam systems and the components associated with them preferred.
• A General knowledge of the operation of Robot Automation preferred.
• Ability to operate pallet jacks, aerial lifts, and forklifts.
• Operate a personal computer and peripherals.
• A complete understanding of the operation of hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to write detailed repair reports as well as excellent verbal communication.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft office.
• Must have the ability to work effectively with Computerized Maintenance Management System and instruct others on its operation.
• HACCP and GMP training preferred.
• OSHA Certification preferred.
• 2 - 4 Years of Maintenance experience within a Production environment preferred.
• At least 2-4 years of successful supervisory experience, preferably within a Confectionery plant environment preferred.
• Knowledge of Advanced Electrical components and their function preferred.
• Previous Mechanical/Electrical training or Certification preferred.
• Institutional, confectionery, or industrial Maintenance background preferred.

• Must be able to stand for the duration of a 12-hour shift with applicable breaks.
• Great verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Must be able to speak, read and write in English.

EDUCATION

• Must have a High School Diploma or a G.E.D.
• Post-secondary education and/or a technical trade certificate is preferred.