Manager, Maintenance

Dairy Farmers of America • New Wilmington, PA • 8h ago

Reference #: 34091

General Purpose Manage and provide leadership, direction, and support to the maintenance department to ensure the effective delivery of maintenance services in accordance with the company's policies, OSHA regulations, and applicable laws. Ensure that safety, quality, yields, throughput, and efficiencies are met. Resolve issues in a timely manner. Direct personnel activities, such as recruitment, hiring, performance evaluations, and employee development within the framework of established human resources policies and practices.

Job Duties and 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. Ensure that equipment operates within the specifications and tolerances established by the equipment vendor/manufacturer

Develop objectives and standards of performance for activities and projects within the maintenance department to meet departmental, divisional, and corporate goals and objectives

Oversees the Development and Execution of an effective predictive/preventive maintenance program which has a maintenance strategy for all assets to remove unscheduled down time, increases the lifespan of assets by keeping them in optimal condition and contains maintenance strategies so assets are timely maintained to minimize costs associated with asset breakdowns.

Ensure systems to support task planning with time required, parts required and job descriptions to maximize maintenance activities during normal plant operation, in time made available during washes, planned downtime and periodic maintenance shuts. Planned downtime should have GHANT charts or equivalent detailing activities

Aware of maintenance best practices, establishes bench marks and strategy and plans to achieve world class maintenance

Serve as an escalation point of contact for emergency maintenance requests

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

Keep management aware of all matters that impact equipment and facility performance

Remain current with latest and emerging industry regulations and codes relative to mechanical and electrical systems design and operation

Develop procedures and policies for maintenance department

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. Administer discipline consistently and fairly. Work with Human Resources and plant management to resolve employee grievances

Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all company regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Education and Experience

Undergraduate degree (or equivalent combination of experience and education)

5 to 8 years maintenance, mechanical engineering, orrelated experience coupled with demonstrated leadership attributes, team leadership, or supervisory experience; 1+ year of manager experience preferred

Manufacturing operations or production experience in dairy industry preferred

Experience leading and following safety policies and procedures

Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment; electrical, welding, boiler, refrigeration, compressed air, wastewater, or plumbing licenses or certificates preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong knowledge of facility equipment and processes

Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems

Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management

Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork

Able to think and use independent judgment in planning and organizing multiple tasks and information

Able to adapt to changing operational needs and lead others through change

Able to set appropriate priorities within the maintenance department and instill sense of urgency to implement action plan and improve performance

Able to lead and instruct others on the proper and safe procedures

Able to select, coach, develop, engage, and retain a team of employees

Must be able to read, write and speak English

TRAVEL 5%-15% (1-3 times per year) An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

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