Technical Manager
- American Canyon, CA
- $115,000-155,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Setting and adhering to the budget for all Asset and facility related spend for the site.
- Building a high performing team and formalize long term development and succession plans
- Manage capex projects according to the available standards in coordination with suppliers, global functions and the operational streams
- Holds the accountability for the engineering master plan and executes line & asset related technical improvements in line with BC's asset management policies and global standards
- Leads standardization of maintenance procedures (planning & resources), asset life cycle management, M & R (Maintenance and Reliability) intelligence systems and drives the digitization journey
- Manages the capabilities development plan of his/her team while aiming for world class cost control, zero breakdown and ensuring permanent compliance with food safety, environmental, food safety and quality measures.
- Assures business continuity, leads the site's carbon footprint reduction program, and reduces the energy costs (optimal use of utilities and technology)
- Participates in technology platforms & share equipment related knowledge to foster standardization and efficiency
- Oversees the execution of maintenance for utilities equipment, in line with suppliers' recommendations, BC global standards while adhering to local legislations
- Oversees the execution of maintenance on facility's (buildings, roads, security, waste flows etc.) while assuring people safety and food safety on site
- Must promote a safe working environment and good GMP's
- Works within all regulatory requirements
- Conducting safety audits and on-site inspections to identify workplace hazards and unsafe equipment, working practices or working conditions
- Investigating incidents by conducting comprehensive Root Cause Analysis and developing and implementing action plans;
- Research, evaluate, and recommend changes to technology, equipment, systems, or processes that will improve the organization's performance.
- Perform all other related duties as requested
- Bachelor or Master Degree in Engineering or similar
- Experience of lean, TPM, six sigma or similar operating systems
- Experience in Project Portfolio Management
- Knowledge ce:and experience of digital systems supporting maintenance and engineering
- Comfortable working with Microsoft and Google applications
- Minimum local language fluency plus English (advanced)
- 5+ years' experience leading and managing large teams
- Has lead maintenance and engineering departments
- Technically astute and understands various types of equipment, systems and facilities.
- Understands all aspects of product manufacturing and operational protocols (e.g. GMP, HACCP etc.)
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills both upward and downward
- Works well under pressure, enabling his/her team to thrive under all circumstances
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Comfortable with managing positive change
- Self-starter and results driven mind set
- Competitive compensation package including salary ($115,000 - $155,000 based on experience and location), benefits, and vacation time
- 12 paid holidays
- Collaborative atmosphere with like-minded individuals who are passionate about chocolate
- The ability to grow your career within an organization that values development and internal career growth
- An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC! Just ask our champions with the Americas Women's Forum and the Racial Equality Forum!
- Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth
- Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.