Maintenance Director - Food Manufacturing

Maintenance Director - Food Manufacturing

CATELLI BROTHERS - 2.6

Camden, NJ Job Details Full-time $140,000 - $150,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Spanish Managerial strategic planning Budget management Strategic management 7 years Operations management Schematics Food processing Food processing plant Procurement strategy development Expense management Engineering Regulatory compliance Maintenance Equipment troubleshooting English Cost control CMMS Team development Schedule management Programmable logic controllers Bachelor's degree in engineering Electrical systems Bachelor's degree Continuous improvement Legislation HVAC Electrical diagnostics Electrical troubleshooting Kaizen Cost estimates Electrical maintenance Budget preparation Maintenance management Procurement contract negotiation Manufacturing Senior level Leadership Implementing cost-saving initiatives Manufacturing company experience Team motivation (leadership skill) Communication skills Mechanical knowledge Senior leadership Full Job Description Job Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Maintenance to oversee all maintenance operations within our facilities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring that all equipment is maintained to the highest standards. This leadership role requires effective management of the maintenance team, strategic planning for preventative maintenance, and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues efficiently. Duties Lead and manage the maintenance team, providing guidance and support to ensure optimal performance. Develop and implement a comprehensive maintenance management program that includes preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies. Plans, drives, and oversees maintenance system programs to meet plant requirements. Creates and recommends purchasing plans to implement plant policies and objectives and to attain optimum utilization of machinery and materials; with overall cost reduction. Manages a team of mechanics and is responsible for the maintenance of the entire plant and all equipment. Oversees and manages the system to schedule and plan preventative maintenance jobs, using KAIZEN and One Point Lesson (OPL) on a regular basis to improve plant efficiency. Handles and reviews negotiations from contractors such as, quotes and cost estimates. All while monitoring expenditures, reconciling purchases, and maintaining accurate vendor files. Enhance our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and other maintenance systems. Contribute to sustainable initiatives such as site inspections and energy surveys while remaining abreast of current legislation to ensure corporate compliance. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Proven experience in a maintenance management role or similar position within an industrial or commercial setting. Strong mechanical knowledge with hands-on experience in HVAC systems, logic controllers, and electrical troubleshooting. Ability to read and interpret schematics effectively. Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team. Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to maintenance challenges. Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail. Bachelor's degree in engineering is preferred. In lieu of a bachelor's degree, 15 years of maintenance experience with demonstrated success in a senior management role is acceptable. 7 to 10 years of maintenance experience in food processing facility is required. Ability to perform and comprehend verbal and written communication in English; Bilingual, English and Spanish preferred. Experience in budgeting, planning, estimations and building rapport with all team members. Effective leadership abilities and strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Good working knowledge of regulatory, legislative, and business environment required Physical Requirements Typical maintenance working conditions. Will frequently enter various refrigerated areas of the plant to perform maintenance activities for extended periods of time. Must be able to step, climbing balance, lifting, squat, kneel, bend and reach above shoulders as needed. If you are a dedicated professional looking for an opportunity to lead a dynamic team while ensuring the reliability of our facilities, we encourage you to apply for this critical role. •EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status•

Job Type :

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Experience:

Maintenance:

5 years (Required) Food processing plant: 3 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Camden, NJ 08103 (Required)

Pay:

$140,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person