Manufacturing Maintenance Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

Delicious Food and Meaningful CareersAt the heart of our company is a deep passion for creating fresh, healthy, and artisan-quality food that brings people together. We honor the craft of artisan cooking using scratch-made stocks, hand-chopped herbs, and only the highest-quality ingredients complemented by cutting-edge technology. This allows us to deliver consistently safe, exceptional products on a large scale.But it?s not just about the food. Our culture is built on principles that shape how we grow, both as individuals and as a team. One of our core values, Honoring Development, guides us to actively seek out, celebrate, and nurture one another?s talents, strengths, and interests. By fostering each other?s growth, we strengthen our relationships and capabilities, driving both personal and professional success.We also believe in Honoring Each Other. We surround ourselves with passionate people who share our love for great food. Through mutual respect and collaboration, we create an environment where employees are empowered to thrive, building trusting, and rewarding relationships with our clients, partners, and one another.If you're looking for a place where your skills, passion, and ideas can flourish, we invite you to explore the opportunities available within our dynamic and supportive team. Job Summary Relocation Available !!Shift Details:   Wed - Sat, 11:00 am to 9:00 pm ESTOversees the day-to-day operations of the maintenance department. Evaluates systems or facilities to determine maintenance or repairs that need to be performed. Assesses production equipment to plan work assignments and project schedules. Develops maintenance procedures and schedules. Provides technical support to the production equipment, plant equipment, utility equipment, and overall mechanical integrity of the building. Duties and Responsibilities Provides strong safety leadership and ensures that employee safety is the primary objective of the maintenanceEnsures compliance with all safetyModels safe behaviors and personal workEnsures maintenance personnel stays current with all requiredProvides feedback to direct reports through coaching, mid-year, and year-endManages department vacation schedules to ensure adequateReviews and approves timecards for theEnsures work scheduled is finished in a timelyEnsures trouble calls are resolved in a timelyEnsures quality standards for maintenance work areProvides support in the hiring process for the staff in the maintenanceEvaluates the department’s training needs and assist in theProvides direction in the prioritization of plannedEnsures adherence to the work orderParticipates in Daily Direction Setting and other meetings asThrives in a challenging entrepreneurial atmosphere, open to change and creatingWillingness to be on-call for support of theWorks with all people and equipment across the shift to lead theInterfaces with multiple functions with the plant, as well as WHQ Engineering, Process Safety, Product Development, Reliability, and network teamsEnsures operational standards are executed withEnsures the proper application of the CMMS system to record preventive maintenance and repairs in the productionCreates, schedules, implements, and manages a preventive maintenance program for production machinery andEvaluates jobs in the process and on completion to ensure products meet safety and work qualityProcures materials, supplies, and repairs parts to maintain inventory asWork with the Maintenance Manager to suggest, plan, and oversee equipment needs and acquisition to maximize production efficiency and returnOversees and plans the layout of electrical and mechanical equipment; recommends and implements modifications toPerforms other related duties as assigned Required Skills Excellent coaching skillsStrong communication skills, both oral andSkilled problem solverHigh level of personal initiative, self-driven, action and result orientedExcellent interpersonal skills, team player, generates enthusiasm, builds effective working relationships at all levelsExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to identify issues and determine repairs that are neededAbility to plan maintenance schedules for building systemsExcellent management and supervisory skillsProficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar softwareThorough understanding of OSHA and EPA regulations as they pertain to plant operation and maintenanceAbility to understand and operate the systems and equipment used at the facilityAbility to perform and analyze various system checksAbility to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriateQualifications and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalentFood manufacturing maintenance and engineering experience preferredComputer skills – working knowledge of SAP, and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)Operations experience with a strong understanding of various plant functionsStrong drive and initiative to make improvements in a variety of areas with a minimum of supervisionStrong commitment to personal development and growthStrong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills - relies on facts and dataStrong interpersonal and communication (both written and verbal) skillsGood planning, prioritizing, organization, and multiple prioritizing skillsDemonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues  Desired Skills Ability to manage the performance of othersAbility to train employeesAbility to prioritize and follow through to achieve resultsHigh level of personal initiative, self-driven, action, and results orientedThrives in a challenging, entrepreneurial atmosphere; open to change and creating changeStrong communication skills, both oral and writtenExcellent interpersonal skills, team player, generates enthusiasm, builds effective working relationships at all levelsSelf-starter able to conceptualize and drive initiatives forwardPositive attitude and motivation by contributing to the overall success of the teamAble to develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholdersCreative problem-solving skillsObsessive attention to detail, well organized, and able to juggle many projects at onceComfortable moving at a fast pace and in ambiguousPassionate about foodWilling to address difficult situations head on with patience and respect Responsibility Works with little supervision, but work is reviewed. Exercises discretion within areas of responsibilityRecommends actions and alternatives to supervisor and othersPosition has little to no contact with customersPosition makes an indirect contribution to efforts that generate moderate levels of revenueDecisions or actions may have a moderate impact on other departments and/or external relationships of the organization. Errors are usually detected after the fact and may result in moderate interruption and delays in work output Working Conditions The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Maintenance Supervisor encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Physical Demands/EffortsMust be willing to work all shifts, weekends, and someExtensive walking Work requires occasional physical exertion, including some lifting of objects weighing up to 50Mental & Visual DemandsWork performed in this position requires moderate concentration to effectively execute moderately complex situationsWork occasionally requires some degree of visual effortWork Environment and HazardsEmployee works in a manufacturing setting with some exposure to heat, cold, dust, or other factors The position has some exposure to hazards that might cause minor injuryLess than 25% travel is required for this Travel would be to other sites via airplaneMay need to work weekends or overtime as needed  Physical Demands/Efforts Must be able to traverse property and facility to diagnose building issues and plan repairs orMust be physically able to perform repairs when neededProlonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computerMust be able to lift 50 pounds at a time Americans with Disabilities Act Kettle Cuisine complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws. This means we will not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability in any phase of the employment relationship including application for employment, hiring, promotions and/or advancement opportunities, termination, compensation, training and any other conditions or privileges of employment. Core Values Kettle Cuisine takes the utmost pride in its people, products and reputation. Each employee is expected to understand and live our Core Values every day. Honor Food We create and produce the best tasting, safest, all natural recipes that strive for perfection in every batch, from bench to kettle Honor Each Other We seek to develop trusting, respectful and mutually rewarding relationships with all our team members and business partners Honor Development We recognize and nurture each other?s talents, strengths and interests in order to further strengthen and grow our team Honor Innovation We continually strive for creative and sustainable ways to achieve excellence Pay Range for Manufacturing Maintenance Supervisor The Manufacturing Maintenance Supervisor base pay range $85,000 - 95,000 USD/annually. The listed salary range represents Kettle Cuisine?s good faith estimate for this position and represents the minimum and maximum for new hire salaries for the Savage, MD location only. Ranges will be reviewed on a regular basis. An employee?s rate of pay within the range is determined by their qualifications, relevant experience, and demonstrated performance over time. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future and continued salary growth. The Manufacturing Maintenance Supervisor position is eligible for our comprehensive benefits package and is eligible for the annual discretionary bonus program up to 10%. Kettle Cuisine and all its legal entities comply with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.