Maintenance Mechanic Lead

WHO WE ARE

Baldwin Richardson Foods (BRF), one of the largest black family-owned companies in the United States, is a full-service organization providing consumer insights expertise, innovation, product development, procurement, manufacturing and logistics to some of the most iconic foodservice and CPG organizations globally. They are driven by their ambition to build long-lasting, strategic partnerships with their customers and suppliers. BRF combines its deep experience in food science with flexible and continuously evolving manufacturing capabilities as a custom ingredient manufacturer. They help their customers translate brand growth opportunities with innovation concepts and capabilities that create a competitive advantage with consumers and the marketplace. Iconic, global food brands entrust Baldwin Richardson Foods as their partner to deliver the highest quality products that exceed industry standards. The Company also manufactures and markets Mrs. Richardson’s Ice Cream Toppings and Nance’s Mustards and Condiments. Baldwin Richardson Foods has manufacturing locations in Macedon, NY and Williamson, NY; Corporate Offices in Oakbrook Terrace, IL and Food Innovation Center Westmont, IL. This role is located at our Macedon, NY location.

WHAT WE NEED

The Lead Maintenance Technician will direct all reliability and maintenance activities to ensure that maximum operational potential is realized for plant operation at our facility. This includes directing, supporting, and training site maintenance technicians.

Our Maintenance Team follows a 2-2-3 shift schedule, providing a consistent routine for work-life balance. Shift hours for this role are 5:00PM - 5:30AM.

Sample 2-2-3 Shift Schedule:

Week 1 : Work Monday, Tuesday - Off Wednesday, Thursday - Work Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Week 2 : Off Monday, Tuesday - Work Wednesday, Thursday - Off Friday, Saturday, Sunday

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Completes all tasks while strictly adhering to all required industry guidelines including but not limited to: SQF, Food Safety, Plant Safety, and audits.
• Provides leadership to all maintenance team members on all shifts.
• Must be able to work within the maintenance team to accurately communicate and document events by utilizing the standard shift log/S4HANA.
• Responsible for overseeing and training mechanics and provides support where needed.
• Assist in the coordination and execution of machine upgrades and extended down time repairs
• Trains all mechanics on new equipment according to the standard operating procedures
• Designs, fabricates, and installs new equipment and enhances existing equipment through process improvement and upgrades
• Facilitates finding root cause of problems or issues and completes necessary documentation
• Ensures the proper utilization of SAP for Preventative Maintenance (PM) activities, work orders, and part issuance with timely and accurate data entry
• Performs and directs preventative, predictive, and planned maintenance of equipment including but not limited to; cleaning, inspecting, diagnosing, replacement testing and process improvements. Plan and schedule day to day and weekend work for team members. Verify work is completed through S4HANA Platform with parts, time, and notes.
• Identifies and reports needs for major repairs to the appropriate level of management and enters data into SAP and assists with coordination of work.
• Calibrates and maintains electronics and instrumentations for process control devices.
• Ensure company metrics are met and supports team and company goals.
• Follows proper Good Manufacturing Practices including wearing personal protective equipment.
• Embodies the GFTW mentality and effort by attending required meetings and bridging collaboration between all departments.
• Able to work with direct leadership addressing all personnel issues.
• Bring to team a continuous growth mind-set and develop knowledge of all new technologies introduced to the site.
• Fill in for the maintenance planner role when the maintenance planner is out. Create Purchase Req.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• High school diploma, GED and/or related technical instruction required .
• A minimum of five (5+) years related experience with Mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to lead employees towards common goals through credibility with the team.
• Ability to lead and mentor team members required.
• Ability to prioritize work and complete in a safe, timely manner.
• Must have the ability to work independently or in groups.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to positively add to team dynamics.
• Due to SQF regulations, all employees must be able to fluently read, write, and converse in the English language.
• Working knowledge of basic computer skills, basic search capabilities, Microsoft Word, email, RedZone and SAP.

At BRF, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. You’ll also receive a comprehensive benefits package including a low premium and out of pocket cost medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with company match, generous sick and vacation time, 9 paid holidays, birthday and floating holidays, volunteer time and more!