Manufacturing Maintenance Manager

Ventura Foods
  • Mountain Brook, AL
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Job Description

Employment Type: Salaried
Shift: First  
Work Arrangement: Onsite 

Position Summary:

Oversees and coordinates all major repairs and/or changes to the facility and/or equipment, including installation, repair and maintaining facility and equipment. Assists in implementation of all capital projects and works with plant engineer as needed. Manages the preventative maintenance and repairs to ensure maximum equipment efficiency.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Prepares annual maintenance budget using analysis reports from Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) system, capital project plans and input from plant engineer and plant manager with regards to future projects and growth
  • Manage daily activities of the maintenance employees, provides development support and training as needed. Develop and implement plans/programs to improve knowledge and training of all maintenance personnel. Maintains rigorous standards for each position in the maintenance function and holds staff responsible for achieving and maintaining those standards including safety
  • Effectively uses all existing maintenance systems and JD Edwards - EAM computer software to manage core maintenance transactions. Works to keep system documentation current and recommends any value added changes as needed
  • Receives, reviews and analyzes the monthly PM, CM and EM activities against downtime report to determine how to improve equipment uptime and efficiencies
  • Maintains an effective maintenance library of SOPs, vendor manuals, process flows and other documentation required for key maintenance activities and equipment. These documents are edited annually
  • Works with engineering manager, plant manager, and headquarter’s engineering staff as needed for successful implementation of capital projects
  • Manage department overtime and other costs to budget
  • Comply with and enforce all safety and other company policies and procedures as required.  Responsible for following all food safety policies, procedures and regulatory criteria including the current SQF code, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and associated preventive controls
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Travel may be required

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Management or equivalent experience
  • 5-10 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Management
  • Supervisory and/or managerial experience in a food processing environment preferred

Knowledge and Skills:

  • Basic knowledge of power transmission, hydraulics, pneumatics, refrigeration, ammonia and HVAC
  • Knowledgeable in electrical systems and have experience in developing and implementing SOPs
  • Knowledge of plant operations, team building and supervisor development
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills with ability to resolve problems
  • Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Word, Excel and Access and an ability to learn other computer-based tools such as CMMS systems
  • Knowledge of food processing equipment is preferred

Why Join Us:
Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses.  We make exclusive products for the world's most iconic restaurants and retailers, we provide ready-to-go product solutions for professional kitchens, and we make consumer brands everyone knows and loves.  When you work for Ventura Foods, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work.  As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you’re willing to push yourself to get there.  We invest in your growth because you invest in ours.  

 

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits:​

  • Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees​
  • Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)​
  • Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays​
  • Employee Appreciation Events​ and Employee Assistance Programs

 

Physical Demands:
All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum: intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.  Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required.  Please see the job description for specific requirements.

 

Work Environment:
Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day.   Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required.  Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements.  In addition, certain jobs may require employees to:

  • Work outside and/or in adverse temperatures which could include extreme heat, cold, and humidity;
  • Be exposed to vibrations, chemicals used in operations, fumes and food allergens (may include soy, dairy and other allergens); and
  • Be required to work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet.

 

Diversity & Inclusion:
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values.  We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace

 

Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Numbers & Facts

LocationMountain Brook, AL

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
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