Maintenance Manager

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for all plant maintenance including facilities, utilities, and operations to reduce downtime and achieve peak plant efficiencies. Will direct all capital engineering design and projects to completion and work with appropriate vendors. This position will have direct responsibility for the Maintenance team and their performance, assisted by the maintenance supervisor. This role has responsibility for ensuring both food safety and quality of Chobani product.

• Prepare and operate within established maintenance operating budget and monitor departmental expenditures.
• Assists with planning and cost estimates for annual and longer-term capital budgets.
• Responsible for implementing the capital plan to include all engineering design and project management, working with both internal and external resources.
• Be acquainted with environmental regulations and ensure compliance with all operational permits. Directs all aspects of building operations including maintenance, repairs, and renovations.
• Establishes criteria for assessing the quality of work performed by employees and contractors.
• Supervises the completion of work through review of reports, frequent site inspections and conferences with operations and vendors regarding electrical & plumbing equipment, HVAC systems, electric motors, ventilating fans, air conditioning and electrical control units.
• Investigates the condition of buildings, equipment and grounds, and recommends improvements in the facilities to ensure that needs are met.
• Broad knowledge & experience in project management & facilities administration with demonstrated ability to lead projects, including the construction of large projects, and personnel.
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with superb time management and project scheduling skills.
• Comprehensive information on construction processes, trade practices, standards, building codes & regulations.
• Excellent administrative and follow-up skills to achieve successful maintenance and repair programs.
• Follow Chobani's safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or related technical field preferred.
• Minimum five years' experience in food plant maintenance.
• Must be computer literate; experienced in using computer software applications such as CADD, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project Management, etc.
• Must have complete understanding of PLC and logic controls for high speed operating equipment.
• Prior experience using production environment SAP a plus
• Basic Asset Reliability knowledge and accounting knowledge required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the stated requirements.
• Serve as back up in the absence of Maintenance Supervisor

La Colombe is a leading coffee roaster in pursuit of excellent coffee for all since its inception in 1994. Through ethical trade with growers, advocating for equity, and empowering their communities, La Colombe continues to be a pioneer and raises the standards for outstanding quality coffee. The brand is known for providing beloved signature blends, exceptional single-origin coffees, and the world's first-ever textured canned cold latte. La Colombe operates 32 cafes across Philadelphia, New York, Chicago, Boston, Los Angeles, Austin, and Washington, D.C. La Colombe's celebrated coffees are also available in cafes, hotels, restaurants and retailers worldwide. In 2023, La Colombe was acquired by Chobani, a next-generation food and beverage company on a mission to make nutritious food accessible to all.

For more information on La Colombe, visit www.lacolombe.com.

Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.