POM Wonderful · 14 hours ago
Facilities Maintenance Manager
POM Wonderful is a leading producer of fresh pomegranates and pomegranate juice, committed to health and sustainability. The Utilities Maintenance Manager is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of plant utility systems while leading a team to ensure compliance and reliability in maintenance strategies.
ConsumerFood and BeverageManufacturing
Responsibilities
Champion a zero-incident culture; enforce company Environmental, Safety & Health (ESH) policies, OSHA/Cal-OSHA requirements, and LOTO/arc-flash/electrical safety procedures
Own PSM/RMP elements for ammonia refrigeration (e.g., Management of Change, Mechanical Integrity, Process Hazard Analysis, compliance audits, incident investigations, training, emergency planning) and maintain complete, accessible documentation
Ensure utilities and wastewater operations meet all regulatory permits, inspections, and reporting (daily/weekly/monthly/annual). Respond to audits and drive closure of corrective actions
Oversee day-to-day operation, maintenance, and repair of ammonia refrigeration systems, boilers and plant steam, compressed air systems, cooling towers/chilled water, plant water, wastewater treatment, and fire systems to achieve availability, capacity, quality, and energy targets
Schedule and verify preventive and predictive maintenance (PM/PdM), develop procedures/SOPs, and drive root-cause analysis (RCA) to eliminate chronic failures
Monitor performance data (temperatures/pressures, vibration, thermography, flows, energy usage) and implement corrective actions to optimize efficiency and reliability
Ensure reliability of incoming utility power and plant distribution (switchgear, MCCs, transformers); plan testing, coordination studies, and maintenance with qualified resources
Support controls/BAS/PLC troubleshooting and standards; review and approve changes impacting utilities safety and reliability
Oversee building, grounds, and facility systems (HVAC/RTUs, fans, roofs, lighting, fire protection) to ensure a safe, compliant, and functional environment
Lead and develop a team of Utilities Maintenance Technicians, a PSM Specialist, and MRO/Stores coordination; set expectations, assign work, coach performance, and build bench strength through training and qualification programs
Foster engagement, ownership, and cross-training to ensure adequate coverage for a 24/7 operation
Administer the CMMS to plan/schedule work, manage backlog, set PM/PdM intervals, and maintain accurate asset histories and compliance records
Review and approve SOPs, job plans, and technical documentation for utility equipment
Scope, justify, plan, and execute utilities/facilities capital projects (design, submittals, commissioning, turnover) on time and on budget
Manage contractors, bids, and FAT/SAT; verify as-built documentation and training at handover
Own utilities/facilities operating budget (labor, maintenance, energy, water/chemicals) and deliver productivity, reliability, and energy savings
Prepare weekly/monthly performance summaries for leadership and implement Lean and reliability best practices (5S, standard work, RCA/CA, FMEA, criticality analysis)
Lead response to utilities outages, ammonia leaks, equipment failures, and weather events; coordinate notifications, stabilization, root cause, and corrective actions
Qualification
Required
Mechanical/electrical fundamentals; ability to interpret P&IDs, one-lines, and equipment schematics
PSM/RMP compliance (MOC, MI, PHA, audits, incident investigation)
CMMS proficiency (planning, scheduling, KPIs); basic SCADA/BAS/PLC literacy
Strong troubleshooting, RCA, and preventive/predictive maintenance practices
Vendor/contractor management and project management skills
Clear written and verbal communication; ability to collaborate across Operations, EHS, Quality, and Engineering
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, or related Engineering field; or equivalent experience (10+ years) in utilities/facilities with PSM oversight
5+ years in Utilities/Facilities systems management (ammonia, boilers/steam, compressed air, water/wastewater, HVAC, electrical distribution) within 24/7 manufacturing/processing
5+ years of people leadership (multi-craft teams; planning/scheduling; contractor management)
Benefits
Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future
24/7 online physician consultations
Virtual mental health resources
Life coaching
Engaging employee community groups
Cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements
Library of on-demand fitness videos
Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.
Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.
Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward.
Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace.
Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving, allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities.
Company
POM Wonderful
POM Wonderful is the manufacturer and distributor of a juice made of pomegranates.
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