Maintenance Technical Director

4 weeks ago


Huntsville, Alabama, United States The J.M. Smucker Co. Full time

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Maintenance Technical Director to lead our maintenance team at our Decatur, AL manufacturing plant.

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Technical Director will serve as the key technical, maintenance and infrastructure leader in supporting the manufacturing of pet snacks and dry pet food.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintenance Management: Lead maintenance resources and establish priorities in maintenance schedules.
  • Team Support: Support the operating departments' Technical Leaders, Maintenance Leaders, Planners and Technicians to develop their technical acumen, understand and apply Progressive Maintenance tools, prioritize work effectively through the use of a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System), respond to process failures and breakdowns with a sense of urgency, train all levels of the organization to complete mechanical work, drive high-performance work culture by engaging with team members on the floor and coaching to problem solve, make decisions, and become self-reliant, coach operating teams and leadership to root cause identification, elimination of losses, and the use of problem-solving tools to identify gaps and prioritize work.
  • Facilities Leadership: Lead the plant facilities team to ensure reliable operations and maintenance of plant infrastructure, utilities, buildings & grounds.
  • Storeroom Leadership: Lead the maintenance storeroom staff to operate and maintain all aspects of the maintenance storeroom, develop and teach Storeroom DMS (Daily Management Systems), including all in-process measures.
  • Maintenance Shop Leadership: Responsible for the maintenance shop to ensure staffing, skills, and equipment to support plant maintenance repair activities.
  • Progressive Maintenance: Lead the Site Progressive Maintenance (PM) Pillar and collaborate with the corporate PM Pillar Team.
  • Data Management: Responsible for electronic reliability data and improving methods for collecting accurate data.
  • KPI Management: Establish and track KPIs as required to successfully manage the safety, quality, and efficiency of the maintenance operations.
  • Capital Expenditure: Working closely with the Plant Engineer, lead and execute on the 5-year Capital Expenditure strategy to upgrade and maintain plant facilities and equipment.
  • Improvement Teams: Participate in and/or lead improvement teams to provide targeted improvements to meet plant and company objectives.
  • Employee Relations: In conjunction with the HR Manager and Plant Manager, effectively manage employee relations issues.
  • Representation: Professionally represent the site to all constituents and stakeholders, including but not limited to: Internal Corporate Business Partners; Customers; Vendors; Contractors; Regulatory Representatives, etc.

Requirements:

We are seeking a highly skilled Maintenance Technical Director with the following qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor's degree is required, Engineering degree is preferred.
  • Leadership Experience: Demonstrated ability leading a team to deliver business needs where employee safety receives top priority, followed closely by product quality and productivity.
  • Decision Making: Demonstrated ability to be decisive, proactive, and strategic in decision making.
  • Leadership Development: Demonstrated ability building and developing leaders.
  • Maintenance Experience: Experience with maintenance work development, planning, and scheduling.
  • CMMS Experience: Experience with a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
  • Problem Solving: Problem solving and troubleshooting experience to identify root cause.
  • Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year, depending on experience.

Location: Decatur, AL manufacturing plant.

Work Arrangements: 100% on-site.

Reports To: Operations Manager.

About The J.M. Smucker Co.

The J.M. Smucker Co. is a leading manufacturer of pet snack and dry pet food products. We are committed to providing our employees with a safe and healthy work environment, as well as opportunities for growth and development.



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