Maintenance Team Leader

International Flavors and Fragrances; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Maintenance Team Leader to oversee maintenance reliability in Cedar Rapids. This role demands strong leadership and problem-solving skills to manage a team of technicians, ensure compliance with safety standards, and facilitate effective communication with vendors and contractors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in an industrial plant environment, with a commitment to team development and a proactive approach to improving processes. Join a diverse and inclusive workplace that values your unique contributions and fosters personal growth.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in an industrial plant environment.
• 2+ years of experience with SAP for MRO/stock parts.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise maintenance technicians and mechanics.
• Interpret technical drawings and perform system design.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Root Cause Analysis

Safety Commitment

Team Development

Communication

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Summary

Maintenance Team Leader

The successful candidate will be part of a leadership team responsible for Maintenance Reliability of the production facility at our Cedar Rapids, IA facility.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple hourly technicians reporting to this role.
• Interpret isometric drawings, P&IDs, schematics, and equipment drawings related to pumps, valves, agitators, motors, chillers, air compressors.
• Perform problem solving, root cause analysis, system design & construction.
• Recognize the need for and provide assistance beyond the core work area to drive improvement.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safety, personal integrity, and accountability.
• Maintain a positive attitude while being self-motivated.
• Lead meetings effectively with vendors, contractors, engineering, technicians, rental agencies, etc.
• Advocate for team members to receive necessary assistance to accomplish tasks.
• Develop training programs and standardization to address system gaps.
• Facilitate and track annual regulatory inspections.
• Carry a cell phone 24/7 for site support.
• Possess in-depth plant knowledge and understanding of process flow throughout the facility.
• Make quick decisions in the best interest of plant safety during process equipment emergencies.
• Follow all safety, ISO, HACCP, GMP, Kosher, Halal, and plant standards.
• Oversee repairs and maintenance to ensure they are completed accurately and timely.
• Recruit, train, and supervise maintenance technicians and mechanics.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years' experience in an industrial plant environment.
• Minimum 2 years' experience with SAP in MRO/stock parts, permit issues, TECO, PM plans.
• Minimum of 5+ years' experience in a leadership position involving team development and management.

About Us

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more.