Maintenance Leader (Days) (Finance)

Job Level:
Business Operations-B5

Job Description:

Maintenance Leader serves as a technical resource and leads a maintenance team for their assigned department and/or shift to ensure plant equipment is properly maintained by skilled, cross-functional technicians.

Responsible for leading a team which supports the site, consistently meeting or exceeding safety, quality, environmental, regulatory, financial, and product supply goals.

Responsible for leading maintenance associates to eliminate all causes of failure to ensure full useful life in coordination with daily autonomous maintenance completed by operating personnel. Leads activities of workers engaged in repair, maintenance, installation of machines, tools, and equipment.

Provides technical and problem solving support for the plant and maintenance crews. Supports and executes plant specific maintenance strategies to achieve plants key performance goals for overall maintenance performance. Inspects operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards.

What Are We Looking For?

Shift: 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM
(However, candidates should be flexible and willing to work other shifts as needed.This role involves leading a team of maintenance technicians who are scheduled to work around the clock, 24/7. The primary responsibility is to ensure the continuous maintenance of our packaging equipment, ensuring optimal performance at all times.)

Minimum Qualifications:

• An Associate's degree in a technical-related discipline, or more than 10 years of relevant experience in a technical field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.

Knowledge/Experience:

• 5-8 years of recent experience in a progressive technical leadership role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proven experience operating within a formalized Continuous Improvement Environment, such as Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) or Lean Manufacturing methodologies.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Team Leadership: Supervise a dedicated maintenance team, ensuring effective execution of equipment breakdown repairs, preventative maintenance, and associated systems. This includes direct management of maintenance costs to stay within budgetary constraints.
• Safety and Compliance: Ensure that all maintenance assignments are carried out in a safe manner, adhering to safety regulations and operational standards. Troubleshoot plant and equipment issues while directly supervising maintenance staff to maintain compliance.
• Preventative Maintenance Management: Set up and maintain Preventative Maintenance (PM) systems, including inspection routines and inventory control. Schedule jobs effectively and provide staff training to enhance team capabilities. Identify and implement plant improvement plans focused on efficiency and yield.
• Cost Control: Manage maintenance expenditures in a cost-effective manner, ensuring alignment with the site budget for repairs, resources, direct labor, and overtime. This includes monitoring costs and making adjustments as necessary to meet financial goals.
• Project Management: Lead projects aimed at asset improvement, safety enhancements, and equipment reliability. Utilize process and project engineering skills to ensure successful project execution and completion.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and pursue continuous improvement opportunities to reduce manufacturing costs in production areas. Implement strategies that enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Planned Maintenance Leadership: Oversee the Planned Maintenance (PM) function within the department by developing and managing PM implementation plans that align with overall plant performance goals.
• Machinery Overhaul and Modernization: Manage the overhaul, modernization, and construction of a diverse range of machinery and parts. Ensure that modifications and improvements are cost-effective and enhance operational capabilities.
• Budget Monitoring: Monitor and assist in the development of the annual capital project forecast, maintenance, and repair budgets. Ensure that all work is completed within budgetary limits and meets financial objectives.

What Can You Expect from Mars?

• Collaborate with a diverse and talented team of Associates, all guided by the Five Principles of Mars.
• Join a purpose-driven company that is committed to building a sustainable future and making a positive impact on the world.
• Access best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including resources from our in-house Mars University to enhance your skills and career growth.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a company bonus and other incentives designed to reward your contributions.

Skills:

Equipment Utilization, Health and Safety, Planning and Organizing, Policy and Procedures, Review and Reporting, Verbal Communication, Writing Skills

Competencies:
Communicates Effectively, Drives Results, Ensures Accountability, Manages Complexity, Optimizes Work Processes, Plans and Aligns

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.The total compensation package for this position mayalso include other elements, if eligible, including variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Eligibility for these additional elements depend on the position offeredand the employee's work schedule (i.e., part-time schedule, store associate). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.
USD 90,170.00 - USD 123,986.00