MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Must have proficient communications skills both verbal and written.
· Must have proficient math skills.
· Must have proficient analytical skills.
· Must have proficient problem solving skills.
· Must have proficient organizational skills.
· Must have proficient training, coaching and interpersonal skills.
· Must be an excellent team player.
· Must be self-motivated. Able to take the initiative.
· Must be computer literate - Word, Excel etc.
· Must have a minimum of five years experience in a management position in the field of Equipment Maintenance and in the operation of a Manufacturing Facility.
· Must have project management experience. Includes experience in the field of purchasing, cost and ROI justifications and installation of equipment.
· Must have cost management and inventory control experience.
· Must have general knowledge in the fields of Fabrication, Welding and Electrical as well as in the operation of Boilers, Gas Combustion Ovens, Refrigeration and Electronics.
· Must have experience in contract negotiations and ability to manage outside contractors.
· Must have proficient knowledge in facilities’ Maintenance such as; Refrigeration, A/C’s, Water Chillers, Boilers, Compressed Air, Hydraulics, Waste Water equipment, Chemical Containment, Fire Prevention. Knowledge of State and Federal Environmental Regulations and for securing Operating Permits for Boilers and any other piece of equipment that requires it.
· Mechanical Engineer background a plus.
· Bilingual (English-Spanish) a plus
· III. Method of training: On the job training
· General Plant Safety Orientation (evacuation and emergency procedures, MSDS).
· Manufacturing processes and procedures review.
· Materials handling procedures review.
· Employee handbook review.
· Sanitation processes and procedures review.
· Company rules and regulations.
· Will participate in Safety Meetings.
· Will review: a. Maintenance goals and objectives.
· Purchasing Procedures c. Maintenance’s role to pass the AIB Audit d. Reports (Time and Attendance) e. Maintenance Budget –role and responsibilities f. Department Structure and Organization g. Review current PM Program information available h. E-Key, Radio Policy i. Review Current Cap-Ex Projects j. Review current Downtime challenges

· Responsible for maintaining each piece of equipment in excellent repair and working condition.
· Responsible for developing and implementing a weekly audit of each piece of equipment to identify needed repairs. An action plan must be implemented on a weekly basis to address audit findings.
· Responsible for developing and implementing a preventive maintenance program. Responsible for developing and implementing a training program for each Mechanic. All mechanics must be proficient in making repairs and must posses the necessary knowledge and ability to get the job done.
· Responsible for ensuring that all Mechanics are trained in lock out-tag out procedures and for enforcing same.
· . Responsible for developing and or updating job descriptions for each position within the Maintenance Department.
· Responsible for keeping an up to date inventory on all mechanical parts and to manage inventory levels.
· Responsible for managing the Maintenance Department budget including direct labor cost, parts and materials cost, outside services cost and overhead cost.
· Responsible for outsourcing and coordinating outside services as well as all activity from outside contractors when and as required.
· Responsible for planning coordinating and overseeing equipment modifications when and as required.
· Responsible for assisting the Quality Assurance Department to prepare the plant to pass an AIB audit with a Superior Rating.
· Responsible for developing the necessary log sheets, procedures, set-up guides, reports, contact names and numbers to monitor the condition of major facility systems. Responsible for the purchase of all repair parts.
· Will assist in the purchase of new equipment including the development of cost justifications (ROI) when necessary.
· Responsible to oversee the installation of new equipment.
· Responsible for facility maintenance, for managing usage of all utilities and services. Responsible for executing, verifying or overseeing all administrative duties pertaining to position such as Time and Attendance, PO’s, Reports, Logs, Documentations, Evaluations, Inventory Count Reports, etc., etc.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In perso