Location: Salisbury, MD
Company: Perdue Farms
Facilities/Maintenance jobs encompass a broad range of roles dedicated to the upkeep, repair, and optimization of buildings and equipment. These roles ensure operational efficiency, safety, and comfort within various environments such as commercial complexes, residential areas, and industrial sites. Key characteristics of such positions include a hands-on approach, problem-solving skills, and a thorough understanding of maintenance procedures and health and safety regulations. This field often involves coordination with multiple departments, managing emergency repairs, and conducting regular inspections to maintain high standards of functionality and appearance.
Facilities/Maintenance jobs involve ensuring that buildings and their services meet the needs of the people that work in them. These positions focus on the upkeep, repair, and smooth operation of various systems within a building, such as heating, air conditioning, electrical, plumbing, and landscaping. Key features of these roles include problem-solving skills, physical dexterity, and the ability to work with technical equipment. Maintenance staff play a crucial role in safety and functionality by addressing wear and tear, conducting regular inspections, and implementing preventative measures to maintain a suitable working environment.
actively recruiting for a Director of Maintenance Reliability to lead implementation of Maintenance & Reliability processes and best practices across Perdue’s Harvest North Division to drive equipment reliability and production efficiencies. This person will work closely with site Operations, Maintenance, Engineering and other key stakeholders to align business and division strategic reliability goals.
They will advocate, foster and champion a results-driven maintenance reliability culture that focuses on proactive maintenance at Perdue. Additionally, this role leads implementation, acceptance and adoption of CMMS practices. This position is based out of one of our three Harvest Plants
(Salisbury MD, Georgetown DE, or Accomac VA). Relocation is required to driving distance from the facility plus 75% travel to support other assigned plants. Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities Facilitate continuous improvement of Asset Maintenance Strategies that include preventive maintenance and effective utilization of predictive and other non-destructive testing methodologies designed to identify and isolate inherent reliability problems Support development of new Value – Add Division led reliability initiatives for implementation across PPF Plants.
Actively monitor asset performance and be accountable for results, reporting and updates including opportunity identification
and related action plans. Provide leadership and guidance in the development of the Plant Maintenance and Reliability Leaders Provide leadership, training, and coaching to plant Reliability Engineers to implement initiatives at plants across PPF Division.
Develop input for new ideas and concepts for establishing Maintenance Best Practices Division wide. Leverage the functionality and usage of the CMMS (Maximo) and develop input to enhance its ability to enable the work management process. Assume responsibility for personal compliance with all safety requirements and include safe practices in all implemented processes. Coordinate Improvement activities and lead backssment activities with regional and plant managers to meet the needs and priorities of the respective businesses.
Observe maintenance practices at plants and leverage innovative and superior ideas and practices to other businesses and plant. Work with Maintenance Managers and Reliability Engineers to implement reliability initiatives within department budget. Minimum Education and Experience Bachelors Degree in Engineering or a related field, with at least 10 years of experience in Engineering, Reliability or Corporate Maintenance. The 10+ years of experience should include at least 5 years of direct management experience.
The ideal candidate will also have: 5+ years’ leading reliability initiatives with accountability over multiple facilities Thorough knowledge of the function and capabilities of CMMS systems. (IBM Maximo Preferred) and world-class maintenance processes and best practices Proven team leadership and project management skills; ability to influence change. Effective performance management skills, such as employee skill development, establishing and measuring performance goals, designing and delivering training, and performance coaching. Strong communication and presentation skills Experience leading multi-site M&R improvement implementations Extensive working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, waste water and fire protection systems Experience of ammonia refrigeration/PSM a plus, technical knowledge of refrigeration and dehumidification systems preferred Ability to interpret blueprints, shop drawings, construction schedules, etc.
Knowledge of State and Federal codes and guidelines (mechanical, electrical, refrigeration and fire protection) Knowledge of controls and automation systems and safety requirements and standards for processing facilities Familiarity with MS Office (specifically Word, Excel, Power Point, Adobe, Auto CAD Preferred Education and Experience includes: Experience in Food Industry Maintenance and/or Reliability certification (CMRP, CRE, CPMM, CRL, CMM) Certifications in Predictive maintenance technologies (Vib, IR, UL, MCA/MCSA, Oil Analysis, NDT) Certification in Lean Six Sigma Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements 1.
May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another. 2. May need to access files, supplies and equipment. 3. When in a plant environment: Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity. May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db. May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility. Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company. Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
classification to include upkeep or improvements to all buildings and office buildings along with the auxiliary equipment that support these structures. Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities Perform routine preventative maintenance on buildings including but not limited to paint, trim work, shelves, doors, etc Perform general carpentry repairs to buildings in office type structures Perform general plumbing repairs to buildings in office type structures Assist in grounds maintenance when needed mowing, landscaping, snow and ice removal Compile and complete paperwork relative to repairs to include but not limited to work order, time cards and job cards Perform all work within safety
guidelines established by local, state and federal agencies as well as company policies Respond to calls after hours and on weekends as needed for unplanned emergencies Perform other tasks as assigned Minimum Education High School graduate or equivalent Experience Requirements 2 years experience Valid state drivers license Satisfactory drug test and physical Carpentry, plumbing and/or painting skills Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements Able to move freely throughout the Agri Business facilities to include climbing vertical heights (0-150') Climbing vertical ladders Carrying tools and equipment (0-50 pounds) Exposure to extreme temperatures (0-1000 degrees F) Humidity (0-100%) noise
(50db to 100db) chemicals ( MSDS sheets available) Must be able to wear protective equipment to include self-contained breathing apparatus Required to travel to remote Agri Business facilities Perdue Farms, Inc.
is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
West Chester, OH; Espy, Austin, TX; and K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic. Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products – engineered components and subsystems – for demanding military, space, commercial aerospace/industrial, and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial.
POSITION OVERVIEW: Repairs and maintains machinery, mechanical equipment such as pneumatic tools, production machines and physical structures. May require performing repairs to plumbing fixtures and woodwork. Use of testing instruments, hand and power tools and precision-measuring instruments to aid in the troubleshooting
and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment. Repairs HVAC and refrigeration systems; makes related adjustments and calibration. Assists higher-level mechanics and performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY: High School Diploma or GED plus 2 to 5 years of related experience. Ability to read ad interpret blueprints and schematics. Through knowledge of equipment and aptitude for understanding mechanical systems with formal training or education. Knowledge of PLC’s preferred. Valid driver’s license is required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Described here are characteristics representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of
this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work requires considerable and strenuous physical exertion such as frequent climbing of tall ladders, lifting heavy objects over 30 pounds, crouching or crawling in restricted areas. Working on roofs, ladders and scissor lifts to heights of 40 – 80 foot. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Characteristics described here are representative of those an incumbent will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work involves moderate risks or discomforts requiring special safety precautions.
Personal protective equipment must be used in designated areas. Work area is generally in a well-lit, air-conditioned facility; however, position does require work outside in both heat and cold. Work environment may also present high-risk exposure when working with electrical and HVAC type repairs and maintenance. Work Arrangement : Onsite Salary Range : $22.00 - $26.00 We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.
Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law. Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know.
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