What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Engineering/Maintenance position at Natalie's Orchid Island Juice Company?
Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Company seeks a Director of Engineering to join our growing team!
At Natalie’s, we want the quality of our ingredients to shine. That’s why we hand select & source the finest fruits & vegetables available. Our juices are handcrafted in small batches to ensure authentic freshness. For over 30 years our family has specialized in producing world-class juice on a worldwide scale.
This position is responsible for the overall function and reliability of plant facilities including buildings, grounds, machinery, supporting equipment and maintenance department mechanics. This position is also responsible for creating / maintaining and improving upon programs / plans including CMMS, preventative and predictive maintenance, OEE, SOP’s, Safety and OSHA compliance, stormwater and wastewater programs.
The successful candidate will be high energy, hands-on and results oriented with a strong work ethic who takes ownership and has a sense of urgency.
Must have the ability to train and mentor engineering department staff.
Minimum Requirements and skills:
5 years of maintenance management experience in a juice, dairy, or pasteurized beverage environment.
Working knowledge and troubleshooting capability for electrical power controls (PLC, VFD, instruments including Allen Bradley, Direct Logics, HMI).
Working knowledge of Pasteurizers, pumps, valves, tanks, and controls.
Working knowledge of high-speed bottle fillers, cappers, case packers, conveyors, and controls.
Working knowledge of ammonia and freon refrigeration systems and controls.
Working knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems and controls.
THIS IS AN EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY FOR A LEADER WITH THE ABILITY TO EFFECT CHANGE IN A DEPARTMENT AND COMPANY.
We offer a competitive salary, paid vacation and sick leave, health benefits and 401k match.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- On call
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Florida: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- maintenance mgmt in a juice, dairy, or pasteurized beverage: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple Locations