Maintenance Supervisor - Dry Sweeteners

Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. We manufacture and market Splenda, the #1 brand in the low calorie sweetener category and the most recognized in the world. We make coffee, tea and water taste better and help people live happier, healthier and longer lives by making it easy to reduce sugar.

Scope:

The Maintenance Supervisor manages and coordinates the activities of maintenance employees to assure proper maintenance and mechanic repair of machinery and equipment within the allotted budget and consistent with Company policies, procedures and regulations. Leads problem-solving efforts to support in repair, maintenance and installation of machines, tools, and equipment.  Recommends and implements continuous improvement activities for manufacturing areas, creates and implements procedures and provides planning input into the CMMS, PM, and other projects. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Promotes safety and conducts him/herself in accordance with all safety guidelines at all times
• Determines schedules, sequences, and assignments for work activities, based on work priority, quantity of equipment, and skill of personnel
• Monitors employees' work levels and reviews work performance
• Maintains working knowledge of equipment
• Leads repairs on electrical controls and power wiring, electrical or electronic components such as proximity, photo eye, pushbutton and limit switches
• Oversees management of tool and part inventories and the condition and maintenance of shops to ensure adequate working conditions
• Assists Safety in investigating accidents or injuries and prepares report of findings
• Assures production schedules are met and all issues are resolved and communicated in a timely fashion. 
• Supports and executes plant specific maintenance strategies to achieve the key performance goals for overall maintenance performance.
• Recommends or initiates personnel actions, such as hires, promotions, transfers, discharges, or disciplinary measures of maintenance technicians
• Compiles operational or personnel records, such as time and production records, inventory data, repair or maintenance statistics, or test results
• Enforces maintenance policies and procedures
• Initiates work orders and ensures work order procedures are followed.
• Counsels employees about work-related issues and assists employees to correct job-skill deficiencies
• In depth knowledge with Variable Frequency Drives, Programmable Logic Controllers, Remote I/O, DC Speed Controllers, AC/DC Motors and Motor Controls
• In depth knowledge of mechanical power transfer systems such as gear reducers, chain/belt drives, direct drives, bearings, shafts and couplings
• In depth knowledge of 480-volt 3 phase power distribution such as transformers, Motor Control Centers, power panels
• Knowledge of 120- and 24-volt discrete control and 4-20mA analog control systems
• Knowledge and experience with pneumatic operated control valve actuators and solenoid devices
• Examines objects, systems, or facilities and analyzes information to determine needed installations, services, or repairs
• Conducts or arranges for worker training in safety, repair, or maintenance techniques, operational procedures, or equipment use
• Enforces programs to increase operational efficiencies, increase equipment up-time and track response time
• Ensures maintenance technicians comply with all GMP and SQF policies and procedures
• Experienced with packaging, conveyance, liquid and powder manufacturing equipment and processes
• Knowledge of utility systems such as compressors, boilers, chillers and water systems
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• Associate degree in technical area or commensurate experience required, high school diploma or equivalent required. 
• Supervisory or lead experience in a food and beverage company and understanding of regulatory requirements for food safety.
• Experience with Reliability Centered Maintenance; and TPM and Continuous Improvement experience preferred.
• Must be extremely organized and have experience managing a PM program
• Passion for troubleshooting electrical controls and developing maintenance technicians’ skills
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize different projects and workload.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, (written and verbally) with peers, management, contractors and vendors
• Strong technical, managerial and leadership skills to build teams and implementing sustainable processes.
• MS Office, MS Project, MS Excel 

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to physically perform the functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
• Must be able to work seated using a computer and phone for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work extended hours, such as daily overtime and an occasional weekend
• Must possess visual acuity to document company records
• Continuous walking throughout plant and distribution center.
• Lifting up to 40 pounds

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