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$135,000.00/yr - $175,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from DSJ Global Executive Search Consultant - Electrical Engineering
Overview The Director of Maintenance, Engineering & Automation is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of maintenance, engineering, and automation across multiple food processing facilities. This role ensures that operations—including processing, drying, blending, and packaging—run efficiently, reliably, and in compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The Director will manage cross-functional teams, drive automation initiatives, oversee capital projects, and implement continuous improvement strategies to enhance uptime, efficiency, and product quality. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Department Management Lead and manage teams including supervisors, planners, technicians, engineers, and automation specialists. Set departmental goals, performance metrics, and training programs to build a high-performing workforce. Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Ensure team members are properly trained, resourced, and aligned with operational objectives. Maintenance & Engineering Operations Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs across all production areas. Monitor KPIs such as downtime, MTBF, asset utilization, and maintenance cost efficiency. Oversee troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems. Manage spare parts inventory, vendor relationships, and contractor performance. Plan and execute facility improvements, expansions, and capital projects. Maintain a CMMS to track work orders, parts, and maintenance history. Create and execute an automation roadmap to optimize production and material handling. Oversee PLC programming, SCADA systems, robotics, and other automation technologies. Collaborate with production and quality teams to implement automation that enhances throughput, consistency, and traceability. Integrate IoT, AI-based monitoring, and analytics for predictive maintenance and operational insights. Compliance & Safety Ensure compliance with all applicable food safety, workplace safety, and regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, USDA, OSHA, GMP, HACCP). Partner with Quality and Sanitation teams to validate systems supporting food safety and traceability. Lead departmental safety programs and review safety performance regularly. Ensure adherence to all local, state, and federal regulations. Capital Projects & Budget Management Manage capital and operational budgets for maintenance, engineering, and automation. Oversee planning and execution of major equipment installations and facility upgrades. Track and report ROI on capital investments. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Production, Quality, Sanitation, IT, and Supply Chain teams to align initiatives with business goals. Support peak production cycles with strategic resource planning. Advise senior leadership on long-term strategies for equipment lifecycle, engineering, and automation. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or Industrial Engineering (Master's preferred). 10+ years of progressive experience in maintenance, engineering, and automation, with 5+ years in a leadership role within food or beverage manufacturing. Strong technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, and control systems (PLCs, SCADA, robotics, etc.). Success in developing and leading preventive/predictive maintenance programs. Experience with food processing equipment (e.g., extraction, drying, packaging) is a plus. Deep understanding of GMP, HACCP, and food safety standards. Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills. Core Competencies Strategic Leadership & Team Development Technical Mastery in Maintenance, Engineering & Automation Business & Financial Acumen Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance Cross-Functional Collaboration Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
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$135,000.00/yr - $175,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from DSJ Global Executive Search Consultant - Electrical Engineering
Overview The Director of Maintenance, Engineering & Automation is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of maintenance, engineering, and automation across multiple food processing facilities. This role ensures that operations—including processing, drying, blending, and packaging—run efficiently, reliably, and in compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The Director will manage cross-functional teams, drive automation initiatives, oversee capital projects, and implement continuous improvement strategies to enhance uptime, efficiency, and product quality. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Department Management Lead and manage teams including supervisors, planners, technicians, engineers, and automation specialists. Set departmental goals, performance metrics, and training programs to build a high-performing workforce. Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Ensure team members are properly trained, resourced, and aligned with operational objectives. Maintenance & Engineering Operations Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs across all production areas. Monitor KPIs such as downtime, MTBF, asset utilization, and maintenance cost efficiency. Oversee troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems. Manage spare parts inventory, vendor relationships, and contractor performance. Plan and execute facility improvements, expansions, and capital projects. Maintain a CMMS to track work orders, parts, and maintenance history. Create and execute an automation roadmap to optimize production and material handling. Oversee PLC programming, SCADA systems, robotics, and other automation technologies. Collaborate with production and quality teams to implement automation that enhances throughput, consistency, and traceability. Integrate IoT, AI-based monitoring, and analytics for predictive maintenance and operational insights. Compliance & Safety Ensure compliance with all applicable food safety, workplace safety, and regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, USDA, OSHA, GMP, HACCP). Partner with Quality and Sanitation teams to validate systems supporting food safety and traceability. Lead departmental safety programs and review safety performance regularly. Ensure adherence to all local, state, and federal regulations. Capital Projects & Budget Management Manage capital and operational budgets for maintenance, engineering, and automation. Oversee planning and execution of major equipment installations and facility upgrades. Track and report ROI on capital investments. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Production, Quality, Sanitation, IT, and Supply Chain teams to align initiatives with business goals. Support peak production cycles with strategic resource planning. Advise senior leadership on long-term strategies for equipment lifecycle, engineering, and automation. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or Industrial Engineering (Master's preferred). 10+ years of progressive experience in maintenance, engineering, and automation, with 5+ years in a leadership role within food or beverage manufacturing. Strong technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, and control systems (PLCs, SCADA, robotics, etc.). Success in developing and leading preventive/predictive maintenance programs. Experience with food processing equipment (e.g., extraction, drying, packaging) is a plus. Deep understanding of GMP, HACCP, and food safety standards. Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills. Core Competencies Strategic Leadership & Team Development Technical Mastery in Maintenance, Engineering & Automation Business & Financial Acumen Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance Cross-Functional Collaboration Seniority level
Director Employment type
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Engineering, Management, and Manufacturing Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at DSJ Global by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
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