• Develop and maintain the preventative maintenance program in accordance with the equipment manufacturer’s recommendation/industry-accepted best practices for all plant equipment. Ensure timely execution by maintenance technicians and operators of preventative maintenance tasks.
• Monitor the facility to ensure that it remains safe, secure, and well-maintained.
• Coordinate and assign daily tasks with Department Supervisors, for all Maintenance Technicians as needed for production support as well as many special project tasks.
• Oversee and coordinate the Work Request and Work Order programs to ensure quality and timeliness.
• Train and manage maintenance techs on all shifts on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment and utility systems.
• Install, and repair machines, equipment or structures using necessary tools.
• Estimate & record costs to repair machines or equipment.
• Develop training program for all utility systems including Ammonia Refrigeration and Boiler Systems including credentialling for all staff.
• Contributing in objectively measurable ways to the success of all others in the organizations.
• Support General Manager in business planning for future building and equipment investments and expansions.
• Manage projects as necessary directing staff and/or working with general contractors.
• Develop ongoing Continuous Improvement Plan for the maintenance department.
• Create SOP for prioritization, resource allocation.
• Promote General Plant Safety, Food Safety and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Report issues with regards to the Food Safety Management System to the Quality Assurance Manager or executive leadership team and adhere to the requirements of FSMA.
• Working knowledge and application of OSHA programs and safety operating practices, including but not limited to machine guarding, lockout/tag-out, personal protective equipment and safe maintenance practices.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate/OSHA Standards.
• Manage spare parts and maintenance materials inventory.
• Develop annual maintenance budget for approval and work within approved budget.

Other

• Execute the North Freeze Dry Vision, Mission, and Values (VMV’s) at all times.
• Promote a positive, proactive environment where input from team members is valued and encouraged.
• Provide back-up support for other roles, as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager/supervisor.

• Bachelor’s degree in technical field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must hold a Minimum of a Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator (CIRO License) (or be eligible to obtain immediately).
• Must hold a minimum of a Master class Boiler License
• Minimum 5 years as a maintenance Manager or supervisor in a fast-paced, rapid growth production or manufacturing environment.
• Must have and are currently utilizing Electrical/PLC/Controls experience.
• Ability to read and understand manuals, drawings, and P&ID Documents.
• Ability to follow proper safety procedures and requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish, lead and maintain effective working relationships in a team environment.
• Self-motivated with ability to allow constructive feedback to grow in position.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must have Forklift certification and experience and be willing to obtain with our organization.
• Work well in a team environment.
• Drive yourself to continually grow and develop your role.
• Ability to adapt and accommodate change.