Sr Maintenance Manager

Who We Are

Since 1955, we have been on a mission To Passionately Feed Millions Daily with High Quality Food People Enjoy! We are a third-generation family-owned and professionally managed organization with a commitment to strategic growth. We continue to be successful because of talented people, just like you, who choose to join our family and call E.A. Sween home. We pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming, respectful, and rewarding culture where employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work each and every day. At E.A. Sween, our team members are seen, heard, and appreciated not just for what they do, but for who they are. We hope you’ll join us!

What We’re Seeking

A collaborative leader to drive excellence in our facilities and maintenance operations.

Compensation:  The target salary range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000 annually, consistent with our internal compensation framework.  This position is classified as Grade17, with a full pay range of $112,800.16 to $180,457.25. You are eligible for an incentive bonus up to 15% of your annual salary, prorated based on your start date.  Final pay will be determined by your experience, skills, internal equity, and available budget. 

This position is fully onsite at our Eden Prairie Facility and also oversees Annandale location.  

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

As a valued member of the plant leadership team, the Senior Maintenance Manager will collaborate closely with the Site Plant Manager and Sr Director of Operations to drive excellence in our facilities and maintenance operations, processes, programs, and budgeting for our two Minnesota manufacturing sites. With oversight of equipment maintenance and staff for a 3-shift manufacturing operation, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring equipment reliability across all facilities and manufacturing equipment. This will be achieved through the effective implementation of Maintenance Systems, including a robust Preventative Maintenance Program, efficient parts storage room management, streamlined kitting processes, thorough Root Cause Analysis of Failures, and effective planning and scheduling routines. The successful candidate will be a highly experienced subject matter expert in Maintenance, workplace safety, and data driven management and leadership.

Competency Areas are listed below:

Leadership

Build and maintain strong working relationships with maintenance leaders, planners, storeroom personnel, engineers, operators, and mechanics.
• Proactively promote open and timely communication with the Production team regarding potential equipment and compliance issues to minimize downtime using Redzone asset data.
• Provide appropriate support with the right level of urgency to ensure production goals are met.
• Help create a world-class maintenance organization and support implementation of TPM pillar processes.
• Lead and provide technical support for troubleshooting and repairs as needed.
• Provide on-call and on-site support for emergency situations.

Technical Expertise

Create a proactive work environment that involves mechanics in the planning, coordination, and execution of work.
• Implement a zero-breakdown methodology using continuous improvement tools and processes.
• Develop an Equipment Reliability Program that incorporates planned maintenance.
• Ensure the facility CMMS (Asset Essentials) is fully utilized to drive informed decision-making.
• Implement and utilize predictive maintenance technologies to increase equipment reliability and planned maintenance activities.
• Manage the integrity and maintenance of all plant assets, including production equipment, facilities, and utility equipment, utilizing the internal root cause analysis process (CAPA).
• Establish maintenance prevention specifications to ensure plant equipment is reliable and easily maintained.
• Manage, develop, and sustain processes and procedures for preventive maintenance and repair services, equipment installation, tool and consumable ordering, issuance and return of tools, equipment inspections, and contractor service activities.
• Manage spare parts inventory and maintain a robust list of critical spare parts and other necessary supplies.
• Provide technical support to R&D during the new product development process.

Personnel Development

Assess skill levels of maintenance personnel, develop training plans to address gaps, and monitor training execution and effectiveness.
• Conduct performance reviews with direct reports and support the development of individual goals.
• Audit work performed by maintenance technicians on a regular cadence and provide feedback as appropriate.

Financial

• Report, track, and provide input for the maintenance budget according to established guidelines on a quarterly basis.
  • Manage and track overtime based on production needs while remaining within budgeted expenses.

Safety Compliance

• Complete mandatory E.A. Sween Company training sessions and attend external training as needed.
  • Follow all regulatory requirements, including Hazardous Waste Management, OSHA regulations, LOTO procedures, and Safety Leadership requirements.
  • Ensure all maintenance personnel follow world-class safety guidelines and recommendations.
  • Ensure all facilities maintain current permits and licenses as required.

What You’ll Need (Qualifications)

Bachelor’s degree in industrial or mechanical engineering related field strongly preferred.

15+ years of proven production or manufacturing maintenance experience in lieu of degree.

10+ years of proven leadership/management experience required.

Knowledge of facilities operations with production environment to include air handlers, HVAC, electrical and plumbing.

Expertise in Mechanical and Electrical Machine Troubleshooting, Repair and Preventive Maintenance.

Proven ability to lead, coach and mentor a technical team.

Strong communication and project management skills required.

Strong organizational and decision-making skills.

Exposure to Lean Concepts, TOC, layout design, cost/benefit analysis, labor productivity analysis (time studies, standardized work), safety/ergonomic/human factors.

Intermediate to advanced PC skills that encompass Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification.

Preferred: Proven experience in implementing TPM World Class Maintenance.

How You’ll Find Success at EAS

• Value People Most of All: Show respect & care, embrace diversity, and empower others.
• Commit to Safety Everyday: See something; say something; do something, practice safe behavior, and celebrate safety success.
• Invest in Our Company to Thrive: Share ideas to improve, learn & grow, and embrace change.
• Think Before Doing and Act Decisively: Make thoughtful decisions, work together to find solutions, and do what’s right.
• Welcome Constructive Straight Talk: Be honest and respectful even when difficult, be open to ideas and feedback, and ask questions to understand.
• Serve Up Exceptional Experiences: Provide value to customers, take pride in your work, and help others to be successful.
• Enjoy What You Do!: Have a positive attitude, Live the Spirit of E.A. Sween, and celebrate success.