Who We Are   

At Lindt, we are a global fast-growing consumer goods company, enchanting the world with premium chocolate. We are driven by our passion for excellence and go the extra mile ensuring that every Lindt experience is nothing short of exceptional. Our collective efforts are geared towards making a positive impact, not only in the world of premium chocolate but also in the lives of our employees, customers, and communities. Our company embraces a culture defined by the core values of Excellence, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Responsibility, and Collaboration, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment where these principles drive our success. 

Who We Are  

At Lindt, we are a global fast-growing consumer goods company, enchanting the world with premium chocolate. We are driven by our passion for excellence and go the extra mile ensuring that every Lindt experience is nothing short of exceptional. Our collective efforts are geared towards making a positive impact, not only in the world of premium chocolate but also in the lives of our employees, customers, and communities. Our company embraces a culture defined by the core values of Excellence, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Responsibility, and Collaboration, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment where these principles drive our success.

Position Purpose:

The individual in this position is responsible to manage, lead and intergrate the work of the Facilities and Maintenance staff to ensure day-to-day responsibilities are achieved in a timely and responsive manner to support business processes and Manufacturing operations campus wide.  Provide all necessary supervision of execution of relatively complex project activities. Ensures deliverables are relevant and meet company standards.   

This person is also responsible for assessing, analyzing and implementing facility projects or efficiency improvements on a project basis.  In addition, this person is responsible for identifying, hiring and monitoring outside contractors to ensure all campus facilities, grounds and office areas are efficiently and cost effectively maintained.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

Responsibilities

• Exhibit leadership qualities that move the business forward through the collective talents and efforts of self and others

• Empowering team members to deliver results against established goals and priorities, while creating an environment where everyone can do their best work

• Continuously improving the operation, driving innovation, including the utilization of new technology and automation with effective utilization of capital and return on investment

• Collaborate with key partners to develop annual plans; Facilities budget, capital budget,  headcount and labor plan, etc

• Provide input and leadership to achieve optimization of assets as well as lead safety initiatives in technical areas. Champion or support design, improvements, and systems to support safety excellence.

• Manage and maintain a preventative maintenance program that optimizes production machinery performance and availability.  Partner with Production and Engineering to implement technical machine improvement and efficiency gains.

• Responsible for the repair of production equipment in a timely, efficient manner, minimizing machine down-time; Order and maintain stock supply of equipment parts in an effort to minimize machinery down-time and ensure timely repair, when necessary.  Manage the department budget within established guidelines and objectives.

• Responsible for maintaining a preventive maintenance program within the confines of an annual budget.  This includes but not limited to heating and HVAC system operation and repair, in addition to maintenance and repair of buildings, grounds and equipment.

• Seek innovative ways to improve productivity through the introduction of new technologies, methods, and controls. Monitor technology trends and looks for new opportunities

• Support of any urgent requests and/or escalations to ensure quick and immediate resolution and communication with stakeholders.

• In Depth understanding of Lean Manufacturing principals

• Strong analytical skills and in depth understanding of statistical probability

• Work with Quality Assurance / Improvement to ensure that property complies with Risk Management and OSHA requirements

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal clients; establish consistent communication mediums with internal clients which will enable timely notification of needs and problems; continually strive to enhance the level of service provided by the department.

• Responsible to manage the group of emergency contact people to respond to facility related emergency issues at all times.  This group assigns resources and provides direction to implement corrective action. This group also works in conjunction with the onsite Security group and local emergency services.

• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives. Identify and execute continuous improvement projects that deliver significant annual savings in direct labor, energy, and material waste. Manage the alarm response program

External Contractors

• Manage vendor relations and supervise multi-disciplinary teams of staff that includes security, cleaning, landscaping, snow removal, locksmiths and other external vendor.

• Responsible for monitoring and renegotiating contracts with outside contractors to ensure agreed upon services are met and renewal periods are completed in a timely manner; identify alternative contractors when necessary to ensure competitive pricing and quality services are provided.

Miscellaneous

• Continuously observe areas for plant improvements and implement these opportunities for ongoing improvement projects.

• Support EHS objectives within the department to provide a safe and healthy work environment.

• Lead a daily maintenance meeting to define daily priorities an ensure schedule completion

• Advising on ways to increase energy efficiently and cost-effectiveness

Qualifications & Requirements:

Experience:

Required

• Minimum 5-8 years in plant maintenance /facilities management

Skills & Knowledge:

• Ability to start, address and prioritize process issues independently and juggle multiple issues with minimal supervision.

• Ability to effectively delegate and supervise in a fast-paced environment

• Demonstrated commitment to teamwork and internal client service orientation

• Strong and effective written and verbal communication skills

• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, machinery and mechanical trades.

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).  Ability to use AutoCAD is a plus

Education:

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering discipline.

Preferred

• MBA preferred

• Understanding of food technology preferably chocolate

• Lean/Six Sigma Certification

Other Requirements:

• Travel - up to % 10 to attend Business related functions and supplier meetings.

• Shift work/weekend work as necessary

• Available for 24/7 requests related to all shifts activities

Total Rewards:

Compensation Range: $106,000-140,000.00

To learn more about our benefits visit https://jobs.lindtusa.com/total-rewards

Lindt USA’s salary range reflects market rates based on our size, revenue, and location. Starting pay is determined using a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience as well as market conditions. A bonus and/or long-term incentive may be included as part of this compensation package.

Lindt and Sprüngli is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, local or federal law. Applicants for this position must successfully pass a background screening and may be required to pass drug screenings as well.

If you are looking to join a winning team and fast-track your career, contact us!

Join us on our journey of excellence, impact, and growth #LifeAtLindt

To learn more about our benefits visit https://jobs.lindtusa.com/total-rewards

Lindt USA’s salary range reflects market rates based on our size, revenue, and location. Starting pay is determined using a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience as well as market conditions. A bonus and/or long-term incentive may be included as part of this compensation package. 

Lindt and Sprüngli is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, local or federal law. Applicants for this position must successfully pass a background screening and may be required to pass drug screenings as well.  

If you are looking to join a winning team and fast-track your career, contact us! 

Join us on our journey of excellence, impact, and growth #LifeAtLindt