Maintenance Process Lead (Food & Beverage Manufacturing)

Baldwin Richardson Foods Co.; Town of Williamson (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation buy

Floating holidays

Health and wellness rebate

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Baldwin Richardson Foods Co. in Williamson, NY seeks a Maintenance Process Lead to implement and advance the maintenance planning and scheduling program for production lines.

The role requires a strong background in industrial maintenance, preventative maintenance programs, and a commitment to continuous improvement. You will drive preventative maintenance, coordinate with production and engineering teams, analyze equipment performance, and ensure safety and compliance while maintaining detailed

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree or certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Engineering, or related field is preferred.
• At least five (5) years of experience in preventative maintenance in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems; proficient with CMMS software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for all production equipment and machinery.
• Schedule regular inspections, servicing, and maintenance of equipment to minimize downtime and prevent operational disruptions.
• Create and maintain detailed maintenance logs and records for all machinery and equipment.
• Coordinate with production teams to ensure minimal disruption during scheduled maintenance activities.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify opportunities for reliability and efficiency improvements.
• Work with maintenance and engineering teams to implement process improvements, troubleshoot issues, and optimize machinery performance.
• Identify and address recurring equipment failures or inefficiencies through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as needed to determine changes to PM programs.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety standards and regulations.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Root cause analysis

Analytical mindset

Continuous improvement

Education

High School diploma

Associate degree or cert preferred

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Maintenance Process Lead (Food & Beverage Manufacturing)

Baldwin Richardson Foods (BRF) is focused on enriching the flavor of life. As a full-service liquid products supplier and strategic partner to the food and beverage industry, BRF combines its formulation expertise and unique packaging options with robust processing capabilities to produce high-quality sauces, toppings, syrups, fillings, and shelf-stable beverages for the world's most iconic Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs), Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) brands, and food service companies. The company also manufactures and markets Mrs. Richardson's dessert sauces and Nance's mustards/condiments. BRF has facilities from coast-to-coast to meet our growing partnership needs.

Posting Start Date: 9/21/26 Division: Plant Location Type: On-Site Pay Min: 43.00 USD Pay Max: 46.00 USD Job Location: Williamson, NY, USA, 14589 Req Id: 619

WHAT WE NEED

The role of the Maintenance Process Lead is to implement, maintain and continuously improve the Maintenance Work Planning & Scheduling program for their assigned line(s) which ensures the lines are not constrained due to the lack of technical capability or knowledge. The role provides a continuity link to other preventative maintenance systems or processes, and across other line teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial maintenance processes, preventative maintenance programs, an analytical approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Preventative Maintenance Planning & Execution:
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for all production equipment and machinery.
  • Schedule regular inspections, servicing, and maintenance of equipment to minimize downtime and prevent operational disruptions.
  • Create and maintain detailed maintenance logs and records for all machinery and equipment.
  • Coordinate with production teams to ensure minimal disruption during scheduled maintenance activities.
• Process Improvement & Optimization:
  • Analyze equipment performance data to identify opportunities for improving reliability and efficiency.
  • Work with maintenance and engineering teams to implement process improvements, troubleshoot issues, and optimize machinery performance.
  • Identify and address recurring equipment failures or inefficiencies through root cause analysis and corrective actions. Adjust the annual PM calendar as appropriate.
• Maintenance Technician:
  • As needed to determine changes to PM programs and perform root cause analysis, will perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Compliance & Safety:
  • Ensure all maintenance activities comply with company safety standards, local regulations, and industry best practices.
  • Promote and support safety initiatives in the workplace, ensuring all maintenance tasks are completed in a safe manner.
  • Assist in the preparation of safety audits and assessments as required.
• Documentation & Reporting:
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment condition, spare parts usage, and service history.
  • Generate detailed reports on maintenance activities and performance metrics for management review.
  • Recommend and assist in the procurement of spare parts, tools, and equipment needed to support preventative maintenance efforts.
• Team Collaboration:
  • Work closely with maintenance, production, and engineering teams to ensure the continuity of operations.
  • Provide training to maintenance staff and operators on best practices for equipment upkeep and preventative maintenance.
  • Participate in cross-functional meetings to discuss equipment performance, maintenance schedules, and process improvements.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree or certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Engineering, or related field is preferred.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in preventative maintenance in a manufacturing setting or role.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Proficient in using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) or similar software to schedule and track maintenance tasks.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

We offer a compensation and benefits package that's holistic, competitive and fair. It's focused on total well-being.

• vacation buy
• floating holidays
• health and wellness rebate
• tuition assistance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, genetics, gender identity or expression, national origin, or disability.

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