Plant Maintenance Supervisor

Organization Name: Buffalo Rock Company

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Job Department: COR Plant Maintenance

Reports to: Director of Plant Maintenance

Work Schedule: Varies- Must be flexible

Job Type: Regular

FLSA Status: Exempt

Amount of Travel Required: N/A

Job Description

Summary/objective

Buffalo Rock is an award-winning Pepsi and Keurig Dr Pepper bottler founded in Birmingham, AL more than 123 years ago. Buffalo Rock manages the best beverage portfolio in the country, which includes several beloved global and regional brands. The Corporate Manufacturing Plant Maintenance Supervisor position is a key member of the Corporate Plant Maintenance Team responsible for the direct supervision of the Plant Maintenance Mechanics and exercising independent judgement and discretion in managing the maintenance of plant equipment.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Direct supervision of the Plant Maintenance Mechanics - Plans, schedules, directs and supervises work of these employees. Responsible for performance evaluations.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees.
• Responsible for the PM's program and the CMMS system.
• Executes company safety policies and procedures relating to maintenance operations.
• Trains employees on proper work methods and safety procedures.
• Provides leadership and guidance to employees in the Maintenance Department.
• Provides regular status reports to maintenance management team.
• Keeps Director of Maintenance abreast of major mechanical problems in the plant, and assists in the solution to the problems.
• Supervises inspections of equipment to comply with OSHA and other applicable regulations.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsible for the development, implementation and day to day supervision of maintenance systems, processes and documentation necessary.
• Maintains accurate records of maintenance work performed and inventory.
• Provides long term solutions and day-to-day support to all operating teams having issues with troubleshooting, problem analysis, equipment failures, etc.
• Works and cooperates with outside vendors concerning service and parts for manufacturing equipment.
• Helps select new employees for the maintenance department. These hires go through a supervised OJT program.
• Responsible for planning and scheduling for personnel and shift changes as well as maintaining vacation schedules and weekly payroll reporting.
• Assists in the planning and installation of new or modified equipment in the plant.
• FOOD SAFETY: Required to follow the Good manufacturing Program GMPs as listed in Code of Federal Regulations CFR 21 section 110. Requires participation in various Food Safety related training that Buffalo Rock utilizes. Required to report potential issues related to Food Safety.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Must exhibit a high level of ethical and moral conduct while at work or in attendance of any off-site function during work hours or after work hours while representing the Buffalo Rock Company.
• Responsible for continuous self-improvement through the knowledge and use of all Buffalo Rock provided training, either web-based, in-house, or any other provided method. Must successfully complete assigned training curriculum, including but not limited to online and/or facilitated training.
• Ensure that every reasonable precaution is taken to protect the Company from possible damage, theft, or other liabilities.
• Ensure that every reasonable precaution is taken to protect the safety of employee- partners, self, customers, Buffalo Rock property, and customer property.
• Honor and follow through on all business commitments.
• Embody Buffalo Rock's Purpose of "Building brands through legendary service and remarkable people."
• Live Buffalo Rock's Core Values:

o Committed to serving our communities.

o Customer success drives our success.

o Integrity matters.

o Obsessed with continuous improvement.

o We care for each other.

o Win the day.

Competencies

* Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

* Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

* Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

* Learning Strategies - Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

* Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems.

* Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

* Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

* Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

* Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

* Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

* Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.

* Negotiation - Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.

* Persuasion - Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.

* Service Orientation - Actively looking for ways to help people.

* Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

* Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

* Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

* Management of Personnel Resources - Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.

* Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Supervisory responsibilities

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems; making recommendations regarding changes in status.

Work environment

Working conditions will require both inside and outside. Temperature conditions will vary from extreme heat to extreme cold.

Physical demands

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.

O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33%-66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Physical Demands

Lift/Carry

Stand

C

Walk

C

Sit

F

Manually Manipulate

F

Grasp

C

Reach Outward

F

Reach Above Shoulder

F

Speak

C

Climb

O

Crawl

O

Squat or Kneel

F

Bend

F

10 lbs. or less

C

11-20 lbs.

C

21-50 lbs.

F

51-100 lbs.

O

Over 100 lbs.

O

Push/Pull

12 lbs. or less

C

13-25 lbs.

C

26-40 lbs.

F

41-100 lbs.

O

Required education and experience

• Education: High School Diploma or GED; Required
• Computer Skills: Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs including: SharePoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Experience: At least seven (7) years of experience in a multi-craft environment.

Tools and Technology

Tools:

Mobile phones, desktop/laptop computers, scanners

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic makeup, status as a protected veteran, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

Other duties

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.