Maintenance Execution Section Manager

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.

You will lead the production operations in the Plant and delivering key performance targets (SQCDSM) in safety, quality, productivity, volumes, cost, sustainability, organizational morale.  You will ensure our manufacturing strategy is implemented and is fully effective and you will strive to build a high performing organization.

How you will contribute

You will:

• Support the 24/7 manufacturing operation by effectively leading the Maintenance Execution operations across the Portland bakery.  You lead the team that executes all corrective and preventive maintenance.
• Define and execute strategies/plans to guarantee equipment uptime in the short and long term.
• Define and execute a plan to systemically eradicate losses to drive the maximum possible OEE (overall equipment effectiveness) and minimum waste across the plant.
• Partner with the Maintenance Reliability team to develop strategies/plans to prevent downtime.
• Apply SMED (single min exchange of dies – reducing  tools to optimize changeovers).
• Partner with Engineering to develop and execute capital plans to improve equipment and facilities.
• Guarantee that products are produced according to GMP (good manufacturing practices) standards and standard operating procedures.
• Effectively manage the Maintenance & Repairs budget.
• Provide support, expertise, and guidance to your team, the rest of the Maintenance department, and the Engineering team.
• Manage portfolio, relationship, and work execution of 3rd party providers according to Mondelēz standards.
• Implement world-class manufacturing and maintenance practices.  Implement IL6S (Integrated Lean 6 Sigma) program. 
• Deliver year-over-year operational savings.  Implement practices and governance to drive continuous improvement and zero-loss mentality.
• Develop self-sufficient teams and a high-performance organization.  Effectively manage the talent, capabilities, and engagement of the team.  Create and maintain a succession plan for the M&R organization, implementing levers to attract, retain and develop talent.
• Be a champion and role model of servant leadership.
• Be a champion of Mondelēz manufacturing standards, compliance requirements, quality and safety policies, and all applicable regulations.

What you will bring:
A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:

• 10 years of experience in a maintenance role in a manufacturing setting.
• 5 years of maintenance leadership.
• Success record in developing maintenance systems.
• Success record of plant downtime reduction (MTBF, MTTR, OEE improvement). Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) and Mean Time Before/Between Failure (MTBF)
• Success record developing teams and talent, as well as developing a continuous improvement culture.
• Strong analytics and problem-solving skills.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate to all levels of the organization.  Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Solid finance acumen.
• Strong customer service mindset.
• Highly motivated and self-directed, with strong influencing and leadership skills.
• Transformational mindset.
• Preferred: TPM expertise, CPG/food manufacturing experience, automation expertise, SAP Maintenance module proficiency, unionized environment.

More about this role

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or other related fields of study. In absence of a degree 20 years industrial maintenance background with, 10 years of Maintenance Management experience, and 5 years of Maintenance Transformation leadership with quantifiable results are required.
• Previous experience with proactive maintenance and other TPM or related integrated Lean Six Sigma reliability programs is a plus. 
• Physical effort: Work typically requires low physical effort in bending, lifting, and manual dexterity. Computer/telephone use is moderate. There is some occasional travel to attend meetings/audits locally if needed. The ability to stand for long periods is essential. Frequent walking. Work requires moderate mental effort in reading, creating written documentation, meeting deadlines, problem-solving, handling multiple demands, and repetitive tasks amid constant interruptions and distractions. 
• Experience in a union environment. 
• Experience in the food industry preferred. 
• SAP PM Module experience preferred. 
• Must understand and prioritize Good Manufacturing Practices, People, and Food Safety considerations in daily decision-making and prioritization efforts. 
• Work schedule: On-site full time



Salary and Benefits:

The base salary range for this position is $109,000 to $149,875; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education and location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.

In addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

Within Country Relocation support available and for candidates voluntarily moving internationally some minimal support is offered through our Volunteer International Transfer Policy

Business Unit Summary

The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, we produce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands—including Oreo and  Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products —are close at hand for our consumers across the country.  

Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.

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