Manufacturing Line Maintenance Manager

• Safely manage personnel to meet all production line maintenance requirements.
• Work closely with the Manufacturing Manager to maintain a 95% operational readiness and sustaining an OEE of 85% or greater. 
• Maintain a digital maintenance system tracking all labor and costs to effectively make recommendations for improvements or replacements of old, new and in-house created equipment. 
• Monitor equipment functionality to ensure a high level of operational readiness.
• Work closely with upper management to ensure all members of the Manufacturing Maintenance team are aware of safety policies. 
• Work closely with Quality to support superior cGMP and housekeeping procedures along with FDA compliance.
• Analyze workforce requirements as required by documented (historical) maintenance requests and projects.
• Conduct performance appraisals to provide coaching and guidance to all manufacturing maintenance employees.
• Encourage and promote operating in a continuous improvement environment.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
• 5+ years progressive experience in a key leadership/management role at a manufacturing facility.
• Strong understanding of budgeting expenses with basic knowledge of financial and accounting practices.
• Strong computer skills including the ability to prepare spreadsheets within Google along with the use of Microsoft Office products to analyze data and trends.
• Familiarity with electrical/mechanical systems, PLCs, robotics, labelers and automation.
• Previous experience with best practices implementing and using continuous improvement / lean tools such as Six Sigma, 5-S, Lean Manufacturing to drive improvement.
• Demonstrated strong leadership, team building, and advanced coaching skills.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate people, assess and develop employee skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of the principles and applications associated with manufacturing operations, maintenance, and engineering.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to balance production and maintenance needs. 
• Excellent interpersonal communication and listening ability.
• A strong ability to be adaptable and flexible.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work with teams and participate in decision-making processes in a team environment.
• Highly motivated, results-oriented, driven. 

• High school diploma.
• Associate's degree in engineering or manufacturing disciplines or a two-year technical certificate from a vocational training school with ten or more years of relevant experience in the industry.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering ( electrical/mechanical ) with five years of relevant experience in the industry.

• State of Ohio electrical contractors license highly desirable.
• Able to demonstrate strong knowledge of NFPA-70
• Continuing education or vocational training on industrial automation, PLCs, motion control, and related electro/mechanical equipment.
• Mechanical shop skills with lathes, mills, welders, saws, and hand power tools.

• Able to work in high heat and humidity or cold and dry conditions indoors/outdoors.
• Full range of motion to lift, carry, walk, climb around equipment and facilities.
• Work in elevated positions on ladders, lifts, and platforms.
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds and heavier weights with assistance.
• Have the ability to work around and troubleshoot moving electro/mechanical equipment utilizing proper safety procedures.

Natural Essentials, Inc. DBA Bulk Apothecary is a growing company that specializes in providing high-quality raw materials, essential oils, and other basic cosmetics to customers around the world. We are committed to providing our customers with the best possible products and services, and we are looking for talented and experienced associates to join our team!