Job Details

Kinsa is recruiting for a: Maintenance Manager - Frozen Food

Location: Lubbock, TX (Onsite)

Our client is a frozen food manufacturer based in Lubbock, TX. The Maintenance Manager will develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. Overseeing a team of 7 supervisors and technicians, you will plan and execute improvements to production processes, methods and controls, as well as coordinate manufacturing launches for new or revised products.

• Successful candidates MUST HAVE 5 years of experience in Maintenance Management of a food or beverage manufacturing plant.

Compensation/Benefits:

• $100,000 - $125,000 base salary
• 10 % bonus
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, etc.
• 401k with company match
• Vacation and Holiday pay
• Relocation assistance

Key Responsibilities and Goals:

• Carries out process improvement, problem resolution, project management and employee training.
• Identifying repetitive equipment failures and determining the root cause of ongoing equipment failures.
• Initiate and carry out projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs.
• Coordinates the manufacturing launch of new/revised products including establishing goals, training team members and evaluating results.
• Design, develop and test and/or sources and cost-justify various tools, machinery and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods.
• Develop capital expenditure budgets, expense budgets, and manning plans, working closely with production, finance, and all other departments.
• Ensure departmental compliance with policies of the company and all regulatory agencies such as USDA, and adherence to safety regulations, OSHA standards and building codes.
• Track, analyze, and improve key maintenance parameters such as asset utilization, maintenance cost, PM compliance, schedule compliance, etc.

Competencies Needed for Success:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance management in a food or beverage manufacturing environment.
• Able to manage multiple projects and large equipment installations involving maintenance technicians, outside contractors and running committee meetings on safety and quality.
• Strong progressive leadership and team development skills are essential.
• Strong budgetary skills and strategic management skills are required.
• Bilingual Spanish is a plus
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree is preferred, but strong relevant experience is acceptable.

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Recruiter Information:
Stephanie Savage
...@kinsa.com