Winery Engineering & Maintenance Manager
Winery Engineering & Maintenance Manager
Oliver Winery, the 30th largest winery in the country, has an opening for an experienced Engineering & Maintenance Manager. This is a critical leadership position responsible for the technical integrity, operational efficiency, and long-term reliability of the winery and hospitality facilities. This role oversees all aspects of facility maintenance, capital projects, and engineering standards to ensure seamless high-volume production while maintaining strict safety and quality compliance.
Not only will you get the opportunity to work on large projects, you will own the maintenance of our wine-making equipment, the production line all on a 4.5 day work week so you have time to enjoy your weekends. We offer a very competitive benefits package including an impressing 401k program, United Healthcare insurance, a generous wine discount, and great people to work with everyday!
Maintenance and Reliability Strategy
- Develop and execute a comprehensive Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) program to minimize unscheduled downtime.
- Manage the maintenance team ensuring high engagement and technical skill development.
- Perform and delegate hands-on repair work in a prioritized and timely manner.
- Oversee the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to track work orders, spare parts inventory, and equipment history.
- Analyze and improve results of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), and Mean Time to Repair (MTTR).
Engineering and Capital Projects
- In close collaboration with the VP of Operations, lead the design, installation, and commissioning of new production lines, including conveyors, filters, fillers, pasteurizers, and packaging equipment.
- Ensure Capital projects for production equipment and facilities upgrades are delivered on time and within financial constraints.
- Implement automation and robotics solutions to improve throughput and reduce manual labor dependencies.
- Optimize and lead installation and upgrades of utility systems, including steam boilers, glycol chillers systems, CO2 and Nitrogen systems, compressed air, and wastewater treatment processes.
Operational Excellence & Safety
- Ensure 100% compliance with OSHA, EPA, and FDA/SQF food safety standards.
- Oversees recordkeeping and inspections for various compliance areas (Homeland Security, Fire Marshal inspections, Insurance Adjustor, Elevator/Boiler Inspections, etc).
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste and energy consumption.
- Partner with Quality Assurance to ensure all equipment meets sanitary design and CIP (Clean-in-Place) requirements.
- Effectively collaborates with department managers to formulate department goals and initiatives to support achievement of overall company goals.
Requirements
- 5+ years of maintenance or engineering leadership in a high-speed manufacturing environment (Beverage, Food, or CPG preferred).
- Proficiency in PLC programming (Allen Bradley/Siemens) and SCADA systems
- Deep understanding of food processing equipment, liquid filling technology, labeling, and palletizing.
- Knowledge of sustainable manufacturing practices and water/energy reduction
- Experience managing high-pressure steam, refrigeration, and CO2 systems.
- Experience leading, managing and developing staff.
- Experience with Microsoft Office and maintenance software.
- Experience with reviewing and development of technical/architectural/engineering drawings.
- Experience with vendor negotiations.
- Project management experience.
- Ability to prioritize and multitask effectively.
- Ability to lift or move a minimum of 50 pounds regularly.
- Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and all other municipal and state codes.
- Possession of a valid driver's license and ability to be insured on company vehicles.
- Due to the nature of our business, must be at least 21 years of age.
SUCCESS FACTORS/JOB COMPETENCIES:
- Works on feet for extended periods of time.
- Enjoys problem solving/troubleshooting.
- Detail oriented and highly organized.
- Shows good judgment, initiative, and integrity.
- Seeks new knowledge and experiences to enhance value as Oliver Winery employee.
- Interacts well with customers and vendors, as well as fellow employees and winery managers.
- Takes ownership of responsibilities.
- Willingness to communicate in a persuasive and constructive manner that leads to positive change.
In addition, all successful winery employees will be able to:
- Use your attitude and effort to contribute to a positive work environment.
- Be thoughtfully engaged and do your best work. Every day.
- Model the winery values: Respect People, Expect Quality, Think Differently, Get Stuff Done.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This is a physical job in a winery/production setting that will require long periods of standing, walking, lifting, climbing ladders and the ability to observe others and the work environment. This position may occasionally be exposed to wet or humid conditions, work near moving mechanical parts, outdoor power equipment, chemicals, and outdoor weather conditions.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
· Annual performance review conducted by Management.
· Annual goals to be determined collaboratively with Supervisors.
Typical Schedule: Position is full-time, salaried. Typical schedule is Monday-Friday with occasional night/weekend work, usually 4.5 days per week. This role often requires "on-call" availability for critical equipment failures to ensure 24/7 production continuity.
FLSA Classification: Full-Time Exempt
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