Facilities Maintenance Manager **1st Shift

About the role

The Utilities Maintenance Manager is accountable for the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation, maintenance, and improvement of plant utility and facility systems.

Responsibilities

• Champion a zero-incident culture; enforce company Environmental, Safety & Health (ESH) policies, OSHA/Cal-OSHA requirements, and LOTO/arc-flash/electrical safety procedures.
• Own PSM/RMP elements for ammonia refrigeration (e.g., Management of Change, Mechanical Integrity, Process Hazard Analysis, compliance audits, incident investigations, training, emergency planning) and maintain complete, accessible documentation.
• Ensure utilities and wastewater operations meet all regulatory permits, inspections, and reporting (daily/weekly/monthly/annual). Respond to audits and drive closure of corrective actions.
• Oversee day-to-day operation, maintenance, and repair of ammonia refrigeration systems, boilers and plant steam, compressed air systems, cooling towers/chilled water, plant water, wastewater treatment, and fire systems to achieve availability, capacity, quality, and energy targets.
• Schedule and verify preventive and predictive maintenance (PM/PdM), develop procedures/SOPs, and drive root-cause analysis (RCA) to eliminate chronic failures.
• Monitor performance data (temperatures/pressures, vibration, thermography, flows, energy usage) and implement corrective actions to optimize efficiency and reliability.
• Ensure reliability of incoming utility power and plant distribution (switchgear, MCCs, transformers); plan testing, coordination studies, and maintenance with qualified resources.
• Support controls/BAS/PLC troubleshooting and standards; review and approve changes impacting utilities safety and reliability.
• Oversee building, grounds, and facility systems (HVAC/RTUs, fans, roofs, lighting, fire protection) to ensure a safe, compliant, and functional environment.
• Lead and develop a team of Utilities Maintenance Technicians, a PSM Specialist, and MRO/Stores coordination; set expectations, assign work, coach performance, and build bench strength through training and qualification programs.
• Foster engagement, ownership, and cross-training to ensure adequate coverage for a 24/7 operation.
• Administer the CMMS to plan/schedule work, manage backlog, set PM/PdM intervals, and maintain accurate asset histories and compliance records.
• Review and approve SOPs, job plans, and technical documentation for utility equipment.
• Scope, justify, plan, and execute utilities/facilities capital projects (design, submittals, commissioning, turnover) on time and on budget.
• Manage contractors, bids, and FAT/SAT; verify as-built documentation and training at handover.
• Own utilities/facilities operating budget (labor, maintenance, energy, water/chemicals) and deliver productivity, reliability, and energy savings.
• Prepare weekly/monthly performance summaries for leadership and implement Lean and reliability best practices (5S, standard work, RCA/CA, FMEA, criticality analysis).
• Lead response to utilities outages, ammonia leaks, equipment failures, and weather events; coordinate notifications, stabilization, root cause, and corrective actions.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Aseptic principles, specifically designing systems to prevent contamination from microorganisms during procedures, ensuring a sterile environment, and minimizing risk of infection.
• Strong understanding of food safety PMs and the implications on product quality.
• Proactive mindset and proven ability to implement PM programs prioritization for minimizing downtime.
• Demonstrated understanding on implementation of Total Productive Maintenance.
• Must have deep working knowledge of Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), and Asset Condition Management.
• Focused, organized, and results-oriented individual with demonstrated passion for solving problems and operational excellence.
• Ability to work effectively with clients at all levels of the organization, both autonomously and within a team.
• Understands the functionality and application of a CMMS (preferably Oracle eAM).
• Superior problem solving and analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative.
• Advanced interpersonal skills, along with the ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) and maintain credibility across all levels of the organization.

Qualifications

• Mechanical/electrical fundamentals; ability to interpret P&IDs, one-lines, and equipment schematics.
• PSM/RMP compliance (MOC, MI, PHA, audits, incident investigation).
• CMMS proficiency (planning, scheduling, KPIs); basic SCADA/BAS/PLC literacy.
• Strong troubleshooting, RCA, and preventive/predictive maintenance practices.
• Vendor/contractor management and project management skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication; ability to collaborate across Operations, EHS, Quality, and Engineering.

Benefits

• Thrive Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage, comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility.
• Virtual mental health resources, life coaching, engaging employee community groups, cash rewards for healthy habits, and fitness reimbursements.
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.
• Focused Learning and Development: Extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.
• Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program.
• Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace.
• Building a Healthy Society: Investments in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives.
• Giving Back to the Community: Allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join group service projects within our local communities.

Pay

Pay Range: $110,000 - $140,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Schedule

1st Shift - Full-time