Job Description:
Our Bolton Pet plant is seeking a Maintenance Manager—an accomplished leader with over 15 years of experience in manufacturing environments, including more than 5 years managing maintenance teams and 10 years in hands-on technical roles. This individual is recognized for strong technical aptitude, a proven ability to engage and develop employees, and a results-driven approach to achieving maintenance and production excellence.
Managerial / leadership experience with proven results in driving team performance and operational excellence.
Strong and demonstrated technical aptitude within a manufacturing environment.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing maintenance teams, with 10+ years of hands-on technical experience in production settings.
Required competencies include the ability to engage and motivate teams, develop employees, and maintain a results-oriented focus.
Experience in a maintenance-oriented technical role, overseeing equipment reliability and process optimization.
Responsible for managing a team of 17 direct reports.
Background in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, or qualifications as a Millwright or licensed Electrical Maintenance professional.
Directly Manage all aspects of a team of Shift based Mechanics and Electricians and be able to direct and collaborate maintenance leaders and other support staff.
Organize and lead reactive, corrective, and preventative maintenance of factory equipment.
Responsible for all aspects of safety and food safety for plant Maintenance activities.
Manage maintenance related escalations from various functions to maintain a high level of customer service. (Operations, Safety, Quality)
Work closely with broader team to ensure plant PM activities are in good standing.
Lead MSE activities in the factory and with central teams. Ownership of BDE (breakdown elimination pillar within MSE)
Drive loss elimination in support of optimizing production line efficiencies using data from site CMMS and data collection systems.
Develop the skills and knowledge of the technical team in accordance with the needs of the factory.
Develop and manage ways of working with key stake holders.
Lead maintenance projects and activities (safety/food safety/efficiency) aimed at the development and improvement of the factory.
Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
Total Rewards:
Medical, vision & dental- Starts day one!
4 weeks of Vacation time
Tuition reimbursement
Short/Long Term disability
Annual Merit Increases
Annual Bonus
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