Maintenance Systems Leader – IWS ​/ TPM

Just Born, Inc . is a family-owned candy manufacturer that has been creating joyful moments for generations. Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, we are proud to produce iconic brands like PEEPS®, MIKE AND IKE®, HOT TAMALES®, and GOLDENBERG’S® PEANUT CHEWS®.

Our purpose is simple: to create joyful moments and build stronger communities . Guided by our highest ideals— to take care of each other, do the right thing, and give forward - we remain committed to our people, our consumers, our community, and the planet.

The Maintenance Systems Leader – IWS / TPM champions equipment reliability, stability, and performance for assigned production line(s) at Just Born’s Bethlehem, PA facility.

As part of the Line Trio , this role partners with the Business Unit Leader and the Manufacturing & Systems Engineer to deliver results across Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Morale, and Nature (SQCDMN) . The focus is on enabling a strong integrated work stream through Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) , disciplined daily management, and data driven breakdown elimination.

This is a hands-on , floor ‑ focused role that leads maintenance systems, standards, and capability to ensure equipment runs safely, reliably, and efficiently.

Location:

Bethlehem, PA

• Equipment Reliability & Breakdown Elimination
• Champion equipment reliability and performance for assigned production line(s)
• Lead breakdown elimination (BDE) efforts through structured root ‑ cause analysis and corrective actions
• Track and analyze maintenance indicators and in ‑ process measures to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Develop and execute improvement plans based on maintenance performance data
• Deliver results across SQCDMN through individual and team efforts
• Integrated Work Stream / Daily Management Systems
• Lead the review of prior maintenance work, breakdowns, and planned activities during the Daily Meeting
• Adjust maintenance plans based on scheduled work, work completion, and disruptions
• Support and coordinate planned stops, incorporating work orders and maintenance tasks into the execution plan
• Monitor the health of Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Daily Management Systems (DMS) and recommend corrective actions
• Support and integrate TPM pillars, including Autonomous Maintenance (AM), Clean, Inspect & Lubricate (CIL), Centerlining (CL), Defect Handling (DH), and maintenance cost and parts ‑ usage optimization
• Standards, Documentation & Technical Governance
• Ensure maintenance technical documentation is revised, updated, and sustained as needed
• Confirm equipment drawings and schematics are complete, accurate , accessible, and usable
• Ensure all equipment design changes, corrective maintenance, and work modifications follow Change Management (CM) procedures
• Provide structured feedback to design teams related to new equipment, modifications, or line ‑ speed changes
• Training, Capability & Knowledge Transfer
• Create One Point Lessons (OPLs) and support training and qualification of line teams in maintenance activities
• Build maintenance capability through training, coaching, and reinforcement of standards
• Support knowledge transfer related to troubleshooting, equipment care, and TPM routines
• Safety, Compliance & Presence
• Implement and follow all safety procedures, plant policies, and the Just Born code of ethics
• Consistently model and reinforce safe behaviors and standard work
• Maintain a strong floor presence to support execution, problem solving, and collaboration
• Adapt schedule as needed to support manufacturing operations, including nights, weekends, or overtime when required

• E ducation & Experience
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a technical discipline preferred (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience in a maintenance, asset care, reliability, or maintenance planning role with demonstrated technical and leadership capability
• Prior experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred
• Demonstrated experience supporting equipment reliability, maintenance systems, or TPM ‑ based operations
• Skills &…