KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: -Manage and develop the maintenance team members in a continuous improvement food manufacturing and distribution environment. -Function as a key member on the Leadership Team in leading and demonstrating CC Kitchen's -Core values while ensuring daily business and customer service objectives are achieved. -Manage the CC Kitchens safety committee and overall plant safety awareness. -Setup and administer all preventative maintenance schedules and programs. -Manage overall maintenance department performance to assist in meeting plant goals and objectives. -Lead and participate in all capital expense & maintenance projects and also manage outside contractors if necessary. -Recommend ways to increase productivity levels/performance through knowledge of formal continuous improvement methodology. -Develop and manage department budget. Manage all financial aspects of the department including capital project estimates and payroll. -Develop and maintain plan that includes equipment replacement and productivity improvement/cost savings.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:  College degree or equivalent experience in industrial/food manufacturing preferred. At least 2 years of supervisor experience. Working knowledge of local, state and federal regulations and audits required, i.e., FDA audits, HACCP, etc… Demonstrated skills/certification in general maintenance, HVAC/refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, PLCs, VFDs, hydraulics, pneumatics, and welding. Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, construction drawings, machine manuals, electrical blueprints/electrical schematics. Demonstrated experience in developing and leading a formal preventative maintenance program. Microsoft Office experience required (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).