Maintenance Manager

Gerber - Fremont, MI

Full-time - Mid Level

Fremont, MI

Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities

About the position

The Maintenance Manager at Gerber Products Company is responsible for establishing and implementing maintenance foundations and methodologies in line with Nestlé's Continuous Excellence strategy. This role involves managing a team of maintenance personnel, ensuring optimal equipment performance, minimizing downtime, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety. The position requires strong analytical skills to monitor maintenance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives, as well as effective leadership to develop and coach the maintenance team.

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement Maintenance Foundations and TPM methodologies.
• Manage a team of salaried supervisors, planners, and maintenance mechanics.
• Monitor and analyze maintenance metrics to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and drive corrective action plans for production lines not meeting performance expectations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.
• Oversee the maintenance budget and manage resources efficiently.
• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce equipment failures.
• Support the development and execution of maintenance plans and schedules for production equipment.
• Coordinate the use of Corporate, Plant, and External Engineering resources to align with factory priorities.
• Monitor, coach, and improve the Maintenance & Improvement strategy and objectives of the factory.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise the maintenance team, ensuring proper training and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in Food or Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Industry is preferred.
• Experience in Maintenance Management is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems.
• CMMS/SAP experience is preferred.
• TPM experience is preferred.
• Experience in a USDA, FDA, or equivalent regulatory compliance manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Excellent leadership & team management skills.
• Ability to communicate with all levels.
• Financial aptitude and data-driven mindset.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with implementing preventative action plans.
• Effective use of problem-solving techniques such as GSTD, DMAIC, or equivalent.
• Flexible and detail-oriented service leader mindset.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities.
• Inclusive workplace culture.
• Commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunity.