Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage a maintenance department qualified to maintain all equipment and facilities in a safe and efficient working condition
• Maintain all operating equipment in satisfactory condition. 
• Execute an effective preventive maintenance program to minimize unscheduled down time
• Consult with engineering and management regarding desirable modifications of existing equipment and the possible replacement of existing equipment which will improve operations and reduce maintenance costs
• Analyze cost studies of proposals for new equipment. Make recommendations to management
• Plan and provide for an adequate supply and ensure control over spare parts and maintenance supplies
• Implement cost-reduction measures to control expenses that impact the operating budget for repair, utility, pretreatment, and maintenance. May be involved in developing the capital budget
• Oversee department schedules to maximize both preventive and repair services, while minimizing unnecessary overtime expenditures
• Manage assigned employees, including recruitment, supervision, scheduling, development, evaluation, and performance management. Understand and effectively apply work rules, union contract provisions (if applicable), and employment policies. 

Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or relative experience
• 3 to 8 years maintenance, mechanical engineering, or related maintenance experience coupled with demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience
• Experience in aseptic operation in either Dairy, Food, Beverage, or Pharmaceutical 
• Previous experience managing a Maintenance department of at least 10-20 people. 
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment; electrical, welding, boiler, refrigeration, compressed air, wastewater, or plumbing licenses or certificates preferred
• Experience with AutoCAD, SAP, Sage X3, AMM, Maximo
• Experience working in a union environment