Job Description
Job Description
Summary
This hands-on position reports to the Sr Director of Manufacturing and directs and coordinates activities of workers engaged in repair, upgrades, maintenance, and installation of machines, special projects, tools, and equipment, and in maintenance of buildings and grounds, by performing the following duties personally, or through subordinates for both Warren and Fall River sites.
Essential Duties
Maintenance:
- Provides an early morning daily review of work activities/personnel status and PM results to the supervisor with updates for substantial issues (any event that might affect production, or product quality) throughout the day.
- Reviews manufacturers' service manuals, Blount Fine Foods equipment usage schedules, and records of maintenance problems to determine the optimum frequency of preventive maintenance.
- Regularly checks production schedules and confers with other departments, managers and staff to determine when planned maintenance will least interfere with operations.
- Maintain records of planned and completed maintenance and assists in tracking and completing records for environmental, OSHA and FDA requirements.
- Reviews work request to determine work priorities. Schedules repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment to ensure continuous production operations.
- Coordinates activities of workers by fabricating or modifying machines, tools, or equipment to manufacture new products or improve existing products.
- Order and ensure an optimal level of spare parts, and equipment, are kept in stock to minimize unscheduled operations downtime, while minimizing cost of inventory.
- Designs and implements preventive maintenance programs in conjunction with engineering, maintenance, and operations, staff.
- Reviews production, quality control, and maintenance reports and statistics to plan and modify maintenance activities.
- Inspect operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards
- Plans, develops, and implements new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.
- Assist in maintenance matters for other BFF locations.
- Coordinates the maintenance program in accordance with policies, principles, and procedures established by Blount Fine Foods.
- Studies maintenance schedules and estimates labor requirements for completion of job assignment.
- Conference with management, engineering, and quality control personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment.
- Works to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations issued by OSHA, EPA and other federal, state, and local regulations including Lock-out/Tag-out, confined space and personal protection regulations.
- Is responsible for the future implementation and 3-year Maintenance plan for Fall River and Warren sites.
Engineering:
- Works as a member of the Engineering Department to assist in design for innovative equipment upgrades and coordinate plans for installation of new equipment, machinery, or buildings.
- Review new product plans and discuss equipment needs and modifications with design engineers.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Directly supervises roughly seven employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
- Responsibilities include participation in interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Maintains employee timecards and attendance records.
Education and/or Experience:
- University/Technical college degree, or appropriate trade school certification; or a minimum of eight years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience, is required.
- 8 years’ experience in a maintenance management role preferably within a food manufacturing environment.
Our Total Compensation Package Includes:
- Medical, dental and vision benefits
- 401k with Company match
- Paid time off including vacation, sick time and holidays
- Education Assistance Program
- Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
- Discounts on Blount products at Company retail locations
- Discretionary Annual Bonus Program
Company DescriptionThe Blount family has built a wonderful business over five generations. Bringing our love of food to families for five generations! Blount Fine Foods is a family-owned and operated manufacturer, marketer, and developer of premium fresh prepared foods. We are an engaging team, bringing restaurant-quality products to America including single-serve grab-n-go fresh soups, mac & cheese, and entrées in grocery stores across the country, as well as for hot bars and restaurants. Help us create the finest food experiences including those with specialty certifications that include organic, gluten-free, and low sodium, among others. Join a proven team for growth, success, and a satisfying career!
Company Description
The Blount family has built a wonderful business over five generations. Bringing our love of food to families for five generations! Blount Fine Foods is a family-owned and operated manufacturer, marketer, and developer of premium fresh prepared foods. We are an engaging team, bringing restaurant-quality products to America including single-serve grab-n-go fresh soups, mac & cheese, and entrées in grocery stores across the country, as well as for hot bars and restaurants. Help us create the finest food experiences including those with specialty certifications that include organic, gluten-free, and low sodium, among others. Join a proven team for growth, success, and a satisfying career!