ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assigns & directs the work of maintenance personnel to make sure that work is properly completed on assigned shift.
• Trains, mentors, and monitors maintenance personnel to make sure professional workmanship standards are met and safety procedures are being followed.
• Responds to machinery breakdowns, supports daily plant operations, & performs PM’s.
• Performs machinery set-ups, machinery configurations for changeover of different products, & sanitation teardowns.
• Performs new electrical & mechanical installations & modifications.
• Records information on work that has been performed on shift & training that has been provided.
• Reports issues and challenges with both machinery and personnel.
• Acts as role model for safety, job performance, quality of work, and procedural and process compliance.
• Troubleshoot mechanical & electrical problems & make appropriate repairs to get machines on line.
• Follows J&J Snack Food’s Food Safety Plan (FSP), the Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program, the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and the Good Documentation Practices (GDPs).
• Follows all OSHA safety rules and all food safety laws and regulations.
• Enforces all company rules in a fair and consistent manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

To perform this job successfully, Maintenance Foreman must be self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Must be a self-starter and be able to accomplish a versatile and evolving workload.
• Excellent in all forms of communication.
• Innovative, problem solver, flexible, and able to juggle multiple priorities.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt well to change.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Education and training: Electrical & Mechanical certification or 2 years equivalent experience in each discipline.
2. Job-related experience: Minimum 2 year’s experience as a lead maintenance mechanic or foreman in a manufacturing environment.
3. Managerial experience: N/A
4. Technical knowledge and skills:

• Must be able to systematically troubleshoot and problem-solve electrical and mechanical systems and components.
• Requires strong technical aptitude & knowledge of standard mechanical and electrical practices, codes, & standards.
• Ability to learn new equipment and subjects with limited instruction (i.e., read manuals) and apply new knowledge to complete assignments.
• Must be able to walk, sit, & stand for several hours, and climb stairs and ladders.
• Must be able to lead others, organize and prioritize work, & assign personnel accordingly.
• Must know how to use test instruments such as digital multi-meter, gages, laptop computer, & various electronic devices, and standard hand & power tools.
• Welding, fabrication & machine tool knowledge preferred, but not required.
• Must be able to read blueprints, electrical drawings, and schematics.
• Must be able to understand and troubleshoot PLC, VFD, and Servo controllers.
• Must be able to fabricate from blueprints in wood, stainless, plastic, etc.
• Must have own tools and know how to use machine shop tools such as drills, lathes, grinders, and punches.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) is highly desirable.
• Prefer certified welder or minimum 2 years On-the-Job training as a welder & knowledge of OSHA standards involving welding, such as hot work permit.
• Must be available to work any shift including weekends.
• Must be able to report to work to handle emergency repair work.
• Must have strong electrical and mechanical skills.
• Must be able to read blueprints.
• Must have own tools and know how to use machines such as vertical mills, lathes, grinders, brakes, and shears.