Manager Plant Maintenance - EF

The RoleThis position will report to the: Director - Plant -EFTravel Requirement: 25%Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CAFLSA Status: ExemptShift: 1st Shift (Support all 3 Shifts)Employment Category: Full Time RegularPay Range: $90,000k - 150,000k Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Evolution Fresh and our joint venture with Sambazon. Bolthouse Farms is the preeminent provider of chilled juice, smoothies, and protein drinks. Evolution Fresh - is the premier, cold-pressed juice brand and maker of the new Real Fruit Soda. Through our integrated partnership with Sambazon we produce and sell their high-quality Açaí beverages.Formerly known as Bolthouse Farms – Generous Brands was born out of the independence from its carrot operations and is poised to be the “World’s Largest Beverage Start-Up.”Currently we have 1000 employees located across the country at our hubs/facilities in Bakersfield, CA, Rancho Cucamonga, CA & Chicago, IL.You can connect with our brands on their socials - Generous Brands ( LinkedIn , Instagram and TikTok ) and Evolution Fresh ( LinkedIn , Instagram and TikTok ). Responsibilities WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE This job contributes to Evolution Fresh success by supervising day-to-day operations in quality assurance to support Evolution Fresh roasting plant business objectives.Job DutiesLeadership – Setting goals for the work group, developing organizational capability, and modeling how we work together:Identifies and communicates key responsibilities and practices to ensure the immediate team of direct reports promotes a successful attitude, confidence in leadership, and teamwork to achieve business resultsSupports the implementation of company programs to ensure the success of the CompanyPlanning and Execution – Developing strategic and operational plans for the work group, managing execution, and measuring results:Plans and manages business unit and department processes and practices to ensure that programs are aligned with company business goals and objectivesPrepares, communicates, and educates client groups and team on changes in policies and practices within the organizationBusiness Requirements – Providing functional expertise and executing functional responsibilities:Anticipates, recognizes, and assesses situations quickly and organizes resources to take appropriate actionCollaborates with engineers, suppliers, contracts, and plant members to ensure customer needs are metControls operating costs within budgetsDevelops and maintains plant preventive maintenance programsEnsures compliance with government regulatory agenciesLeads efforts to upgrade facility for efficiency, safety, and reliabilityLeads projects involving installation, modification, or renovation of equipmentManages repairs and supplies, purchases, and budgetsResponsible for the management and/or implementation of food safety, legality, and quality programsMember Development & Team Building – Providing team members with coaching, feedback, and developmental opportunities and building effective teams:Challenges and inspires team members to achieve business resultsConducts and ensures the completion of performance reviewsEnsures team members adhere to legal and operational compliance requirementsOversees training and development of team members directly and indirectly managed and makes effective staffing decisionsProvides coaching, direction, and leadership support to team members to achieve business, and customer results What We’re Looking ForREQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Team-building skillsAbility to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writingAbility to solve complex problems and follow through to solutionAbility to provide leadership with the ability to coach and mentor team membersApply analytical and quantitatively skillsAbility to build relationshipsProficient in safety proceduresFamiliar with American Institute of Baking (AIB), Good Manufacturing Practices (GAP), and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) standardsFamiliarity with food safety regulatory requirements and global standards including Preventive Controls for Human Food (21 CFR 117) and the Global Food Safety Initiative (GSFI). Experience with BRC or SQF certification schemes.Demonstrated ability to build, support, and drive a Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program, including autonomous maintenance, planned maintenance, focused improvement, and early equipment managementWorking knowledge of reliability practices, including predictive maintenance (vibration, thermography, oil analysis), root cause failure analysis, and CMMS utilizationStays on top of automation and autonomous technology trends (robotics, Industry 4.0, IIoT, condition monitoring) and evaluates their application to plant operationsProven people leader with experience in performance management: setting expectations, coaching, delivering candid feedback, and holding team members accountableAbility to cultivate and foster an inclusive, positive, and engaged work environment and cultureData-driven approach to managing maintenance KPIs such as OEE, MTBF, MTTR, PM compliance, and planned vs. unplanned downtime Minimum QualificationsLeadership CompetenciesSetting direction by establishing and communicating a compelling and inspired vision that creates a competitive winning strategies and plans, ensures department strategies are aligned with company strategies.Willing to take a managed risk to drive with the business forwardAble to create the environment and develop a positive, respectful, productive, and professional work environmentEstablish positive connections with others to facilitate the attainment of business resultsDevelop competencies of both self and othersUnderstand and effectively leverage the organization to accomplish business and unit goalsConsistently exceed goals for not only self, but internal and external customersCore CompetenciesAbility to deliver legendary service that mees and exceeds all customers’ expectationAdhere to Generous Brands and Evolution Fresh values, beliefs, and principles during good and bad timesAbility to maintain composure and remain professionalResult oriented Physical Demands & Environmental HazardsMust be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.Must be able to work in environmental exposure including, but not limited to, freezer and noisy, cold, wet, or humid conditions of 34°F or below.Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic, and/or caustic chemicals.Occasional material exposure to moving mechanical parts and equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.). Preferred QualificationsExperience in developing and leading plant-specific quality, customer service and cost optimization programs.Consumer products or food company and plant experience, either technical or production.Managing and developing others.Managing budgets.TPM, Lean, or Six Sigma certification; Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) a plus. What We OfferOur rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.MedicalDentalVisionGroup Life and AD&DVoluntary Life and AD&DGroup Short-Term DisabilityGroup Long-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending AccountsEmployee Assistance Program401(k)Paid Time Off EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as need, to assist them in performing essential job functions. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Generous Brands and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: TalentAcquisition@bolthouse.com for additional support and guidance. Recruitment AgenciesGenerous Brands does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Generous Brands is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.