Maintenance Manager

Description

Maintenance Manager

The Maintenance Manager responsibility will include the supervision of 26 maintenance technicians that cover 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift as well as three Maintenance Supervisors, and will be responsible for day to day activities of directing, controlling and coordinating all phases of the Maintenance Department. This includes supporting plant facilities and equipment maintenance to produce quality products in an efficient and profitable manner; troubleshooting as well as all maintenance and repairs of equipment; Preventative/Predictive Maintenance Plans; managing the supply room; leading, developing, and training staff members; providing a team environment; working closely with other disciplines in providing world class manufacturing; assuring equipment reliability to maximize production line productivity; implementing process enhancements to improve package and flavor changeover efficiency; utilizing visual factory concepts to maximize asset utilization and plant performance; tracking standard manufacturing and warehouse measures and prioritizing plant maintenance opportunities; maintaining P&L responsibility over maintenance cost centers, repair and maintenance, maintenance labor, utilities and capital improvement plans.

Join the team at Dr Pepper Snapple Group and make a difference by pursuing everything that you do with the determination that sets us apart from our competitors. Driving for results leads to recognition and personal growth within the company, helping us to achieve our goal to “Be the Best Beverage Business in the Americas”. The success that comes from within each of us is recognized, and creates opportunities for your growth in the organization.

Position Responsibilities:

1. Select, supervise, develop, and build the capabilities of the maintenance supervisors and technicians.
2. Ensure maintenance support is available as needed and service calls and machinery repairs are completed in a timely manner.
3. Monitor and evaluate all equipment systems for the manufacturing group and make necessary changes for continuous production improvements.
4. Administer and support the plant Preventative Maintenance program and train personnel on the program while maintaining its operating effectiveness.
5. Maintain ongoing training programs in all areas of manufacturing maintenance and assist in developing new programs that will improve productivity, quality, and safety.
6. Remain aware and trained on all technical advancements in the area of responsibility.
7. Assist and support Mechanics with expertise in equipment.
8. Establish maintenance programs and procedures directed at stabilizing and improving machine operation and output.
9. Proactively improve process functioning and strive for enhanced levels of efficiency.
10. Manage and coordinate in conjunction with plant operations supervisory personnel, activities of workers engaged in repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment, and in maintenance of buildings, grounds, and utility systems of mill, industrial plant, or other establishment.
11. Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with production supervisors, unionized plant staff, and other departments to build effective production line teams.
12. Assist in the preparation of manufacturing strategic plan and in the establishment, analysis, and submission of yearly departmental budgets.
13. Implement capital expenditure programs for the plant manufacturing group and establish performance measurement systems.
14. Ensure Maintenance Department compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Total Rewards

We take great pride in offering our people benefits that are competitive. We appreciate hard work, innovative ideas and unending passion, which is why we provide a comprehensive set of benefits and options designed to fit the unique lifestyles of our employees from day one based on eligibility requirements.

***Relocation assistance is negotiable.***

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in technical field or Management
• 5 years of experience in maintenance control in a manufacturing environment to include both plant and maintenance settings
• 5 years demonstrated management or supervision experience in the maintenance or production area in the food and beverage industry
• Prior experience with TPM (Total Productive Maintenance)
• Must be able to work flexible shifts and weekends as business needs dictate

Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc. (NYSE: DPS) is one of North America’s leading refreshment beverage companies, manufacturing, bottling and distributing more than 50 brands of carbonated soft drinks, juices, teas, mixers, waters and other premium beverages.

With a brand heritage spanning more than 200 years, the DPS portfolio includes some of the most recognized beverages in the Americas. More than 75 percent of the company’s overall volume is from brands that are either #1 or #2 in their flavor categories. In addition to its flagship Dr Pepper and Snapple brands, the DPS portfolio includes 7UP, Mott’s, A&W, Sunkist soda, Hawaiian Punch, Canada Dry, Schweppes, RC Cola, Diet Rite, Squirt, Peñafiel, Yoo-hoo, Rose’s, Clamato, Mr & Mrs T and other well-known consumer favorites.

Dr Pepper Snapple Group is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Dr Pepper Snapple Group recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. EOE Minorities/ Females/ Protected Veterans/ Disabled