Processing Maintenance Manager - Days

Summary

As a Processing Maintenance Manager, you will lead and oversee the maintenance activities for our processing operation. This role requires a strong background in manufacturing maintenance, exceptional leadership skills, and a commitment to ensuring the reliability and efficiency of processing equipment. The Maintenance Manager will manage a team of maintenance technicians, oversee preventive maintenance programs, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of maintenance technicians, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance and a collaborative working environment
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of processing equipment, including motors, pumps, valves, presses, separators, and other machinery, to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime
• Supervise, organize, and enhance the preventive maintenance programs to proactively address equipment issues and reduce unplanned downtime
• Lead troubleshooting efforts to identify and address equipment malfunctions, collaborating with the maintenance team and other relevant departments
• Ensure that maintenance activities follow safety regulations and company policies. Conduct safety audits and implement corrective actions as needed
• Develop and regulate the processing maintenance budget, including forecasting, cost control, and justification of capital expenditures for equipment upgrades or replacements
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment manuals, and maintenance schedules
• Find opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction in maintenance activities. Implement and foster continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide training and development opportunities for maintenance personnel to enhance technical skills and promote a culture of continuous learning
• Follow Chobani safety procedures
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Maintenance/Industrial Technology or Industrial, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 5-7 years supervisory experience working in a fast pace, 24/7/365 manufacturing environment
• Validated experience in manufacturing maintenance, with a focus on processing equipment
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to maintenance challenges.
• Proficiency in using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and other relevant software

About Us

Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all.  In support of this mission, we are a values-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and have been since Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S., founded the company in 2005.  We produce yogurt, oatmilk, dairy- and plant-based creamers, ready-to-drink coffee and plant-based probiotic drinks. Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, and it’s made with only natural ingredients without artificial preservatives.

Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world – putting humanity first in everything we do. Our philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to our communities and beyond: working to eradicate child hunger, supporting immigrants, refugees and underrepresented people, honoring veterans, and protecting the planet. We manufacture our products in New York, Idaho, and Australia. Chobani products are available throughout North America and distributed in Australia and other select markets. For more information, please visit www.chobani.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Chobani is an equal opportunity employer.  Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws.
 

 Compensation Range: $97,600.00 - $146,400.00, plus bonus.