Maintenance Manager presso California Dairies, Inc.

Join the California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) team, a farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to sustainably producing the highest quality dairy products while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. CDI products are delivered locally and around the world.

Situated in Stanislaus County, our Turlock South manufacturing plant specializes in the production of butter and milk powder.

We encourage you to be part of our team that's shaping the future of dairy, right from the heart of California!

 We offer a generous total rewards package that includes: 

• Salary Range  - $109,791- $167,737
• Family medical/dental/vision
• Generous company contributions to 401k
• Relocation Assistance
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Tuition reimbursement

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Maintenance Manager to oversee the maintenance operations of our dairy milk powder and butter manufacturing plant. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the reliability and efficiency of all plant equipment and systems, leading a team of maintenance supervisors, planners, Storeroom personnel, and technicians, and implementing preventive maintenance programs.

Essential Functions

• Support and enforce SQF / QA, GMP, Safety policies and procedures, and production needs.
• Oversee and manage the maintenance of all plant equipment, including facilities, utilities, machinery, processing and packaging lines.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules and planning to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance of equipment.
• Lead, train, and mentor a team of maintenance technicians, ensuring high performance and adherence to safety standards.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and operational issues promptly to maintain continuous production.
• Ensure compliance with all Safety, Health, and Environmental regulations and Quality standards.
• Manage the maintenance budget, including procurement of spare parts and maintenance supplies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment performance, and inventory of spare parts.
• Work well with co-workers, management personnel, customers, vendors, and employees in accordance with the company policies and working rules while ensuring a harmonious and conducive work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

Lead:

• Clearly communicate the company's vision & goals and how the team's work contributes to them.
• Set a positive example through their own work ethic, attitude, and commitment to quality.
• Develop and empower team members by delegating tasks effectively and providing opportunities for growth and development.
• Oversee scheduling of maintenance supervisors and employees.
• Have the responsibility of reviewing time sheets and addressing overtime.

Guide:

• Provide clear instructions and expectations, along with the “why" for tasks and projects.
• Offer regular feedback and coaching to help team members improve their skills and performance.
• Foster a sense of teamwork and shared purpose, emphasizing that the team is stronger together.
• Responsible for supervising, training/developing, and coaching supervisors.
• Coordinate on the job training.

Support:

• Recognize and celebrate team accomplishments and individual contributions.
• Advocate for the team's needs and concerns, up, down, and across the organization.
• Encourage and support the team to challenge the status quo, to identify and suggest process improvements, and to embrace innovation.
• Oversee adherence to company policies and procedures.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must demonstrate good judgement when carrying out duties as assigned.
• College level in verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate with upper management on a daily basis.
• Good math and statistical skills.
• Proficiency in using computer-aided maintenance management systems (CMMS) and other relevant software.
• Excellent organizational and follow through skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong technical knowledge with ability to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, utilities, facilities equipment and system, and other dairy production equipment.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills
• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations, such as HACCP, GMP, PSM.

Education and Experience

• Minimum five years of experience in a production setting involving maintenance of dairy equipment, electronics, instrumentation, refrigeration, electrical, and general mechanical equipment.
• Minimum three years supervising work of others.
• Experience in managing maintenance projects, including planning, execution, and evaluation.

Language Skills

English is required as the spoken and written language.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: N/A 

Driving Requirements: N/A

Equipment

• Mechanical equipment such as silo, pumps, pasteurizers, pneumatic system, valves, piping, separators, turbo fans, high pressure pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, dryers, evaporators, processing and packaging equipment, etc.,
• Electrical equipment such as motor controller, motors, servo motors, VFD, starters, PLC controls, instrumentation, relay, sensors, etc.,
• Utilities equipment such as boilers, ammonia compressors, ammonia system, glycol system, cooling towers, air compressors, air conditioners, air handling units, water supply, wastewater treatment system, etc.,
• Shop equipment such as welders, grinders, lathes, hand tools, etc.,
• Personal protective equipment including, but not limited to: hearing protection, bump caps, hair and beard nets, gloves, and safety glasses must be used in the performance of duties. Proper lifting techniques must be employed at all times.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Employee will be subject to temperatures associated with an air-cooled room. Employee will be subject to temperatures more than 100 degrees while working in proximity to dryers and to wet environments (hot or cold) during cleaning-in-place (CIP) operations.  Employee may be required to enter confined spaces to perform equipment inspections.  Employee may encounter the following: ammonia, acids, caustics, chlorines, and other related chemicals.  Personal protective equipment including, but not limited to: hearing protection, bump caps, hair and beard nets, gloves, and eye protection must be used in the performance of duties. Proper lifting techniques must be employed all times.

ADA/FEHA

The Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act.

EEO

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The company will make reasonable accommodations that do not cause an undue hardship if such an accommodation enables individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Sitting/Standing/Walking: Stands and walks throughout shift. Walks on uneven concrete and tiles surfaces. Sits frequently to answer calls, fill out paperwork, attend meetings, and answer emails.
• Lifting/Carrying: Lifts up to 75 pounds. Two or more employees complete lifts of greater than 75 pounds
• Pushing/Pulling: Frequently pushes/pulls while using mechanic tools and equipment.
• Bending/Stooping: Both are done regularly during the course of a workday.
• Squatting/Kneeling/Crawling: Frequent squatting and kneeling. Crawling is done occasionally specifically when repairing equipment.
• Twisting/Turning: Occasional twisting and turning.
• Climbing/Balancing: Climbing and balancing is required.  Involved in the inspection of processing equipment, which could involve climbing vertical ladders or over 100 steps to the top of the dryers or evaporators.
• Reaching: Frequently reaching from floor level to shoulder level. 
• Grasping/Manipulating: Grasping and manipulating of papers, objects, and equipment will be required.  Ability to keyboard for data input will be required on an ongoing basis.