Shortly after, Nissin officially put down its roots in the U.S. In 1972, our Gardena, CA, plant started production of Top Ramen®—the first instant ramen manufactured and sold in the U.S. And ever since, Nissin Foods USA has launched a continuous stream of new and innovative products for hungry, noodle-loving Americans. This role leads the maintenance team in achieving operational targets, including minimizing downtime, executing preventive maintenance programs, managing capital projects, and ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.