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If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestlé is the place for you. Nestlé USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestlé’s presence in the United States. We're in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact.

We’re determined to challenge the status quo and be better tomorrow than we are today. As individuals and teams, we embrace our entrepreneurial culture and have created a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is expected, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every single day. Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you.

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POSITION SUMMARY:
As a Maintenance Manager, you will lead the safe maintenance, repair and/or replacement of plant equipment and systems to ensure maximum equipment run time. In this management role, you will be a key partner between Production and Engineering to drive the maintenance team to deliver reliable equipment at optimal cost. 
 
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
•    Oversee the work activities and training of 5 direct reports and 50 indirect reports.
•    Provide direction to maintenance staff and ensure that Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and all city, state, and federal regulations relating to the maintenance department are met throughout the company.
•    Review the operation of plant equipment and systems regularly to minimize unplanned downtime, solve problems in a timely manner, and identify opportunities for improvement.
•    Track, analyze and improve key maintenance parameters such as asset utilization, maintenance costs, and PM compliance. 
•    Maintain a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) for tracking work orders, spare parts, and maintenance history of plant equipment. 
•    Order equipment and perform upgrades/changes.
•    Works with Management to attain goals, develop policies, and carry out strategies to increase profitability and success of the company.
•    Manages department for safety and compliance with established policies for an accident-free workplace.
•    Up to 10 % travel required.
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS & EDUCATION:
•    Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Operations Management, Engineering or other related field or years of experience in lieu of a degree.
•    Minimum of 5+ years Maintenance experience, preferred within food manufacturing.
•    Minimum of 3+ years management/leadership experience.
 
SKILLS:
•   In-depth knowledge in repairs and maintenance of processing equipment and systems (within a food manufacturing facility, preferred).
•    Able to lead, coach and mentor a technical team, and influence change at all levels of the organization.
•    Can read and interpret documents such as safety rules, procedures manuals, operating and maintenance instructions, blueprints, schematics, equipment manuals, and financial data.
•    Sound technical skills, logical ability, and problem-solving skills with an operational focus. 
•    Knowledge of contracting, negotiating, and change management.  
•    Able to gather and analyze data to deliver presentations and make data-driven decisions.
•    Excellent interpersonal skills, and strong written and oral communications skills.
•    Able to respond to common inquiries from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.

REQUISITION ID:
245237 

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role.  In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities.  Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

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