ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

At Medifast, our team members are relentless in our mission of driving Lifelong Transformation, Making a Healthy Lifestyle Second Nature™. When you join Medifast, you become part of a dynamic, fast-growing community of highly motivated, like-hearted people who share a passion for promoting health and wellness. Just as OPTAVIA Coaches inspire Clients to reach their personal wellness goals, at Medifast, we inspire each other to bring our best to work each day to further our shared mission. If you want to build a rewarding career that makes lives better on a daily basis, Medifast may be the perfect place for you.

KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or equivalent professional experience.
• 3-5 years of maintenance supervisory experience.
• 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance, preferably in a GMP environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, including PLCs, robotics, and automation.
• Proficiency in CMMS and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with utility equipment such as air compressors, dust collectors, and HVAC systems.
• Excellent troubleshooting and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Ability to work extended hours and be on-call as needed.

AT MEDIFAST, RELATIONSHIPS ARE AT THE CENTER OF WHAT WE DO!

We thrive by elevating our connections with one another as well as with our Coaches & Clients. We believe that everyone has the potential to be OUTSTANDING. The Medifast culture is built on seven core values: integrity, courage, teaming, accountability, empowerment, partnership and diversity. These values aren’t just words on a page – they are celebrated as a core part of the company’s philosophy.

Leadership & Team Management

• Supervise, mentor, and develop Electro-Mechanical Technicians.
• Provide direction on work priorities, performance evaluations, and personnel development.
• Ensure efficient allocation of resources for maintenance activities.

Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues on high-speed packaging and blending lines.
• Work with automation systems, PLCs, motors, pumps, and variable frequency drives.
• Support technicians in complex troubleshooting scenarios.

Maintenance Planning & Execution

• Develop and oversee maintenance schedules to align with production demands.
• Utilize CMMS to plan, track, and document maintenance tasks.
• Ensure timely completion of preventative and corrective maintenance.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure adherence to OSHA, GMP, HACCP, and company safety policies.
• Conduct routine audits and enforce EHS and food safety regulations.

Training & Development

• Conduct training and skills assessments for maintenance personnel.
• Develop knowledge-sharing initiatives to enhance team capabilities.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve maintenance processes and equipment reliability.
• Implement best practices to optimize production efficiency and safety.

Project Management

• Support installation, commissioning, and upgrades of equipment.
• Execute maintenance-related projects for operational improvements.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate with production and engineering teams to align maintenance with operational goals.
• Communicate maintenance status and performance metrics to stakeholders.

Performance Monitoring

• Track and analyze Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to maintenance efficiency.
• Utilize MES and Daily Accountability Boards for reporting and continuous monitoring.