Assistant Facility Engineer

Responsibilities

• Help manage the engineering needs of the bakery and the hourly engineering staff.
• Supervision of maintenance and installation of all plant equipment and facilities.
• Assure equipment reliability to maximize production lines productivity.
• Supervise, coach, train, lead and motivate mechanics to meet planned objectives and respond effectively to emergencies.
• Build staff capability by effectively monitoring and providing performance feedback to direct reports.
• Communicate status of shift to following shift and others who require the information.
• Identify equipment and facility deficiencies and ensure the initiation of corrective action.
• Assess mechanics technical and troubleshooting skills.
• Provide training and counseling as needed to assist mechanics in meeting performance standards.
• Partner with plant peers to ensure the plants equipment meet regulatory requirements for cleanliness and product safety.
• Maintain P&L responsibility over maintenance cost centers, repair and maintenance, maintenance labor, utilities and capital improvement plans.
• Oversee preventative maintenance compliance and effectiveness.
• Develop, monitor, and ensure timely completion of short- and long-term goals and action plans.
• Aid in making operational improvements to reduce costs and to increase productivity.
• Develop and maintain part inventory.
• Interface with vendors, manufacturers and field service personnel.
• Utilize new technology and lean manufacturing principals and processes to maximize efficiency.
• Provide day-to-day operational leadership to mechanics and all associated personnel.
• Develop, evaluate, train, and mentor employees.
• Ensure the adherence of safety policies, practices, and procedures.
• Ensure production of quality product in compliance of federal and state guidelines.
• Ensure all regulatory compliance as applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience in food processing and manufacturing environments preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.