Team Leader - Maintenance

Rich Products Corporation; Crest Hill (IL); On-site; USD 82,867 - 112,115; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Parental leave

Family planning support

Associate resource groups

Volunteering & community impact

Holiday gatherings

In-house taste tests

Job summary

Rich Products Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Team Leader in Crest Hill, IL to supervise a plant maintenance unit, schedule upkeep, and mentor mechanics. The role requires hands-on knowledge of refrigeration, electrical and mechanical systems, and strong leadership to optimize uptime and safety.

You will partner with engineers and process teams to maintain facilities and equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of refrigeration, plumbing, industrial electrical and mechanical systems
• Experience with preventative maintenance scheduling and safety management
• Familiarity with GMP, sanitation, FA regulations and HACCP
• Ability to coach and train associates and schedule work
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems
• Mechanical and spatial aptitude to disassemble/reassemble equipment
• Ability to understand complex mathematical equations

Responsibilities

• Coordinate maintenance and electrical/hydraulic work with teams
• Mentor and develop associates for performance improvement
• Communicate performance standards and recognize achievements
• Analyze equipment issues and implement corrective actions
• Schedule preventive maintenance to avoid production disruption
• Record production delays and report to management
• Ensure facilities comply with regulations and safety standards
• Assist in equipment bids and contractor coordination
• Support safety inspections and policy development
• Assist in budget preparation related to maintenance
• Manage parts storeroom in smaller facilities
• Stay updated on manufacturing technologies and systems
• Contribute to team charters with Process Improvement Teams
• Perform other related duties as needed

Skills

Supervisory experience

Preventative maintenance

Problem solving

Train/coach associates

Analytical thinking

Mechanical aptitude

Disassemble/reassemble equipment

Mathematical understanding

Education

HS degree or GED

HVAC licensing

BA/BS in Engineering or related field preferred

Job description

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Location: Crest Hill, IL, US, 60403

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. With more than 13,500 associates working globally in 100 countries and annual sales of $5.9 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

Purpose Statement

The Maintenace Team Leader supervises a unit responsible for maintaining the plant’s equipment, buildings and facilities.In addition to providing technical expertise regarding maintenance, electrical, mechanical and hydraulic engineering.With direction from the Plant Engineer, ensure that the maintenance schedules are adhered to.

• Coordinates the efforts of maintenance, electric, and hydraulic work teams and provides maintenance and mechanical engineering support to those teams.
• Mentors and motivates associates, providing training and development to optimize their performance and personal growth.
• Communicates performance standards to associates, recognizing and rewarding individual and team accomplishments and counseling performance problems.
• Analyzes mechanical and operational problems on assigned equipment, planning and implementing corrective action.Notifies department of recurring equipment malfunctions and corrective action taken, and quality problems or supplies needed.
• Schedules preventive maintenance checks and inspection of assigned equipment ensuring no disruption to the production schedule.
• Analyzes and records cause of production delays on daily production report.Maintains and reports other required operational information to management.
• Ensures that plant facilities and grounds are maintained in accordance with relevant regulations, company and regulatory standards and fiscal consideration.
• Assists in preparing major equipment bids, recommending purchase when replacement or new equipment is required. Represents the company’s position and interest in dealing with outside contractors, vendors, and engineering consultants.
• May have responsibility for plant safety including and coordinating annual fire safety inspections with local fire departments; arranging and coordinating internal safety inspections; and implementing solutions to identified safety deficiencies.
• Assists in the development of policies and procedures related to maintenance and safety.
• Assists in annual budget preparation as it relates to safety and maintenance of facilities, grounds, and equipment.
• May direct the machine parts storeroom operation in smaller facilities.
• Keeps abreast of latest manufacturing technologies and systems and engineering concepts.
• Performs other related responsibilities, as needed, to support Rich Products Corporation’s business objectives.
• Work directly with Process Improvement Teams and assist in preparation and execution of team charters.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• HS degree or GED and HVAC licensing; BA/BS degree in Engineering or related field preferred
• 3 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment requiring knowledge of refrigeration, plumbing, industrial electrical and mechanical systems and maintenance, and automated manufacturing process controls and equipment
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of preventative maintenance techniques/scheduling and safety management
• Working knowledge of FA regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), sanitation processes/procedures and HACCP
• Demonstrated knowledge of efficient and safe manufacturing operations to include product and associate safety, OSHA standards, product quality (success rates), cost control (minimizing downtime and waste, optimizing yield)
• Demonstrated ability to direct, coach, and train associates as well as plan, monitor and schedule work
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
• Demonstrated mechanical and spatial aptitude, including the ability to disassemble and reassemble equipment
• Demonstrated ability to formulate and understand complex mathematical equations
• Proficient using Excel or other spreadsheet software
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COMPENSATION

In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.

Annual Range/Hourly Rate

$82,867.00-$112,115.00

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity , standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging, to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich’s. Please contact Rich’s Associate Experience Network at [e-mail] if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

BRINGING YOUR BEST SELF TO WORK.

As a family-owned company, caring for our associates—their whole selves—is a top priority. That’s why we provide benefits and tools to help our people balance the integration of work and life:

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Family planning support
• Associate resource groups
• Volunteering & community impact opportunities
• Holiday gatherings
• In-house taste tests (we are a food company after all)!

Because in the company of family, all things are possible.

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. With over 13,500 associates working in 100 locations globally, and annual sales at $5.9billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.