Technical Operations Manager - BlueTriton Brands : Job Details

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.Job DescriptionPrimo Brands is currently seeking a Technical Operations Manage r located at our Greenwood, Indiana facility and reporting to the Factory Manager. This position is responsible for the overall leadership and supervision of the operations and technical department. The role will have a key responsibility for leading the factory in developing and executing the preventative maintenance methodologies and Primo Brands Maintenance Strategy Implementation Plans.Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:-Plan and manage the day-to-day allocation of resources (equipment, people, materials and systems) in order to efficiently, safely and cost effectively achieve performance targets as agreed with Production Management.-Ensure that a high quality of products, services, housekeeping, and hygiene standards are maintained and improved in the area.-Ensure compliance within all 10 manufacturing principles.-Review daily achievement of targets and report variances during on-the-floor and review meetings.-Coach, mentor direct reports, to build a bench of talent within the organization.-Prioritize, schedule, and ensure maintenance and repairs are completed to maximize efficiency.-Review daily maintenance effectiveness with the Technical Manager and Team members to identify opportunities for improvement.-Ensure the development and implementation of action plans to address root causes of failures and support continuous improvement initiatives.-Develop strategies and visions that that are capable of achieving optimal results for the organization.-Develop people strategies designed to engage the workforce and create continuity and high performing teams within the department.-Understand internal and external regulations, procedures and policies and apply them fairly and consistently.-Manage relationships with internal customers and suppliers, colleagues, and support services to ensure achievement of targets.QualificationsKey qualifications include:-Bachelor's degree in engineering preferably mechanical / chemical / process / electrical engineering.-Minimum 5-7 years of experience in a technical field, preferably in food and beverage manufacturing or consumer goods industry, of which several years being the leader of the Maintenance Function or Factory Engineer in a plant.-Knowledge of TPM / Maintenance Excellence programs including Asset Management, Breakdown Analysis, FMEA and Reliability Centered Maintenance.-Experience leading a Maintenance Improvement Team in a factory environment with demonstrated results.-Strong technical and leadership skills.-In-depth knowledge of TPM (Total Performance Management) / PM Pillar Systems and Tools Asset Management Software (SAP Preferred).-Breakdown Analysis.-Reliability Center Maintenance Practices.-PM Optimization.-Predictive Maintenance Technologies including (infrared, ultrasonic, vibration analysis, etc.).-Knowledge of food safety, regulatory requirements for food safety and hygienic engineering.Primo Brands' established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain® Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® and Sparkletts®, and flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® and AC+ION®. Our extensive direct-to-consumer offerings and industry-leading line-up of innovative water dispensers create consumer connectivity through recurring water purchases across Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill. At Primo Brands, our more than 11,000 associates are at the heart of what we do and deliver on our mission to provide healthy hydration to consumers wherever, however and whenever they want it. We believe in fostering a respectful culture, which values our associates who are deeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and the sustainability of our packaging and water sources for generations to come.Primo Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])