Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
+ Execute daily and weekly activities to ensure reliable operation of building, grounds, and utility systems supporting plant operations.
+ Own and maintain preventive maintenance (PM) plans for building, grounds, and utilities equipment.
+ Operate, monitor, and maintain utility systems, including (but not limited to):
+ Wastewater pretreatment systems
+ Steam boilers
+ Compressed air systems
+ Water and wastewater systems
+ Refrigeration, chillers,
+ Perform routine troubleshooting and repair of electrical (480VAC and below; motor starters, sensors, switches) and mechanical systems (hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical drive components).
+ Maintain building infrastructure and services, including plumbing, HVAC, lighting, dock doors, roofing, exterior/interior repairs, and grounds.
+ Manage and coordinate contractors for specialized repairs, grounds maintenance, snow removal, and regulatory inspections.
+ Complete assigned work orders and proactively address backlog as capacity allows.
+ Document PMs, repairs, and asset data using CMMS (eMaint and/or SAP PM); develop and maintain functional locations and asset hierarchies.
+ Ensure equipment is maintained in accordance with state licenses, permits, and regulatory requirements.
+ Conduct breakdown analysis and take corrective action to the root cause level using MSE/IWS tools.
+ Support spare parts management, recommend improvements, and register/update PMs to improve system reliability.
+ Maintain budgets related to utilities and facilities; create POs and manage service, parts, and equipment purchases.
+ Support calibration activities and equipment ownership within assigned areas.
+ Support and train technicians and operators in troubleshooting, repair skills, and Autonomous Maintenance (AM).
+ Flow to work across functional areas to meet changing business needs.
+ Maintain all equipment according to State Licenses and Permits
+ Register parts and create/update PMs in order to improve the maintenance system
+ Drive delivery at or above target of following metrics: TRS, production reliability, stops reduction, mean time between failure, defects found and fixed, work order/PM completion rate
+ Support spares storeroom process and suggest improvements on how to manage spare parts
+ Spend majority of time in plant performing PMs and/or repairs
+ Develop/train technicians to grow functional/technical skills, learn troubleshooting and repair skills to operate equipment more efficiently, understand Autonomous Maintenance activities
+ Flow to work as needed to meet the business nee
+ Takes corrective actions in solving problems to root cause level.
+ Understand and implement calibration on defined equipment within area ownership.
+ Support Operations in equipment setup, changeover and training of operators in Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities.
+ Understands maintenance scheduling, planning, and inventory management.
Context and Scope
+ Adhere to all safety, GMP, and regulatory requirements, including LOTO, confined space, hot work permits, and HACCP.
+ Interpret and apply electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics and drawings.
+ Apply intermediate mechanical skills including metalworking, plumbing, pipefitting, steam fitting, and basic electrical work.
+ Utilize Unified Problem Solving (UPS) and IWS methodologies to eliminate losses and improve reliability.
+ Collaborate effectively with operations, engineering, vendors, and contractors.
+ Demonstrate strong computer proficiency (e.g., CMMS, Excel, Word, Outlook, SAP/Proficy where applicable).
+ Uphold high standards of safety, quality, equipment ownership, and continuous improvement.
+ Balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining strong communication and teamwork.
+ Proficiency in work order, preventative maintenance completion and other maintenance activities of the plant
+ Advanced computer skills to include Proficy, Excel, Line Event Data System, SAP, Red Prairie, Nexus
+ Effective written and verbal communication skills
+ Ability to use part diagram and list to order parts
+ Ability to work with vendor, suppliers
+ Passionate safety and quality ownership
+ Self-development: Demonstrated to learn & upgrade job related and leadership skills
+ Mechanical skill block owner and qualifier, experiences teaching and developing Technicians skillset
+ Demonstrated capability to uphold high standards and expectations on equipment/system ownership
+ Demonstrated capability to learn and qualify on new technology
+ Demonstrated ability to balance and handle multiple priorities and complexity
+ - Drive Team unplanned down time reduction through PM capability building and breakdown reduction
+ Teamwork, strong collaboration, communication & effectiveness working with others
+ Daily Direction Setting coaching on technician root cause analysis
+ Proven ability to analyze data, determine root cause, eliminate losses utilizing the appropriate IWS methodology
+ Understanding of Mars Quality Management Program, HACCP
+ PLC logic understanding- High level of technical competency and ability to handle multiple priorities and complexity
Job Specifications/Qualifications
+ Industrial Utilities Certification, Journeyman status, or vocational training preferred.
+ Boiler Operator License preferred; PSM license a plus.
+ Manufacturing or industrial maintenance experience preferred.
+ Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
+ Basic computer proficiency (Excel, Word, CMMS).
+ Experience operating and troubleshooting building and utilities systems.
+ Demonstrated mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
+ Experience with welding, fabrication, plumbing, and pipefitting is a plus.
+ Strong learning agility and willingness to develop additional technical skills.
Qualifications
+ Plans and Aligns
+ Manages Complexity
+ Ensures Accountability
+ Drives Results
+ Courage
+ Communicates Effectively