Director of Maintenance at Judge Group

Director of Maintenance - Fortune 500 Manufacturing Company - Richmond, VA 

A renowned Fortune 500 company operating in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry is seeking a Director of Maintenance for their 850k sq ft facility in Richmond, VA. This position will oversee the entire maintenance program. The company is global leader in manufacturing and distributing a diverse range of CPG products. With a strong commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, they have consistently earned a place among the top players in the CPG sector.

Compensation: $185,000 - $200,000 + 17% bonus + LTI + Relocation Package for candidates moving. Benefits begin day 1: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 20 days PTO, 401k with 6% match, 2024 merit increase review.

Job Description:

Oversee 4 Maintenance Managers (Facilities, Reliability, Execution, Automation) with a large indirect staff. 

Union environment, 

TPM experience required. 

CPG, Food, Pharmaceutical, Automotive backgrounds are desirable. 

Drive the site's Production and Utility assets' uptime performance by leading teams with urgency and focusing on executing preventative/predictive maintenance programs

Implement the Progressive Maintenance Strategy, optimizing cost-effective maintenance & reliability strategies in support of IL6S and plant business goals

Coordinate technical training opportunities for associates to enhance skills and knowledge

Manage production and facility/utility asset maintenance to maximize resource and funding efficiency for short- and long-term plans

Foster a proactive Preventative/Proactive-driven culture to optimize cost-effective maintenance & reliability for the line/plant

Support plant teams in reviewing/developing operating standards, line speeds, Global Efficiency (GE), etc., to identify and capitalize on improvement opportunities

Coach, mentor, and develop Maintenance leadership staff

Coordinate production equipment and facility maintenance activities, including capital projects, to enhance equipment reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness

Ensure adherence to people safety and risk management regulations and procedures

Champion GE improvement initiatives and equipment reliability improvement plans

Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Prioritize food safety systems and procedures in daily decision making

Collaborate with various stakeholders including Government Authorities Enforcement Agencies, Professional Associations, Business Schools/University, etc.

Qualifications:

Engineering degree / Similar Discipline

At least 5 years' experience in a similar Maintenance Leadership role

Previous experience with Proactive Maintenance and other TPM or related Integrated Lean Six Sigma reliability programs is a plus.

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills

Ability to interpret drawings, technical manuals, specifications, and regulations

Keen business acumen and a solid understanding of maintenance costs

Hands-on leadership and coaching abilities with a track record of empowering, developing & motivating teams

Effective problem resolution skills with a focus on the bigger picture

Ability to engage with Government Authorities Enforcement Agencies, Professional Associations, Business Schools/University, etc.