Job DescriptionBring your Expertise
We're seeking a proven maintenance & reliability operations leader with strong technical depth, 8 plus years in manufacturing maintenance leadership, and a passion for building high-performing teams. In this high-impact role, you'll stand up preventive and predictive programs, optimize equipment performance, and champion continuous improvement across safety, quality, and operations.
The position is located in Denver, CO.
Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay (accrued based on hours worked), PTO/Vacation Pay (accrued based on hours worked) or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays (8-9 days annually), bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility). Are you a leader with a passion for food production?
Main responsibilities:Maintenance & Reliability Leadership - Lead and develop a high-performing maintenance team, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and technical excellence.
- Design and implement reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) strategies to improve asset uptime and reduce unplanned downtime.
- Oversee preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance programs using CMMS and advanced diagnostic tools.
- Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) to address chronic equipment issues.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, regulatory, and performance standards (OSHA, EPA, FDA, USDA
Cross-Functional Continuous Improvement - Align maintenance and reliability goals with production, quality, safety, and training objectives.
- Lead plant-wide initiatives using Lean, TPM, and Six Sigma methodologies to improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
- Support capital project planning and execution, ensuring reliability and maintainability are integrated.
- Champion autonomous maintenance and operator care programs to promote frontline ownership of equipment health.
Systems & Asset Management - Oversee maintenance planning and scheduling to minimize production disruption.
- Manage spare parts inventory, vendor relationships, and maintenance budgets.
- Ensure CMMS data integrity and accurate documentation of procedures and standards.
- Track and report on maintenance KPIs, equipment reliability metrics, and audit readiness
Training & Development - Develop and implement technical training programs for maintenance and operations personnel.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and proactive problem-solving.
- Lead staff development in troubleshooting, equipment onboarding, and reliability best practices.
We are looking for candidates who possess the following: - Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred.
- 8 plus years of progressive experience in maintenance, reliability, or engineering leadership within manufacturing (food or CPG preferred).
- Proven experience in maintenance supervision, preferably in a dairy production environment.
- Strong technical knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and automation systems.
- Proven experience implementing RCM, TPM, and other reliability frameworks.
- Proficiency with CMMS/EAM platforms and reliability analytics tools.
- Demonstrated success in capital planning, project management, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Why Join Us? - Opportunity to lead a critical function in a high-impact manufacturing environment.
- Work with a collaborative leadership team focused on safety, quality, and innovation.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Professional growth through training, development, and cross-functional exposure.
We also provide a variety of benefits including: - Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream - Associate discounts
- Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
- Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
- Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
- An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve
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Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.
About the TeamPay Transparency:Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications.
Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, PTO/Vacation Pay or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays, bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility). [If applicable:] Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus.
