Maintenance Manager, Bakery

Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed from leading bakery companies, its innovative food portfolio includes breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins and pastries from beloved brands likeLa Brea Bakery,Otis Spunkmeyer, andOakrun Farm Bakery. With 13 bakeries in North America, we are committed to driving innovation, predicting upcoming consumer trends and flavors, and exceeding our customers' expectations. Aspire Bakeries champions the values of Integrity, Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity and Care to help us deliver on People Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Collaboration.

Responsibilities:

• Leadership and management of the Maintenance Department
• Implement/Manage SAP, TPM and Asset Reliability programs
• Establish and improve an effective preventative maintenance (PM) program
• Establish and improve an effective predictive maintenance (PdM) program
• Implement, drive and support Continuous Improvement program(s) which would include Lean Manufacturing efforts
• Provide maintenance resources to assist in achieving pertinent plant objectives
• Work closely with EHSS resources to ensure that a safe working environment is established and adherence to all environmental regulations
• Maintain facility/production line conditions to meet established GMPs and HAACP. Establish and maintain departmental SOPs to meet this goal. Ensure processes meet or exceed government requirements under OSHA, GMP, EPA, AIB, etc.
• Monitor and drive production line(s) OEE,specifically focused on the asset availability component.
• Provide continuous improvement-based leadership and pertinent communication to all department personnel as necessary
• Develop and report all network and plant specific KPI's. Use results to discuss and improve performance with the Maintenance team
• Manage Maintenance Department spending. This includes the development of necessary budgets as well as proper adherence. This would include electricity, water, sewer, all R&M equipment, machinery supplies, outside services, maintenance labor, etc.
• Prepare and execute any pertinent Capital requirements
• Collaborate with Plant Operations Manager(s) and Plant Productions Scheduler(s) to assure production needs and changes can be met
• Direct contractors and project team members, accordingly, to ensure the quality of work meets all professional, governmental, local and plant standards
• Direct, through supervisors, employees engaged in installing and repairing equipment. This includes electricians, mechanics, other trades and technicians, etc.
• Inspect completed work for conformance to blueprints, specifications and code. Seek opportunities for improvement and coach staff on findings
• Align with Asset Reliability and Maintenance Systems COE on all programs, processes and initiatives
• Other duties that may be assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• LEAN manufacturing experience
• Has strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Problem-solving, analytical, and trouble-shooting skills required to resolve manufacturing, procurement and logistics issues
• Ability to read, analyse and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers and employees.
• Ability to calculate such things as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Able to apply basic algebra and geometry concepts.
• Demonstrated leadership capability with strong follow through skills
• Strong organizational skills combined with planning and prioritizing aptitude

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Computer skills that include the use of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
• CMRP certification; preferred

Qualifications:

• BS degree in Engineering or relevant technical field

• Previous experience as a Maintenance Manager or Supervisor
• 7+ years in a manufacturing environment
• Travel 0 to 5%
• Builds Trust - Interacts with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions and those of the organization.
• Initiates Action - Takes prompt action to accomplish objectives; takes action to achieve goals beyond what is required; is proactive.
• Adaptability - Maintains effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures.
• Build Partnerships - Identifies opportunities and takes action to build strategic relationships between one's area and other areas, teams, departments, units, or organizations to help achieve business goal.
• Strategic Decision Making - Obtains information and identifies key issues and relationships relevant to achieving a long-range goal or visions; commits to a course of action to accomplish a long-range goal or vision after developing
• Contributes to Team Success - Actively participates as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals

Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.