Senior Plant Maintenance Manager

Location: Ontario, CA, US, 91761 Position Summary Support production of continuous high‑quality sellable products which includes planning, organizing, directing, coordination, and supervision of all maintenance departments. Maintain assets via maintenance programs, work order programs, departmental scheduling, spare part purchasing, storage, and utilization. Provide budgetary planning to ensure optimum product production. Support all departments in meeting established goals in the areas of safety, quality, service, and financials. Major Duties and Responsibilities Plan, organize, direct, coordinate, and supervise all maintenance department activities within the facility and surrounding grounds. Repair and maintain plant facilities and equipment within the operating budget to ensure optimum product production. Maintain safe operations and maintenance of all utility systems including steam generation and distribution, ammonia refrigeration, compressed air, wastewater treatment, and auxiliaries. Care for facility components and surrounding grounds. Ensure continuation of preventive maintenance and work order programs for production and building equipment and/or assets. Lead continuous improvement activities in areas of responsibility. Coordinate projects and activities with outside contractors, state and local governmental agencies, inspectors, and vendors. Document environmental compliance for PSM, EPA, storm water, wastewater, sludge removal, chemical storage, and all waste streams. Handle asset utilization, additions, and augmentations; conduct systems evaluations, capital improvement planning, and author requests for expenditures. Direct maintenance supervisors in daily enforcement of company policies and procedures in safety, GMPs, regulatory compliance, and employee relations. Evaluate and implement necessary training for maintenance employees. Lead recruiting, onboarding, and training activities for new technicians and maintenance staff. Ensure adherence to food safety policies, procedures, and regulatory criteria including SQF, GMPs, and FSMA preventive controls. Other duties as assigned. Travel may be required. Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience is required. 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment with increasing levels of managerial responsibility. CMMS/EAM, MRO & budget management experience required. Experience leading root cause analysis and breakdown elimination programs is required. Familiarity with ammonia/PSM, wastewater, and generator/boiler systems is required. Ability to work efficiently cross‑functionally is required. Ability to travel 5%. Assisting with capital projects is preferred. Experience managing a unionized department is desired. Knowledge and experience with welding of alloys, TIG/MIG welding, power transmission, hydraulics, pneumatics, HVAC, electrical systems, PLC, VFD, and related fields is highly preferred. High‑speed food and beverage manufacturing experience strongly desired. Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of food grade materials for manufacturing components for food processing and/or manufacturing equipment. Excellent computer skills in up‑to‑date software programs for reports and technical documentation. Experience with CAD programs for modifying production blueprints of specialized equipment. Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills. Demonstrated leadership and management skills. Why Join Us Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision coverage beginning on the 1st day for eligible employees. Profit sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligibility criteria are met). Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays. Employee appreciation events and employee assistance programs. Salary base range of $130,874.00 – $171,772.65. Annual bonus (based on incentive program terms and conditions). Physical Demands: All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform required tasks and typically require, at a minimum, intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required. Please see the job description for specific requirements. Typical shifts are 8‑12 hours per day. Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required. Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by company policy and/or legal requirements. In addition, certain jobs may require employees to: Work outside and/or in adverse temperatures which could include extreme heat, cold, and humidity. Be exposed to vibrations, chemicals used in operations, fumes, and food allergens (may include soy, dairy, and other allergens). Be required to work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet. Diversity & Inclusion Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values. We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace. Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ventura Foods