Assistant Maintenance Manager

The Assistant Maintenance Manager leverages the Maintenance Department by managing specific accountabilities to support production operations. The responsibilities of the Assistant Maintenance Manager support daily production operations in the areas of asset management, inventory management, and PM program management.

Specific Accountabilities

• Support the Production team by working in a safe, customer-focused manner; and must be highly self-motivated and customer-centric utilizing High Liner Operating System to manage the business.
• Develop and design innovative solutions to difficult problems, manage outside contractors and be on call for emergencies.
• Handle multiple internal and externally sponsored projects and daily activities, manage to and meet deadlines, and develop & track plans on how to accomplish Facilities and Maintenance objectives.
• Mentor all facilities associates by motivating and providing direction to help them achieve their developmental goals and make a consistent effort to go above and beyond.
• Work with Maintenance Manager & Finance team to develop, set and track budgets.
• Assist management team with capital spending plans, facilitate cross-functional project planning and verify project completion
• Manages work orders in the system, ensure proper creation, planning, update, and closure of work orders.
• Measure and publish facility KPI metrics to the management team, interpret data, present findings, and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance/facilities programs and good working relationships with operations leadership.
• Responsible for daily management of assets, work planning, and spare part inventory.
• Manage spare parts inventory, assist management, with work plans and auditing as required.

Positions Specifications

• 10 years' experience in a maintenance environment, preferably food manufacturing environment
• Previous supervisor experience in a team-oriented work environment
• Previous experience a maintenance planner/scheduler working within an industrial maintenance complex, manufacturing/distribution industry, or related field
• Previous data analysis experience in the facilities maintenance program, specifically in asset management and spare part optimization.
• Bachelor's Degree in technical discipline, operations, business administration, or related field
• Experienced in the use of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Knowledgeable in Food Safety requirements and procedures
• Knowledgeable of OSHA and EPA regulations
• Knowledge of related maintenance principles, including but not limited to:
• Fluid Power
• Industrial Electric Power
• PLC Controls
• Building Construction & Design
• Familiarity with public utility services & contract
• Wastewater Treatment & Waste Management

Environment

Allergens found inside the plant include fish, shellfish, nuts, eggs, wheat, soy, milk and coconut.

This is a Managerial position that reports to the Maintenance Manager in Newport News, Virginia. The major internal customers that this position services are the Production Department, QA, Sanitation, R&D, Office Administration, and Distribution & Logistics. The major services provided to the internal customers are inspection, modification, & repair of food processing equipment, buildings & grounds, and handling support equipment to maintain production operations.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

What's in it for you?

Join High Liner Foods for a career where you shape your path, backed by great benefits, flexible work, and a culture of diversity, innovation, and sustainability. Immerse yourself in opportunities to make a real impact and grow with us in our mission to nourish lives. Start your adventure where endless possibilities to thrive together await.

• Competitive Salary
• Heath, dental & vision coverage
• Pay for performance incentives
• Employee & Family assistance programs
• Wellness Programs
• Retirement Planning
• Supplemental Parental Leaves
• Disability Support
• Family friendly Flex policies & Summer hours
• Volunteer hours
• Learning and mentorship opportunities
• Safety focused work environment

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Current employees please note: this position is referral bonus eligible! See our policy for more details.

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