Benchmark Consulting Hiring for Facilities Operations Manager – Oak Ridge Winery Job at Lodi, CA Full Time

Company Description

Oak Ridge winery is a family owned and operated winery that strives to be a leader in the wine industry and to work with exceptional people who share our values. We produce many well-known brands from our family vineyards and purchased grapes from the Lodi appellation and beyond.

Job purpose

Responsible for overseeing, coordinating and supervising the operational and functional processes of all maintenance systems, including, but not limited to work of employees in the general maintenance, upkeep of buildings, grounds, equipment, overseeing all Bottling Line maintenance, and overseeing all construction projects and improvements to the winery.

Duties and responsibilities

Essential Duties:

• Develop and maintain preventative and predictive maintenance programs; conduct inspections; recommend equipment modifications, troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Set priorities for projects and work orders; oversees and coordinate with contractors and vendor equipment technicians; works with All Departments to prioritize and schedule maintenance work
• Define and enforce electrical, mechanical, construction, and safety programs
• Oversees the inventory of purchased parts; ensures technical documentation library and development of maintenance requirements for new equipment is maintained; direct the use of the maintenance management system (CMMS)
• Establish, prioritize, and maintain all maintenance records, equipment warranties, and inventory of maintenance related winery-owned assets
• Works with Bottling Line Supervisor to troubleshoot equipment issues and maintain spare parts
• Oversee preventative maintenance of machines, trouble shooting equipment issues, changeovers, and maintain spare parts inventory
• Work with Risk Management Administrator to maintain all documentation relevant to all CalARP Action Plans (PHA, MIA, Seismic, Compliance, etc.)
• Work with Risk Management Administrator to ensure compliance with, monitor permits, and manage reporting for all facilities related governmental regulations (CUPA, CERS, Hazmat, SJVAPC, Water District Resource Board, & Universal Waste)

Project Management:

• Create Request For Quote (RFQ) documentation for quote requests and tendering efforts
• Lead tenders and negotiations to effectively control costs within project
• Actively seek to improve processes, throughput, the environmental footprint and staff morale on every project
• Apply tools to assess risk and change management implications for every project, and integrate into project scopes as required
• Effectively implement capital, maintenance and repair projects in form and on time, supported by qualitive feedback from key stakeholders
• Proactively ensure contractors are effectively inducted and adhering to internal and external compliance requirements
• Effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders throughout during project implementation to ensure they are aware and informed of relevant progress

Leadership & People Management:

• Set clear expectations to staff and constantly provide feedback ensuring to provide recognition when appropriate for the results achieved by both individuals and teams
• Provide guidance, coaching and/or mentoring to staff to help achieve department and individual goals, and improve performance
• Continual assessment of department talent pool, identification and development of succession plans for key roles
• Foster a results driven environment through teamwork and the demonstration of ORW values
• Lead by example and set a standard of excellence for all ORW employees

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Engineering or related field – Desirable

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years’ management experience in facilities maintenance (relevant experience in the wine and spirits industry desired)
• Industrial Refrigeration Process Knowledge a MUST!
• Proven experience in maintenance related programs
• Strong negotiation skills and experienced in vendor management
• Basic understanding of QSE management systems
• Strong computer literacy skills
• Strong understanding of risk management principles
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional project management skills

Working conditions

This job entails being available to come in at varying and extended times, some weekend work, some night shifts, Overtime hours, and may be called in for emergencies when required. At times may be working in areas with unpleasant odors, excessive noise, excessive cold or heat, dust, and chemicals.

Physical requirements

At times this job frequently requires standing, kneeling, bending, stooping, twisting, walking on uneven and slippery floors, working at heights for extended periods of time. May be in awkward position; reaching forward, overhead, neck flexion/extension, grasping/handling objects. Climbing stairs or ladder carrying objects. Carrying, pushing, pulling objects 25- 75 pounds.

Direct reports

Maintenance Technicians

Bottling Line Technicians