Senior Maintenance Manager

Job Overview:

Relocation Assistance Eligible*

Senior Maintenance Manager

The Senior Maintenance Manager is responsible for the overall performance and operating results of the Maintenance Department the Victorville, CA manufacturing site.

This position provides leadership of the site Maintenance team with direct reports including Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Supervisors, mechanical/electrical technicians, clerks and coordinators.

The Sr. Maintenance Manager is responsible for the strategy & execution and improving asset reliability, uptime and capital expenditure (CAPEX) throughout the plant by implementing proven Professional Maintenance and reliability improvement processes. This position ensures responsive and proactive maintenance support to all plant partners by implementing sound work management processes.

The Sr Maintenance Manager is accountable for the department budget, professional and technical development of staff, and achieving maintenance and production metrics. This position is responsible to seek methods to reduce utilities consumption, material waste, and protect the environment. It is essential in this role to collaborate with site leadership to establish, and lead processes that achieve high standards of safety, quality, productivity, cost control, and high employee engagement.

What you will do:

• Assumes a shared role as a safety champion that inspires team members to embrace and be accountable for personal safety. Ensure a safe and orderly working environment, free of slip/trip hazards; maintain compliance to meet/exceed all site and regulatory requirements.
• Defines and executes department goals supporting Total Productive Manufacturing (TPM) objectives, including the development and implementation of strategies, processes, and programs. Measures and reports on performance and holds team accountable for achieving goals.
• Oversees and supports the professional development of the maintenance& engineering teammembers; motivates, coaches and develops a diverse, high performing and engaged team to meet established goals and build organizational capability.
• Responsible for development, implementation and analysis of working methodologies in order to improve factory efficiency and reliability, increasing asset utilization, and reducing cost.
• Champions, drives and measures improvement initiatives to reduce equipment downtime, improve equipment availability, and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), through establishment of predictive maintenance program.
• Effectively communicates change by championing within the site and network, prompting questions and promoting team-based behavior. Uses active listening and facilitation skills to ensure understanding and engage problem solving.
• Manages stockroom operation that provides repair parts for critical process equipment, as well as necessary consumables for the plant.
• IntegrateLean Manufacturing and TPM concepts into department operations, and utilize analysis tools to measure breakdown losses and other improvement tools.
• Leverages Lean, 5S, and TPM principals to drive process improvement across all aspects of manufacturing including safety, quality and productivity. Identify, recommend and execute continuous improvement initiatives in the production operation including process, machinery, method and material changes, in support of plant goals. TPM pillar owner for the site focused on AM and PM
• Responsible for maintaining yearly maintenance budget.
• Responsible to report food safety, quality and regulatory compliance to plant or division personnel with authority to initiate action.
• Performs other duties as requested by management.
• Follows all Keurig Dr Pepper policies and procedures and ensures team compliance to all company and regulatory policies.

Ensure high performance results of your team by:

• Fostering a culture of trust and wellbeing that prioritizes the team and values employee contributions
• Driving a shared vision with clear goals and accountability, supported by regular conversations to maximize talent
• Embracing diverse perspectives to foster innovation, learning from both successes and failures
• Establishing a safe environment where team members are motivated, heard, and aligned with clear expectations

Keys to success in this role include skills, knowledge and behaviors in the following areas:

• Confidence, integrity and an autonomous mindset with the ability to work independently and strive to win, even in challenging environments.
• Ability to comprehend and follow work instructions.
• Team-player attitude with well-developed interpersonal skills and comfort in a cross-functional, multi-cultural environment.
• Mechanical orientation with the ability to solve problems and implement change.
• Strong communication and writing skills and ability to conduct root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Total Rewards:

• Salary Range: $130,700 - $180,000
• Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors
• Benefits, subject to election and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement
• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility
• Benefits eligible Day 1!
• Relocation Assitance Eligible*

Requirements:

• H.S. Diploma Required, Bachelor Degree in a related field preferred
• Must have a minimum of 2 years'manageriallevel experience in a manufacturing environment, preferablyin themaintenance andfood / beverage industry
• Experience withlean manufacturing, pull and visual systems and clear understanding of TPM and use of tools and data for problem solving, decision making and continuous improvement required

Company Overview:

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be anemployer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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