Assist the Maintenance Manager and supervise Maintenance Mechanics/Technicians to ensure an efficient and safe maintenance operation. 

• Is responsible for department shift schedules and attendance. Ensure needed maintenance coverage for plant equipment in all departments.
• Work with Maintenance Manager on pass down issues. Assign daily jobs and work orders at direction of Manager.
• Inspect plant facilities and equipment daily. Inspect jobs in process and at completion to ensure standards of workmanship and safety are maintained.
• Assist Maintenance Manager with all utilities of the plant and maintain in good working order.
• Ensure maintenance staff has a good understanding of work practices and procedures.
• Assist Maintenance Manager with maintaining and ordering repair and maintenance parts, supplies, tools, and equipment.
• Assist the Maintenance Manager and actively support, monitor, and implement effective preventive maintenance programs to minimize unscheduled downtime, adjusting as needed.
• Ensure safe work practices and a safe work environment in plant and shop areas.
• Complete and maintain record keeping in SAP.
• Assist Maintenance Manager to provide Maintenance Mechanics with the necessary training on existing and new equipment.
• Work with Maintenance Manager to resolve equipment breakdown issues.
• Manage / Support Department GMP, USDA, Safety and PSM systems.
• Assist the Maintenance Manager on capital and special projects.
• Work with Purchasing/Buyer to ensure an adequate inventory of spare parts and equipment.
• Demonstrate ability to work unsupervised and make competent decisions when the Maintenance Manager is not available.

• Help implement CI Programs to include Lean, Kaizen, 5S, and Leader Standard Work. Suggest and design process improvements and safety improvements.

• Attend required training, including but not limited to GMP’s, HAACP, SQF, Safety, etc.

• Follow all DFA GMP’s and work in a manner consistent with all corporate and regulatory, food safety, quality and sanitation requirements.
• Work with contracting personnel to maintain a reliable and efficient operation.

• Due to the nature of the job, this individual will be required for some on call and weekend work.

• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required.  Other duties may be assigned as required.

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