E.A. Sween
Who We Are
Since 1955, we have been on a mission to passionately feed millions daily with high‑quality food people enjoy! We are a third‑generation family‑owned and professionally managed organization committed to strategic growth. Our success comes from talented people, just like you, who join our family and call E.A. Sween home. We pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming, respectful, and rewarding culture where employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work every day. At E.A. Sween, team members are seen, heard, and appreciated not just for what they do, but for who they are. We hope you’ll join us!
Compensation The target salary range for this position is $100,000–$110,000 annually, consistent with our internal compensation framework. This position is classified as Grade 14, with a full pay range of $73,548–$110,431. You are eligible for an incentive bonus up to 5% of your annual salary, prorated based on your start date. Final pay will be determined by your experience, skills, internal equity, and available budget.
What We’re Seeking A reliable, quality‑focused leader for our Annandale facility with excellent attention to detail who actively seeks opportunities to improve team and department processes for greater efficiency without compromising product quality. Demonstrates a positive, “can‑do” attitude that inspires and motivates others. Supportive with team development and promotes open communication within the team and throughout the company.
What You’ll Do (Responsibilities) Preventive/Predictive Maintenance
Implement a world‑class, preventive/predictive maintenance framework and best practices.
Work with Maintenance Planner to ensure timely execution of preventive maintenance and work orders.
Maximize the maintenance teams operating efficiency, troubleshoot, root‑cause investigations, countermeasure implementation, and preventive/predictive maintenance activities while contributing to internal projects.
Oversee maintenance contracts and vendor relations.
Continuous Improvement/Lean Initiatives
Foster a collaborative culture with the Operations team focused on implementing sustainable improvements to maximize machine uptime/overall equipment effectiveness and continuous improvement KPIs, and utilize data from Asset Essentials (CMMS) and Redzone to improve department effectiveness (including safety, reliability, productivity, and quality).
Leadership
Provide direct supervision and coaching & development to direct reports.
Hire, train, coach, and review the work of the maintenance team to ensure processes are accomplished safely, timely, and cost‑effectively.
Budget Managing
Ownership of maintenance budgets.
Support capital project development and execution.
Problem Solving
Take on and solve frequent problems that arise in a typical workday. Identify a problem or situation and find the best solution.
Delegation
Effectively re‑assign tasks and give authority to the right employees to facilitate quick results, optimize productivity, and ensure accountability.
Health & Safety
Participate in safety meetings and training.
Cooperate with all aspects of the Company Safety Program.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing employees on compliance with established policies and procedures.
Enforce safety policies and procedures to decrease the potential for employee injuries.
Food Safety
Hold team members accountable to following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure safe, quality food.
Work to ensure all corrective actions from audits are completed and reviewed.
Ensure the company actively maintains the facility and prioritizes repairs based on food safety risk.
Comply with food safety regulations and GMP to deliver safe food products.
What You’ll Need (Qualifications) Required
Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on maintenance experience.
Manufacturing industry experience.
Experience leading a maintenance team.
Preferred
Food industry experience.
Lean manufacturing experience.
Ability to structure ambiguous problems, analyze complex processes, synthesize data and drive toward insight and solutions.
Ability to identify significant deviations from the operating plan and budget and work with site leaders to identify corrective actions using continuous improvement tools (Kaizen, visual systems, 6S, Gemba, Six Sigma, Lean, etc.).
Proficient knowledge of food manufacturing, food safety, FDA/USDA, and OSHA.
Budget creation and management experience.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and experience with CMMS.
Physical Demands/Work Environment
Highly motivated and willing to work in a fast‑paced environment.
Located in our Annandale facility.
Work well with employees at various levels and diverse cultures.
Work in cool conditions up to 50°F up to 20% of the time.
Stand or walk most of the day; use hands to handle or feel, and reach overhead with hands and arms continuously.
Occasionally sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and bend, turn, push, pull.
Occasionally lift and move up to 25–40 lbs.
Vision: close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Occasionally work evenings or weekends as business demands.
How You’ll Find Success at EAS
Value People Most of All: Show respect & care, embrace diversity, and empower others.
Commit to Safety Everyday: Practice safe behavior and celebrate safety success.
Invest in Our Company to Thrive: Share ideas, learn & grow, and embrace change.
Think Before Doing And Act Decisively: Make thoughtful decisions, work together, and do what’s right.
Welcome Constructive Straight Talk: Be honest, respectful, open to feedback, and ask questions.
Serve Up Exceptional Experiences: Provide value to customers and help others succeed.
Enjoy What You Do!: Have a positive attitude, live the spirit of E.A. Sween, and celebrate success.
Benefits E.A. Sween is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and well‑being of our team members.
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
8 Paid Holidays
Company‑Paid Life Insurance
401(k) with Company Match – fully vested after 2 years
Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Recognition Program (Boss Bucks)
Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Compensation The target salary range for this position is $100,000–$110,000 annually, consistent with our internal compensation framework. This position is classified as Grade 14, with a full pay range of $73,548–$110,431. You are eligible for an incentive bonus up to 5% of your annual salary, prorated based on your start date. Final pay will be determined by your experience, skills, internal equity, and available budget.
What We’re Seeking A reliable, quality‑focused leader for our Annandale facility with excellent attention to detail who actively seeks opportunities to improve team and department processes for greater efficiency without compromising product quality. Demonstrates a positive, “can‑do” attitude that inspires and motivates others. Supportive with team development and promotes open communication within the team and throughout the company.
What You’ll Do (Responsibilities) Preventive/Predictive Maintenance
Implement a world‑class, preventive/predictive maintenance framework and best practices.
Work with Maintenance Planner to ensure timely execution of preventive maintenance and work orders.
Maximize the maintenance teams operating efficiency, troubleshoot, root‑cause investigations, countermeasure implementation, and preventive/predictive maintenance activities while contributing to internal projects.
Oversee maintenance contracts and vendor relations.
Continuous Improvement/Lean Initiatives
Foster a collaborative culture with the Operations team focused on implementing sustainable improvements to maximize machine uptime/overall equipment effectiveness and continuous improvement KPIs, and utilize data from Asset Essentials (CMMS) and Redzone to improve department effectiveness (including safety, reliability, productivity, and quality).
Leadership
Provide direct supervision and coaching & development to direct reports.
Hire, train, coach, and review the work of the maintenance team to ensure processes are accomplished safely, timely, and cost‑effectively.
Budget Managing
Ownership of maintenance budgets.
Support capital project development and execution.
Problem Solving
Take on and solve frequent problems that arise in a typical workday. Identify a problem or situation and find the best solution.
Delegation
Effectively re‑assign tasks and give authority to the right employees to facilitate quick results, optimize productivity, and ensure accountability.
Health & Safety
Participate in safety meetings and training.
Cooperate with all aspects of the Company Safety Program.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing employees on compliance with established policies and procedures.
Enforce safety policies and procedures to decrease the potential for employee injuries.
Food Safety
Hold team members accountable to following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure safe, quality food.
Work to ensure all corrective actions from audits are completed and reviewed.
Ensure the company actively maintains the facility and prioritizes repairs based on food safety risk.
Comply with food safety regulations and GMP to deliver safe food products.
What You’ll Need (Qualifications) Required
Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on maintenance experience.
Manufacturing industry experience.
Experience leading a maintenance team.
Preferred
Food industry experience.
Lean manufacturing experience.
Ability to structure ambiguous problems, analyze complex processes, synthesize data and drive toward insight and solutions.
Ability to identify significant deviations from the operating plan and budget and work with site leaders to identify corrective actions using continuous improvement tools (Kaizen, visual systems, 6S, Gemba, Six Sigma, Lean, etc.).
Proficient knowledge of food manufacturing, food safety, FDA/USDA, and OSHA.
Budget creation and management experience.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and experience with CMMS.
Physical Demands/Work Environment
Highly motivated and willing to work in a fast‑paced environment.
Located in our Annandale facility.
Work well with employees at various levels and diverse cultures.
Work in cool conditions up to 50°F up to 20% of the time.
Stand or walk most of the day; use hands to handle or feel, and reach overhead with hands and arms continuously.
Occasionally sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and bend, turn, push, pull.
Occasionally lift and move up to 25–40 lbs.
Vision: close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Occasionally work evenings or weekends as business demands.
How You’ll Find Success at EAS
Value People Most of All: Show respect & care, embrace diversity, and empower others.
Commit to Safety Everyday: Practice safe behavior and celebrate safety success.
Invest in Our Company to Thrive: Share ideas, learn & grow, and embrace change.
Think Before Doing And Act Decisively: Make thoughtful decisions, work together, and do what’s right.
Welcome Constructive Straight Talk: Be honest, respectful, open to feedback, and ask questions.
Serve Up Exceptional Experiences: Provide value to customers and help others succeed.
Enjoy What You Do!: Have a positive attitude, live the spirit of E.A. Sween, and celebrate success.
Benefits E.A. Sween is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and well‑being of our team members.
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
8 Paid Holidays
Company‑Paid Life Insurance
401(k) with Company Match – fully vested after 2 years
Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Recognition Program (Boss Bucks)
Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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