Maintenance Manager

McCormick & Company, Incorporated; Firenze; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

McCormick & Company, Incorporated in Firenze is seeking a Maintenance Leader who will oversee the daily management of the Maintenance function within a high-performance team environment. The role requires strong technical experience, particularly in the food and beverage sector, along with proven project management skills.

The ideal candidate will lead a team of technicians, manage improvement activities, and ensure compliance with operational standards. This position provides an opportunity to influence team dynamics and drive process enhancements.

Qualifications

• Relevant technical experience, preferably within the food and beverage industry.
• Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance practices.
• Full supervisory responsibility for a team.
• Ability to manage projects successfully.
• Proven experience in facility management and energy management.
• Solid understanding of maintenance integration.
• Ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Collaboration with Engineering and Area Supervisors.
• Knowledge of ATEX regulations is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes TPM tools for process improvements.
• Leads a team of technicians aligned with McCormick’s principles.
• Manages key result areas: Safety, Quality, Cost, etc.
• Communicates effectively across the organization.

Skills

Technical experience in food and beverage industry

Preventive maintenance practices

Supervisory responsibility

Project management

Facility management

Energy management

Relationship management

Knowledge of ATEX regulations

Job description

Under the general direction of the Site SC&Operations Manager, provides leadership for the Maintenance function within a high-performance team environment. Oversees the daily management of the function and drives improvement activities through the development of people and processes.

Main Responsibilities

• IMPROVEMENT ACTIVITIES: Utilizes TPM tools to build problem solving methodologies to implement continually improve processes within the function. Demonstrates a sense of urgency and tenacity to resolve problems and implement process improvements.
• TEAM MANAGEMENT: Leads a team of technicians in a manner consistent with the core beliefs and guiding principles of McCormick's High-Performance System. Utilizes coaching and facilitation skills to manage employee relations. Provides regular performance feedback and oversees development/training plans for individuals within the team.
• MANAGE KEY RESULT AREAS (Safety, Quality, Cost, Reliability, Customer Service, etc.): Directs and supports the daily management of the team to prioritize work and achieve goals. Creates an atmosphere of 100% compliance to operational processes and procedures.
• COMMUNICATION: Communicates effectively across all levels of the organization. Creates a vision for the team that is in alignment with the Plant and McCormick. Communicates organizational and plant objectives.

Candidate Profile

• Relevant technical experience, preferably within the food and beverage industry
• Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance (P.M.) practices
• Full supervisory responsibility for a team, ensuring motivation and professional development through effective leadership
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, including successful completion of complex projects
• Proven experience in facility management (including HVAC systems) and energy management
• Solid understanding of how maintenance integrates with other operational areas
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, and key internal stakeholders
• Close collaboration with Engineering and Area Supervisors
• Knowledge of ATEX regulations and management of explosive-risk areas is a strong advantage

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.