Sr Technical Maintenance Manager

At CJ Schwan’s, we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs.

Smith’s®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together.

We are hiring a Sr. Technical Maintenance Manager at our ethical food manufacturing facility in Fullerton, CA
. In this role you will be a strategic leader of people and all maintenance functions, ensuring safety of people and food is a top priority!

• Ensuring that all work and equipment is performed in a safe manner and that all PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is worn as necessary and all employees receive the proper safety training in accordance with Company, Local, State, and Federal OSHA rules and regulations. "Leave no space unsafe"!
• Coordinating with FSQ and production team to ensure facility meets the highest sanitary conditions and maintains compliance with USDA and SQF regulations.
• Leading and managing the maintenance activities and improvement projects in support of plant operational needs and goals.
• Supervising the continuous improvement/optimization of the manufacturing processes with a focus on a PM based structure and maximizing asset utilization.
• Leading, directing, and assisting managers and supervisors who are engaged in the daily operation of the production and maintenance departments.
• Collaborating with production departments on resolution of issues concerning facilities and equipment.
• Coordinating with reliability, CI, and engineering teams to identify capital projects to improve line efficiency and presenting proposals to the Sr. Director of Manufacturing.
• Balancing available interior and exterior resources to provide cost effective solutions while delivering budgetary goals.
• Fostering exceptional talent through mentor, training and developing supervisors and technicians.
• Monitoring performance of the facility by using reports and data from operations and quality departments, as well as our Manufacturing Execution systems (SAP & equipment monitoring technologies).
• Driving daily RCAs to improve equipment reliability and maximize equipment uptime.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• 10+ Years of related experience, including 6+ years guiding teams in progressive leadership, ideally in food/beverage (but open to other select industries).
• Authentic leader, direct communicator, and positive relationship builder with all levels.
• Demonstrated organizational ability to handle project management multiple tasks prioritizing is necessary and meeting required deadlines.
• Proactive in seeking solutions and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Flexibility and hands on leadership with all shifts.

The base salary range for this position is $120,000 to $195,000 annually with eligibility for a 20% annual incentive bonus, that is based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to educations, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall well-being, including comprehensive health benefits, time off programs, and retirement and financial offerings.

The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.