Maintenance Lead

At Russell Stover, not only do we love chocolate, but we love our jobs! Every day we go to work exhibiting our values of excellence, innovation, entrepreneurship, responsibility, and collaboration. Working at Russell Stover you'll be part of the leading manufacturer of boxed, seasonal, and sugar-free chocolates. For over 100 years, Russell Stover Chocolates, Whitman's, and Pangburn's have been crafted with the finest ingredients to bring happiness to generations. Today, we produce over 55 million pounds of chocolate annually, and our legacy brands can be found in 13 company-owned stores and over 9,000 wholesale accounts. Join our team and let's continue making chocolate lovers happy!

A day in the life...

As the General Maintenance Lead, you will be in charge of leading everyday maintenance of the plant. This could include things like preventative maintenance on machinery, electrical equipment, HVAC, plumbing, etc.; troubleshooting and problem solving on a frequent basis, and paperwork pertaining to your area. Every new hire is assigned to a specific area of the plant and are then able to specialize in that specific area. You can also expect cross-functional training within the department. You will also direct, train, and assist employees as well as ensuring your specific area remains safe, efficient, and up to quality standards.

What you will be doing...

• Direct, control, monitor, assist and train employees assigned to a specific area, line or team per Supervisor's instructions
• Maintains records, delivers, inspects and performs all activities required of other members of the area, line or team
• Communicate with and delegate tasks to team members
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain machinery and equipment
• Perform equipment preventive maintenance services using appropriate checklists; inspects, analyzes and diagnoses all machine and assembly component problems and defects, using diagnostic equipment as required
• Operates and maintain machinery, equipment and tools in a safe and proficient manner according to guidelines, standards and instructions
• Set up equipment, makes adjustments, and performs maintenance activities
• Account for all labor, parts and operational supplies in an accurate and timely fashion
• Ensure safe and proper use of tools and equipment; ensures hand tools are free of defects; maintains neat and orderly work area, including proper storage/disposal of lubricants, solvents, paint and other chemicals in accordance with OSHA, EPA and other regulatory agencies and company policy.
• Create and manufacture parts and tools to support the maintenance of production equipment
• Apply BDA to evaluate service effectiveness, perform Root Cause Analysis to prevent recurring HVAC issues, and maintain a clean, efficient work environment using 5S principles
• Performs clean-up activities as assigned
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure product quality and maintain compliance with food safety standards
• Complete and follow FSQA training and programs to comply with regulatory requirements, ensure consumer safety, and support the plant's food safety and quality objectives
• Promptly report and take appropriate action on any observed or potential food safety hazards, process deviations, or non-conformities by notifying the designated plant supervisor, in accordance with your role and responsibilities
• Actively contributes to the continuous improvement of the company's Food Safety Culture through engagement and actions aligned with your role

This job posting is not all inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

Do you have what it takes?

(Basic Qualifications)

• Strong maintenance background with 3-5 years of relevant experience
• Mechanical aptitude/ Good Troubleshooter
• Must be able to read and understand machine drawings, schematics, parts lists, and other equipment information
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently, with or without an accommodation
• Experience with electrical, plumbing, lathes, mills, other shop equipment and basic building and grounds maintenance
• Understanding of relevant OSHA and HAZCOM regulations
• Proven record of dependability and high-quality standards
• Basic computer knowledge

Do you stand above the rest?

(Preferred Qualifications)

• Production or Manufacturing experience
• Lead or supervisor experience
• HVAC or ammonia refrigeration knowledge

Experience Life at Russell Stover Plants!

• Safety First: Your well-being is our top priority, and we've got you covered with protective gear. On day one, you'll dive into Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) training, and we'll keep you on your toes with daily safety tips to ensure you're always in the know!
• Surroundings: Get ready to work alongside a variety of equipment like automated packing machines, forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and those irresistible chocolate candy banks/steels - it's a dynamic environment where every day brings something new!
• Active & Engaging Work: Whether you're on your feet for extended periods, moving around, climbing ladders, or lifting up to 50 lbs, there's never a dull moment. This is a place where you'll stay on the move!
• Comfortable Climate: In most roles, you will be comfortable year-round with our climate-controlled environment.
• Appealing Smells: The air is filled with sweet aromas of chocolate, and by the time your shift ends, you might just leave smelling like chocolate!
• Dress to Impress (Food Safety Style): A simple yet important dress code ensures safety and hygiene, following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to keep everything running smoothly.
• Allergens: You will be exposed to a variety of ingredients that may be considered food allergens.

At Russell Stover Chocolates, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Russell Stover Chocolates is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all people without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Employment by Russell Stover Chocolates is contingent upon I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification, passing the urinalysis drug screen, education verification, and satisfactory reference and background checks.

Make Happy. Work Happy.

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