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Maintenance Manager II

Maintenance Manager II

RefrescoOtsego, MI, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Make a Difference in YOUR Career!

Our vision is both simple and ambitious : to put our drinks on every table.

We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative.  We seek out new challenges and conquer them.  This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too :  Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.

Stop and think : how would YOU put our drinks on every table?

Position Description

Reporting to the Plant Manager or Plant Director, the Manager Maintenance II is responsible for providing leadership for the maintenance functions, ensuring proper preventive maintenance of physical plant and all operating equipment, electrical troubleshooting, minimizing equipment downtime to provide maximum production capacity, and compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety regulations.

Essential Job Functions :

  • Adhere to and ensure compliance to all health and safety policies / procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and PPE requirements.
  • Adhere to and ensure compliance to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and / or governing bodies (ex. SQF).
  • Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination.
  • Provides training, direction and instruction and conducts performance evaluations.
  • Provides guidance and training on work standards and expected outcomes.
  • Accountable for planning and evaluating performance, staff training and development, recruitment and may contribute to pay recommendations.
  • Continuously improving manufacturing processes in terms of quality and performance measurements and identifying and eliminating bottleneck areas.
  • Seek to ensure reliability of plant and equipment operation while optimizing maintenance and operation costs and satisfying all safety, environmental etc. regulations in the process.
  • Assist the engineering team in the launch of new products and processes from an engineering perspective.
  • Manage contractors for any non-engineering project.
  • Identify and solve safety concerns encountered during design and study of manufacturing processes.
  • Devise hands-on improvement processes to reduce scrap and defects while improving throughput and document SOPs and the implementation of Best Practices into the facility. Coordinate the installation of new equipment to maximize production efficiency and maintainability.
  • Work with production to make modifications to equipment and work areas for maximum efficiency of operation.
  • Maintain a knowledge base in the capacity of existing utilities and the current level of utilization.
  • Oversee the maintenance of the equipment and the facility to ensure the company receives maximum utilization of its assets.
  • Ensure that systems are in place & followed to maintain reliability of the equipment & processes.
  • Keep written documentation of environmental compliance current.
  • Periodically prepare reports to satisfy environmental and safety regulations and ensure a safe and professional work environment.
  • Evaluates and recommends improvements to product manufacturability.
  • Ensure compliance to all OHSA and environmental regulatory and corporate standards. Investigate and identify root causes of any non-compliance.
  • Accountable for a safe working environment through the development of strategies focused on accident reduction as well as energy and waste minimization.
  • Oversee effective deployment of human resources throughout the plant and ensure the correct administration of the collective Bargaining Agreement if applicable.
  • This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Education and Experience :

  • Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent required. Undergraduate degree in a related field preferred.
  • 8- 10 years relevant work experience in Management. Food / Beverage manufacturing preferred.
  • Required Skills :

  • Proficient in Excel, Word, SAP and Power Point.
  • Strong team player who is able to work across multiple functions.
  • Continuous learning and adaptability, regulatory compliance knowledge.
  • Ability to analyze and solve problems, results oriented.
  • Able to work under deadline pressures.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written.
  • Competencies :

  • Leadership - Foster a culture of empowerment by building relationships based on trust, lead courageously on a day-to-day basis, and inspire growth with a clear and ambitious vision that guides the collective effort toward success.
  • Quality : Understanding of quality standards and requirements for manufactured products, implementation of quality control measures to ensure product consistency and reliability, collaboration with quality team to address related issues.
  • Continuous Improvement – Lead department process improvement through lean principles, team feedback, and CI events.
  • Troubleshooting – Skilled in resolving process and equipment issues to minimize downtime and waste.
  • Documentation Skills – Accurately record production data and maintain organized records.
  • Safety and Compliance – Ensure OSHA, environmental, and corporate compliance. Timely and accurate completion of monthly Alchemy training.
  • Communication Skills – Communicate effectively with direct reports and all levels of the organization. Collaborates to ensure smooth workflow.  Follows equipment down-time escalation process.
  • Decision Making & Judgment – Make informed decisions with sometimes limited data, learning from outcomes.
  • People Management – coach others regardless of performance level; help others identify key goals and use their talents to achieve those goals; build relationships; offer praise and recognition.
  • Ownership – Proactively take initiative and responsibility for tasks and challenges, demonstrating independent thinking.
  • Problem Solving Skills – Develop creative solutions, evaluate results, and incorporate feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Time Management – Optimize production schedules by prioritizing tasks and minimizing downtime to meet deadlines.
  • Working Conditions :

  • Work Schedule : Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight and holidays may be required.
  • Work Environment : Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise levels require hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot and / or relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised, with clear production targets and schedules to meet.
  • Floor Presence Expectation : Average of 50%
  • Travel Requirements :

  • Travel anticipated : Rarely
  • A Career with Refresco

    Refresco is passionate about empowering leaders who reflect our core values and live by our leadership behaviors. These behaviors encourage effective leadership within the business, and focus on leading courageously, empowering individuals, and driving company growth as one team. Joining our team as a people manager means you’ll be encouraged to evolve as a leader who prioritizes the success of both you and your team, to deliver results, whilst bringing your authentic self to work.

    Refresco Beverages US, Inc. offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, which include :

  • Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Legal Benefits
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
  • 12 Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Paid Time Off
  • Well-being Benefits
  • Discount and Total Reward Programs
  • Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!

    Any employment agency, person, or entity that submits a résumé to this career site or a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Refresco Beverages US, Inc.  Refresco Beverages, US Inc., will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person, or entity.

    Employment agencies that have agreements with Refresco Beverages US, Inc., and have been engaged in a search shall submit a résumé to the designated Refresco recruiter or, upon authorization, submit a résumé to this career site to be eligible for placement fees.

    Refresco Beverages US, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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