What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Manager position at Emmi Roth?
Who WE Are
We are a leader in the specialty cheese industry serving our consumers by crafting and importing the best cheeses in the world while caring for our employees and our communities.
Who YOU Are
You strive for excellence in your area of expertise and are proud to work at a company producing premium products. You are passionate about continuous improvement, enjoy bringing creativity to your work, and are excited to blaze new trails to grow and improve our business. You foster a positive and rewarding workplace culture by valuing flexibility, work-life balance, and team development while inspiring team members to achieve their full potential.
If this sounds like you, we want you to consider joining Emmi Roth!
SUMMARY
Maintenance Manager oversees a variety of activities to ensure plant equipment and facilities are in optimum operating condition. Designs and implements strategies to insure that facilities run smoothly and efficiently. Also coaches and develops Maintenance Lead, Technicians and Apprentices.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Directs and schedules Maintenance Technicians – including interviewing, hiring, training, planning and schedule, performance reviews, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving issues
• Works with Engineering Manager, Plant Manager, Automations Manager, and Maintenance Planner in scheduling maintenance in a manner, which maximizes the department’s capabilities while meeting the plant’s needs
• Leads team meetings.
• Oversees and manages the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)
• Ensures maintenance information is properly communicated within the organization
• Creates, tracks, reviews, and maintains the maintenance budget
• Work with contractors and vendors for project and equipment quotes and scheduling work
• Provides audit and inspection support
• Develops, maintains, and oversee the Preventative Maintenance process & schedules
• Partners with operations to identify and execute continuous improvement projects to improve safety, efficiency, and cost savings.
• Oversees contractors work, maintaining good relationships with vendors and ensuring all safety and quality protocols are followed.
• Oversees cleaning and maintenance of grounds, parking lots, fencing and building facilities (e.g., plumbing)
• Ensure team members complete work orders, records, logs and other written or computer-based documents accurately and timely
• Troubleshoot complex problems with equipment when maintenance technicians need assistance
• Participates in environmental sustainability initiatives
• Attend and actively participate within local plant maintenance and Weekly Operations Reviews
• Actively participate on Teams that improve workplace safety, troubleshoot production issues, reduce waste and improve factory efficiencies
• Performs all duties as assigned
• Adhere to ERU food safety policies and all government food safety and sanitation regulations (ex. FDA, HACCP, GMP, OSHA)
QUALIFICATIONS
• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Minimum of a Technical degree in Technical/Engineering discipline and 5 years experience in maintenance management or mechanics; or an equivalent combination of education and experience required
• 3 years experience in management/supervisory role preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to operate Forklift, scissors, and aerial lifts
• Strong skill set and education within electrical, mechanical automation, PLC and SCADA systems
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages
• Good computer skills including e-mail, word processing, and spreadsheets
• Read and understand technical drawings (e.g., blueprints, electronic/mechanical schematics, equipment manuals) to repair/maintain equipment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with automated equipment and power equipment
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize under pressure
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams
• Good organization and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented nature
• Moderate travel required
