MAINTENANCE MANAGER – Mills River, NC

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Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. has an opening for MAINTENANCE MANAGER at our Mills River, NC brewery.

Date Posted: January 29, 2014
Department: NC - Maintenance
Pay Range: Salaried, Exempt
Respond By: Midnight PST on Monday, February 17, 2014

TO APPLY: please visit our website to complete our on-line application:
http://www.sierranevada.com/careers

Essential Functions

• Responsible for day-to-day management of the maintenance department
• Ensures proper execution of maintenance routine according to instruction and schedules
• Ensures compliance with all environmental quality and safety standards related to the department; supports continuous improvement and root cause analysis processes
• Accountable for equipment reliability and ownership of the entire maintenance process; provides guidance and oversees troubleshooting of equipment issues
• Responsible for managing the maintenance budget for the department
• Manages the development of the department’s resources through training and coaching
• Serves as point person for brewery utilities such as glycol chillers, air compressors, boilers and CO2 storage / vaporization
• Is competent with a CMMS for tracking assets, work orders, and preventive maintenance
• Can apply knowledge of food safety and food handling
• Establishes and maintains a spare parts inventory
• Works with Head Brewer to maintain brewhouse equipment
• Works with Packaging Manager to maintain packaging equipment
• Works with resident engineer to implement improvements and upgrades
• Works with management team to contribute to long-term strategic planning
• Ensures the efficient and safe operation of all equipment
• Maintains a safe work environment in accordance with regulations and standards
• Troubleshoots mechanical, plumbing, process, electrical, pneumatic, VFDs, PLCs, and other electronic equipment
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• B.S. required in Electrical or Process Engineering; will also consider Mechanical, Chemical or other Engineering degrees
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant technical experience, preferably in the brewing or beverage industry
• Minimum of three to five (3-5) years of supervisory experience
• Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Strong background in electrical systems such as controls, automation, VFDs, PLCs is essential
• Strong background in mechanical systems such as welding, part fabrication, fluid transfer, pneumatics, plumbing is desired
• Knowledge of refrigeration systems, boilers/steam principles, and HVAC
• Practical experience with high-speed bottling/packaging operations in food/beverage industries is preferred but not required
• Knowledge of brewery processes and terminology is essential
• Thorough understanding of safety regulations and proper safety procedures, including lock out/tag out and other required safety protocols
• Ability to work with outside contractors, obtain quotes, and execute capital projects
• Self motivated with ability to work independently with limited direction and within a team environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in computer software such as the MS Office suite, MS Project, AutoCAD with the ability to learn MP2 (brewery CMMS)

Working Conditions

• Ability to stand for long periods of time and perform physically demanding work
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds as required
• Ability to safely and competently work on and around potentially hazardous equipment, machinery and systems
• Willingness to work in an environment with high noise levels
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends and respond to emergencies
• The successful candidate must have a valid driver’s license and an exemplary driving record. A satisfactory background check, in conformance with established Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. employment standards, will be required as a post-offer, pre-employment check.

**Applications will be accepted until midnight, PST on Monday, February 17, 2014**
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer