AAK is hiring: Maintenance and Reliability Manager (Maintenance and Reliability

Maintenance and Reliability Manager Our story goes back more than 150 years, to the windy coast where Sweden and Denmark meet. From our success in Scandinavia, we've grown into the world's leading specialist producer of plant-based oils, employing more than 4000 people all across the globe. We work with our customers to make the products you love even better. The oils we produce go into making your chocolate extra creamy or putting the crunch into your croissant. And it's not just food - we work across industries to make products that are higher quality, healthier and better for the planet. Every one of us works towards our shared purpose: Making Better Happen. Join nearly 4,000 like-minded colleagues globally and build a better future with us. Build a better future as a Maintenance and Reliability Manager in Richmond, CA. Compensation Range: $138,270 - $230,450. Possible Bonus: 10%. About The Role This role provides single-point accountability for all Maintenance, Reliability, and Facility activities, ensuring seamless oversight and coordination. Lead all site Maintenance, Facility and Reliability activities Utilize all resources to ensure Plant operates at maximum equipment utilization and efficiency Address all unplanned site downtime events to return site to “Safe, Reliable Operations” as soon as feasible Ensure equipment availability to meet defined production schedule Manage and be the “keeper” of the facility Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Site lead for utility system management Solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, automation troubleshooting Provide direct Supervision and develop all members of the Maintenance/Reliability function Manage and coach the maintenance team for high performance and high engagement Create and establish controls to manage via AAK USA KPI’s for Maintenance and Facility activities Manage site spares, stores, & critical spare program Site knowledge leader on Equipment & Parts specification Manage Maintenance/Facility budget for each given period Work with EHSS Site leader to create world class procedures around Construction Management and High Hazard Work Permitting Schedule and Manage all pre-determined Plant shutdowns Coordinate directly with Site Operations Manager to schedule & execute Maintenance activities Participate as a key member on site HAACP team About You Four-year Degree from an accredited college or university in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering or related is strongly preferred. Minimum of 10 years progressive experience in a manufacturing environment with at least five years directly leading the maintenance function at the plant level. At least three years’ experience directly managing a maintenance technician team. Experience managing unionized employees is highly desirable. In return AAK offer Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental and vision) starting date of hire Health Savings Account with AAK annual contribution of $1,000-$1,500 We match 100% of the first 3% you contribute to your 401(k), and 50% of the next 3% Free Life and Disability insurance Employee Assistance Program Supplemental Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection and Legal Insurance Plans Discounts on travel, amusement parks, concerts, movies, and more Celebrations, events, and activities on site and supporting our communities Recognition incentives for service and peer to peer recognition About AAK Everything AAK does is about Making Better Happen. We specialize in plant-based oils that are the value-adding ingredients in many of the products people love to consume. AAK prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, religion, veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under state or federal law in any aspect of the access to, admission, or treatment of students in its programs and activities, or in employment and application for employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr