Description
We are seeking an Asset Care & Engineering Manager to lead a team of supervisors, maintenance planners, and engineering spares clerks at our Plainfield facility, one of the largest spirits manufacturing sites in the world.
The successful candidate will own and drive the development of the maintenance competence across the site, delivering best-in-class performance in all aspects of Safety, Quality, Morale, Service, Cost, Asset Care, and Engineering.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading a group of supervisors, maintenance planners, and engineering spares clerks across 24/7 operations
- Incorporating Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), performance of tasks per the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS), and following general housekeeping guidelines
- Identifying, leading, supporting, and implementing site engineering projects
- Becoming a domain authority in Asset Care Planning related MMS topics to drive required change within the planning organization
- Developing action-driven work streams through the use of TRACC system to foster overall maintenance maturity levels
- Building the capability and engagement of Maintenance Planners to deliver exceptional weekly plans for Maintenance Craft team execution
- Supporting overall site and maintenance P&L initiatives through close collaboration with the Asset Care Director
- Building machine hierarchy and BOM for new and existing equipment
- Liaising with maintenance planning groups to other supported departments
- Leading standing meetings, including PDR and MMS workstream-related improvement sessions
- Providing information and reporting for weekly and periodic Maintenance Planning meetings
- Providing priority and approvals for maintenance requests processed within the planning group
- Leading preparation of schedules, Gantt charts, and management reports for shutdowns
- Developing planner reference systems, including a file of Planned Job Packages for recurring jobs
- Leading maintenance of crucial records and files, preparing and distributing accurate and meaningful management reports
- Proactively influencing Capital Expenditure projects and budgets through collaboration with local engineering teams
- Optimizing process flow through engineering spares, including purchasing, purchase order maintenance, receiving, and material kitting
- Developing and improving processes related to inventory levels, service, and stock keeping
The ideal candidate will have:
- A BA/BS in Management or Engineering with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a fast-paced canning/bottling plant
- A consistent record of developing a team of managers
- Knowledge of SAP, Planned Maintenance, Environmental and Quality Systems
- Strong analytical and budgeting skills
- LEAN, Six Sigma TPM, MMS, and/or Manufacturing Excellence experience
- Excellent organization skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and manage time effectively
- MMS and TRACC system experience
- Thorough working knowledge and proven expertise in all areas of high-speed canning/bottling activities
We offer a highly competitive Rewards and Benefits package, including a salary range of $100,800 to $168,000 per year, depending on experience.