Job Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):- Oversee overall maintenance operations for production equipment, machinery, and facility/utility systems.
- Develop and manage maintenance strategies related to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Manage preventive maintenance (PM) and repair maintenance programs to ensure stable operation of production equipment and compliance with food safety standards.
- Lead troubleshooting and technical support for key production equipment, including motors, conveyors, pumps, sensors, PLCs, and automation control systems.
- Develop preventive maintenance plans, manage schedules, and monitor execution to minimize equipment downtime.
- Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for equipment failures and recurring issues and implement corrective actions.
- Collaborate with Production, QA, Engineering, and Sanitation departments to improve equipment efficiency and productivity.
- Review drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals, and manage equipment replacement, calibration, and line setup activities.
- Manage equipment history, work orders, and maintenance data within MES and Maintenance Management Systems.
- Lead new equipment installation, commissioning, CAPEX projects, and equipment upgrade projects.
- Manage tool and spare parts inventory systems, including purchasing and cost control.
- Manage external vendors and contractors, including reviewing and approving service, parts, and equipment quotations.
- Maintain equipment readiness to minimize impact on production operations.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, GMP, SQF, HACCP, and other safety and food safety regulations.
- Manage compliance and training related to safety procedures such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Confined Space Entry.
- Lead maintenance-related audit responses and documentation management.
- Oversee emergency response and support related to wastewater treatment facilities and utility systems.
- Supervise maintenance mechanics and related personnel, including work assignments, training, performance management, and skill development.
- Drive equipment efficiency improvements, cost reduction initiatives, and continuous improvement activities.
- Perform other maintenance-related duties based on plant operations and organizational needs.
Qualifications / Skills:- Minimum 5-8 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, including at least 3 years in a Supervisor or Manager role.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred; experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
- Experience managing maintenance operations within food manufacturing or FDA-regulated environments preferred.
- Knowledge of SQF, GMP, HACCP, OSHA regulations, and audit response experience preferred.
- Experience with boilers, HVAC, refrigeration, utility systems, and wastewater treatment systems preferred.
- Strong maintenance organization and personnel management skills.
- Strong project management and prioritization skills.
- Strong cross-functional collaboration, communication, budgeting, and cost management skills.
- Must be able to travel as required.
- Must be available for weekends, night shifts, and emergency response situations.
- Bilingual in Korean is preferred
Pay Range: $110,000 - $130,000
We offer competitive pay and benefits package, including health (~80% company paid) for employee and dependents, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, company match 401K plan, generous PTO, and company holidays.
