Maintenance Group Leader

Rich's, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich's—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

The Maintenance Group Leader is responsible for the safe maintenance, repair and efficiency of operation of equipment and areas of responsibility when the supervisor is not on duty. Supervises maintenance personnel, while supporting the various policies, goals and objectives established by the Shift Supervisor.

Assigns daily maintenance activities to shift mechanics. Reprioritize and refocus maintenance team activities as situation requires with or without prior authorization from supervisors.
Supervises shift mechanics duties and responsibilities required to implement Rich Products maintenance program based on best practices in the baking industry, with a strong emphasis on safety and interdepartmental coordination
Monitors the use and inventories of spare parts and supplies needed for the proper maintenance and emergency repair. Ensure parts are reordered to ensure inventory is maintained.
Assigns and verifies completion of assigned equipment PM assignments to properly maintain the computerized maintenance management systems (Cams)
Updates and maintains service reports, event logs, operating, service and training manuals required by the maintenance department during assigned shift
Reviews operation of equipment and line conditions constantly, to minimize unplanned downtime, anticipate problems, plan future repairs and identify opportunities for improvement
Ensures city, state, federal and local regulations pertaining to the maintenance personnel and their activities are always adhered to
Supervises, distributes, completes, and reviews work orders pertaining to their assigned shift. Ensure assigned work orders and supervisor's instructions are carried out and paperwork is completed correctly
Respond, investigate, and resolve equipment related product contamination issues
Communicates with the QA department ensuring all policies and procedures regarding food safety are maintained while duties are performed
Communicates with the Sanitation department sanitation procedures are maintained while duties are performed
Reports any incidents of harassment to the supervisor or Human Resources Manage

HS degree or GED
3 yrs of experience in a food-processing, pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing organization, preferably using computerized manufacturing equipment
5 yrs industrial mechanic experience. Prior work experience operating lift equipment and moving heavy equipment
Demonstrated knowledge and application of qualifications in a pharmaceutical or food manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of FDA regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP, food allergens and pest control
Demonstrated knowledge of efficient and safe manufacturing operations to include product and associate safety, OSHA standards, product quality (success rates), cost control (minimizing downtime and waste, optimizing yield)
Demonstrated mechanical and spatial aptitude, including the ability to disassemble and reassemble equipment
Required to perform tasks lifting up to 50 lbs, walking, standing, climbing, reaching, stooping, pulling, pushing, grasping, and balancing as part of production activities out on the floor
Required to see and hear well enough to understand associates questions and respond to their concerns
Required to work in freezers, near loud machinery, in confined spaces as part of daily production activities
SAP/ MLO - reading, arithmetic, Electrical Troubleshooting & Controls
Perform preventative maintenance or repairs to equipment in cases where alternative means of resolving issues are not present
Must be available to be contacted by maintenance personnel and reasonably available to report to work in cases of emergency
Must be able to report issues that impact production immediately to the supervisor or maintenance manager
Must be willing to work flexible hours

COMPENSATION

In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.

Annual Range/Hourly Rate

$ $35.00

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity, standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging, to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich's. Please contact Rich's Associate Experience Network at  if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.