Maintenance Leader, Food Manufacturing — 24/7 Ops

Overhill Farms; Vernon (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Overhill Farms, Inc. in Vernon, California seeks a Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance staff, safeguard plant assets, and control MRO costs to meet performance goals.

Forecast and control repair spending and ensure adherence to GMPs in a food manufacturing setting. The role requires a engineering degree or 7+ years in food manufacturing, strong communication, the ability to work in a fast-paced plant, and proficiency with Excel and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or 7+ years' relevant experience.
• 7–10 years in food manufacturing or related role.
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing plant operations.
• Excellent communication, organized, team player.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Independent and able to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Proficient with Microsoft applications; strong Excel skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Facility operations 24/7; may require off-shift times.

Responsibilities

• Drive safety, quality, cost and production metrics to meet budgeted goals.
• Lead productivity initiatives with cross-functional teams.
• Develop and deliver budgets for MRO and related functions.
• Improve maintenance programs through cost-reduction initiatives.
• Ensure success of operational and maintenance metrics.
• Analyze equipment performance for continuous improvement.
• Maintain an effective PM system to support productivity.
• Evaluate staff performance, mentor and develop the team.
• Lead root-cause analysis and rapid problem solving on floor.
• Create and improve standardized work processes.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Overhill Farms, Inc. in Vernon, California seeks a Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance staff, safeguard plant assets, and control MRO costs to meet performance goals.

Forecast and control repair spending and ensure adherence to GMPs in a food manufacturing setting. The role requires a engineering degree or 7+ years in food manufacturing, strong communication, the ability to work in a fast-paced plant, and proficiency with Excel and MS Office.