Sr. Maintenance Manager

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Senior Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, utility and facility functions in a high-speed multi-site beverage manufacturing organization. The incumbent is responsible for strategic planning, team management, and ensuring the efficient operation and upkeep of facilities and equipment, with much focus on promoting teamwork and collaboration between maintenance, production, and quality departments. Responsibilities include developing maintenance strategies, managing budgets, overseeing repairs and preventative maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality regulations.BENEFITS: The well-being of our team members and their families is critically important to us. As part of this commitment, we offer:PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees AND their dependents, 100% paid by the CompanyA cell phone stipendAnnual discretionary bonus401(k) match program, pet insurance, life insurance, and more.LOCATION: The position is based at DrinkPAK's Headquarters in Santa Clarita, California.TYPE: Full Time; Salaried / ExemptRESPONSIBILITIESEnsure timely and efficient maintenance of processing equipment, packaging equipment, utility systems, and site facilities to maximize equipment uptime and overall throughput.Drive accountability across the maintenance team, overseeing the activities of various skilled personnel, assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and inspecting repairsCultivate and sustain productive relationships to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and cost goalsChampion and endorse initiatives related to food safety and quality programs within the plant premisesLead, synchronize, and facilitate daily operations of your team to ensure maintenance functions align with customer expectations, all accomplished in a secure, timely, and cost-effective mannerBuild an overarching maintenance process including spare parts inventory management, time-based maintenance activities, work order and backlog management system, and cost compliance.Utilize predictive maintenance and analytics to drive equipment uptime.Drive output improvements and cost savings initiatives across the site by working along side our engineering teams to implement plant-level capital improvement projects and upgrades.Provide responsive and proactive maintenance support across all departments, employing established work management processesPresent technical insights, alternatives, and solutions to enhance productivity and operational efficiencies.Formulate, monitor, and manage the departmental budget and maintenance expenditures.Assume responsibility for the professional and technical growth of the maintenance staff while achieving maintenance performance metricsCollaborate effectively with plant functional managers to foster a positive employee relations environmentOversee and guide our site automation team leading capability efforts driven through programming initiatives and improvements.Provide guidance to the management team on labor matters, encompassing safety, security, employee relations, scheduling, and training initiatives.Oversee the sites annual overhaul planning and scheduling along side our third party vendors.Manage and oversee all third party contractors and vendors working on sight, ensuring timely and efficient results while ensuring safety and quality of work.Work hand in hand with production teams ensuring line performance and correct resources are in place to drive productivity.Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree or equivalent experienceAt least 8-10 years of progressive experience in a formal maintenance director or supervisory role within the food and beverage manufacturing industryDemonstrated leadership acumen, fostering collaboration within teamsExceptional organizational prowess, adept at multitasking, and keen attention to detailProficient communication and presentation skills, both written and verbalAdvanced computer proficiency (e.g., MS Office, Maximo, SAP, etc.)Ability to provide adept leadership and support across all shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, within a 24/7 operational settingThorough understanding of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principlesProficiency in working with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)Strong background in staff development and mentorshipSkilled in root cause analysis and proficient problem-solving capabilitiesProven experience in optimizing preventive maintenance processesAccomplished in inventory management and reduction strategiesProficiency in devising strategic visions for the Maintenance departmentExceptional interpersonal and communication aptitudeA comprehensive comprehension of manufacturing operationsDemonstrated ability to exercise influence, provide effective leadership, collaborate within teams, and work independentlyProficient at engaging and interacting with stakeholders at all organizational levels.OUR VALUESOur company’s culture is guided by our shared values of Speed, Intensity, and Purpose. These values are demonstrated in the following ways based on the role within the organization.Speed: Take the initiative to promptly identify and address potential issues or opportunities. Maintain a sense of urgency in your work, completing tasks efficiently.Intensity: Remain resilient in the face of challenges and setbacks by possessing a positive attitude, persevering through obstacles, and demonstrating adaptability in your approach.Purpose: Take ownership of your responsibilities, and value the input and skillsets of your peers by working together as One PAK.ABOUT DRINKPAKDrinkPAK is the premiere manufacturer of canned beverages in North America. As producers of the largest and fastest-growing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in the world, DrinkPAK provides full-service support for procurement, batching, processing, filling, packaging, warehousing, and distribution. Founded in 2020, DrinkPAK has revolutionized canned beverage manufacturing by offering extreme capacity and format flexibility through cutting-edge technology and a commitment to the best talent in the industry. For more information, visit www.drinkpak.com.WORKING CONDITIONSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Should be able to work in environments with variable noise levels, lighting conditions and temperature variation and able to access all areas of building without limitations.The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms above the head and below the waist.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl for 10-12 hours.Be able to lift and carry up to 50lbsBASE SALARY COMPENSATION RANGE: $155k - $175K