Maintenance Manager

We are seeking to hire a full-time Maintenance Manager role in Lakewood, NJ!

Basic Job Functions:

Responsible for the day-to-day supervision of all mechanical staff. Controls the PM program for the packaging and manufacturing equipment. Reviews Production schedule and ensures task/line assignments are properly supported. Interacts with Management, Engineering, and all packaging personnel to provide and receive feedback on operations that require improvement/repair. Ability to perform mechanical setups and maintenance tasks on all packaging lines. Knowledgeable on each individual component of a packaging line and the correct setup for interaction and connection between them for maximum efficiency.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Manages mechanics and electricians to perform technical work on the production floor, including but not limited to packaging and filling lines, compounding tanks, and static/mobile equipment.
• Direct the technical team working on static/mobile and rotating equipment.
• Make technical changes and recommendations for repairs and improvements on production equipment.
• Maintains buildings and grounds to meet required standards of cleanliness and compliance with cGMP, FDA, customer’s requirements from audits, etc.
• Ensure appropriate staffing, proper training and development, and performance management for the team.
• Manage capital and non-capital projects related to the maintenance of existing equipment. Prepares Capital Appropriation Requests as needed.
• Responsible for filling, packaging, and mixing equipment to maximize throughput, minimize cost, and support efficiencies.
• Work closely with Operations/Production personnel on all equipment-related issues to minimize downtime while meeting our customers’ needs.
• Able to generate reports, write SOPs and Work Instructions, develop and track Key Results, and drive efficiency metrics throughout the maintenance organization.
• Assist in the development of corporate engineering standards and/or development of capital budget along with Engineering staff.
• Monitor, take immediate action, and report on PM-related performance.
• Ensure that established policies, rules and regulations, and procedures are followed.
• Perform the timely completion of the required investigations arising from internal and external audits.
• Supports a 24/7 operation during off hours and performs needed work during plantwide shutdowns.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements of the Job:

• Leadership skills are required to develop the technical workforce and achieve the highest level of performance and continuous growth.
• Write relevant SOPs and Work Instructions.
• Effective planning and organizational skills, troubleshooting, problem-solving and interpersonal skills
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Effectively use/learn AutoCAD, MS Project, and MS Office programs such Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Possess good negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Working knowledge of the principles of electricity, electronics, mechanical and plant operating systems
• Read blueprints & schematic drawings and knowledge of plant systems and related equipment/utilities
• Support and contribute in Lean/ Six Sigma, ESG, energy conservation programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
• Comply with environmental, health and safety policies & regulations, quality policies, and company policies, procedures & policies
• Ability to make independent and sound judgement under deadline with interruptions
• Maintain confidentiality and resolving conflicts

Physical Requirements:

• Able to sit and/or stand for extended periods and climb stars or ladders
• Able to be able to lift & carry various items up to 40 pounds and exert up to 10 pounds of force

Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes

Travel: No

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, technical field or equivalent work experience
• Must have extensive prior industrial maintenance experience involving mechanical, electrical work and be familiar with the industry regulations
• Be familiar or able to quickly learn maintenance excellence practices, including the development and application of KPIs to measure and track maintenance department efficiency
• Extensive experience involving mechanical, electrical and/or electronics in packaging and rotating equipment
• Be familiar, or able to quickly learn maintenance excellence practices, including the development and application of KPIs to measure and track maintenance department efficiency.