Maintenance Supervisor

Sr. Maintenance SupervisorAt Ghirardelli, we honor tradition and drive innovation, aiming to be the top choice for premium chocolate. Our commitment to Making Life A Bite Better inspires both our products and the way we do business. We support personal and professional growth, recognizing that each employee's contribution directly impacts Ghirardelli's growth and success. Join our dynamic team and help shape Ghirardelli's future.The Sr. Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for helping to direct and coordinate the Maintenance Department to maintain, improve, and build the manufacturing infrastructure. The Maintenance Department's purpose is to Deliver Great Performance by driving world class equipment reliability.Essential Functions:Support, develop and manage performance of team. Create an inclusive environment that embraces our values and purpose.Foster a safe working environment, act as a leader in safetyAssist in setting direction, developing and coaching Maintenance teamProvide on-going training to increase individual skill levelControl maintenance department budget for responsible areasProvide leadership to the process improvement team by supporting the Preventive/Predictive Maintenance process and participating in other Continuous Improvement initiatives as neededResponsible for maintenance and operation of utility systems on shift, incl. refrigeration, steam generation, compressed air, etc.Assist Operations group in meeting / exceeding production goals by increasing machinery efficiencyDrive and improve plant work order systemDrive and improve formal P.M. program to ensure machine dependabilityDrive and improve the spare parts inventory programMinimum Education and Experience:BS/A Degree in Engineering and a minimum 5 years of related experience and/or training; or 10 years of related experience in lieu of degreeStrong foundations in maintenance philosophy and approach, such as Reliability EngineeringAbility to effectively collaborate on all levels, functions, and departmentsExperience with maintenance in large factory, +5MM Maintenance expense budgetExperience maintaining factory utility systemsFood or pharmaceutical background preferred; Chocolate experience desiredPossess knowledge about EHSS (environmental, health, safety, security) requirements in a food production plantAbility to work effectively in a Union environmentComputer literacy in MS Office and CMMSStrong analytical and problem solving abilitiesStrong leadership capabilitiesAbility to work extended hours, which may include weekends and/or different shifts as needed.Clear oral and written presentation skillsOther Job Requirements:Must be able to work seated or standing for at least 8 hoursMust be able to lift a minimum of 35 lbsOccasional travel may be requiredMust be able to concentrate for extended periods of time paying close attention to detailRegular office environment 50%In support of the maintenance team, working in the field is required 50%Conditions in the field include:Ability to climb stairs and ladders; must be able to work from heightsExposure to vibration, moving mechanical parts and loud noiseCapable of using protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses/goggles, safety shoes, hearing protection, air masks, respirators, etc. in the performance of job dutiesAbility to work in extreme temperatures and will be exposed to heat, cold, wind, rain, dust, confined spaces, elevated areas, dirt, ash particles and fuel particlesMust be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditionsMust be able to kneel, bend, crouch and climb as requiredSalary: $93873 to $122057 / year