Maintenance Manager

Overview

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow. At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for the safe maintenance, repair and/or replacement of plant equipment and systems to ensure maximum equipment run time. Responsible for establishing and implementing Maintenance Foundations, TPM and the engineering related elements of Nestlé Continuous Excellence (NCE) for Nestlé. The role is a key liaison between the Production and Engineering driving the maintenance team to deliver reliable equipment at optimal cost.

• Provides direction to maintenance staff while promoting compliance with Company objectives.
• Tracks, analyzes and improves key maintenance parameters such as asset utilization, maintenance costs, and PM compliance.
• Ensures that all mandatory maintenance programs are followed throughout the Company.
• Maintains a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) for tracking work orders, spare parts, and maintenance history of plant equipment.
• Constantly reviews the operation of plant equipment and systems to minimize unplanned downtime, solve problems in a timely manner, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Performs upgrades and/or changes to equipment if necessary.
• Monitors the use and inventories of spare parts, maintenance supplies, and equipment and initiates reordering when necessary.
• Assists with planning and implementing plant improvements and expansions.
• Completes all necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
• Ensures city, state and federal regulations relating to the maintenance department are met at all times.
• Participates in all internal and external audits.
• Manages the department function and processes.
• Manages department for compliance with established policies and objectives of the company and contributions in attaining objectives.
• Oversees the work activities and professional training and development of 5 direct reports and 50 indirect reports.
• Works with Management to attain goals, carry out strategies, plans, and policies to increase profitability and success of the Company.
• Enhances, implements and enforces policies and procedures of the organization by way of systems that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the corporation.
• Assists in developing and carrying out department’s goals, objectives, and systems.
• Assists in creating department’s policies and procedures.
• Assists in creating the department’s budget and works within established parameters.
• Conducts interviews, appraisal performances, on boarding, and disciplinary meetings including terminations.
• Approves payroll and amends Source Time errors for hourly employees.
• Fills out appropriate paperwork, i.e. hiring, termination, replacement, performance evaluations, accident reports, vacation requests, and counseling forms.
• Monitors employee’s adherence to company rules and policies and takes necessary corrective action if needed.
• Is responsible for reviewing and maintaining crewing levels and optimizing to meet or surpass NPF cost targets.
• Suggests ways to control labor and supply costs as well as improve processes.
• Ensures that all work activities are performed with attention to the highest standards for quality, safety and compliance with all appropriate legal and food safety requirements and a focus on continuous improvement.
• Participates in sensory…