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Northern Wind, Inc. Director of Maintenance in New Bedford, Massachusetts
Northern Wind is a global leader in the production of high quality fresh and frozen seafood products with Superior Service to our customers. Our mission is to exceed company expectations of high standards for Quality, Sustainability, Safe, and legal Products. Join our growing company! Job Summary: The Director of Maintenance oversees and leads maintenance procedures and actions such as repairs and upkeep operations of our facilities and landscapes. The Director of Maintenance is well-versed in all maintenance processes and health and safety regulations. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Directs the maintenance programs and processes within the plants to ensure timely and effective production Coordinates with other management staff to ensure efficiency in preventative maintenance and new equipment installation Oversees facilities design and inspection, equipment repair and installation Creating and implementing policies to optimize the operations of the maintenance department Supervise the maintenance personnel, including scheduling shifts, assigning tasks, directing work, and conducting performance assessments Carry out inspections of the facilities to identify and resolve issues Plan and oversee all repair and installation activities Allocate workload and supervise & upkeep staff for completion of tasks Monitor equipment inventory and place orders when necessary Manage relationships with contractors and service providers Keep maintenance logs and report on daily activities Responsible form tracking expenses, reporting progress, and assigning schedules Ensure health and safety policies and compiled with Other duties as assigned Required Skills/Abilities: Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to conduct training Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software Solid understanding of plumbing and electrical systems as well as carpentry and other crafts Knowledge and understanding of GMPs, HACCP, Allergen Awareness and Quality/Hold procedures Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent Five years of maintenance management role Proven experience as maintenance manager or other managerial role Experience in planning maintenance operations Experience with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, welding, and whole-facility maintenance. Physical Requirements /Work Environment: Required to stand for long periods of time Must be able to lift 50 lbs. More than 50 pounds requires a team lift May also engage in frequent bending, stooping, squatting, pushing, and pulling Due to the open environment to the warehouse, must be able to work in various weather and temperature conditions to include extreme heat, humidity and cold Available to work extended hours Traveling from facility to facility