Vice President, Technical Services

 The Vice President of Technical Services will oversee Maintenance operations nationwide. Striving for utmost safety and operational excellence, you will manage a team of Senior level Maintenance leaders and help transform our HelloFresh Maintenance operations into best in class!

Role can be based in: Aurora CO, New York NY, Newark NJ, Phoenix AZ, Irving TX, Aurora IL

 

You will…

Lead & support national maintenance and reliability operations, as well as assist with all major US capital projects to ensure effective asset management, energy conservation, environmental compliance, and overall facility maintenance. Oversee integration of acquisitions as it pertains to maintenance teams  Develop training programs for SOPs pertaining to employee safety, asset protection and operating processes Systematically define, design, develop, monitor and refine the preventive, predictive and reliability-centered maintenance processes in pursuit of optimization. Ensure the appropriate preventive and predictive processes are implemented with each new project as well as stocking of all critical spares Promote better equipment performance for higher efficiency yields. Reduce and improve maintenance work wherever feasible ensuring efficient and reliable facility operations, processes and equipment while protecting and prolonging the economic life of facility assets at optimal cost. Apply value analysis to repair/replace, repair/redesign, and make/buy decisions; manages monthly/yearly budgets to ensure cost controls; implements KPI’s to track internal measurements. Establish and maintain world class standards for food safety regarding storage and handling within the DCs. Establish/maintain a work order system to ensure all work orders and PMs are completed successfully and on a timely basis. Support the plans and activities associated with the effective management of distribution quality, performance, service, asset stewardship and cost for the facilities. Continuous Improvement – Cultivate a culture that focuses on continuous improvement through innovation, technology, and process control. Manages business relationships with external contractors. Business Partner Collaboration – Optimize distribution efficiency through execution with key vendors, customers, and internal business units.

 

You Have.....

Leadership: Able to influence wide groups of individuals at various levels. Performance management: both programs and employees. Problem Solving/Analysis Detailed Oriented and Results Driven Communication Proficiency: speak to employees with tact and diplomacy Time Management: tracking/monitoring production and maintaining productivity Technical Capacity: computer literacy to input information into the computer Learning Orientation: able to take direction and relay information to employees

 

 At a minimum you have…

Bachelor’s degree required, Master's degree preferred in an Engineering discipline or international equivalent 12+ years’ experience in a maintenance management role Food Industry experience a plus but not required 5 + years in multi-location facilities and maintenance management A vision and know how to communicate it; you’re a strategic leader with great follow-through who gets excited to drive change and lead innovation projects. Proven track record in team development and leadership of teams with 50+ team members High level leadership experience in structured maintenance practices Working knowledge of OSHA, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), SQF, HACCP, FDA, USDA Based out of one of our Distribution Centers this position requires heavy travel to all sites 

You’ll get… 

Competitive salary, 401k with company match that vests immediately upon participation, and company equity plan based on role Generous PTO, including sabbatical, and parental leave of up to 16 weeks Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment Tuition reimbursement for continuing education Up to 75% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Every plate, and Factor_)    Access to 7 different Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including those for BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+ Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities. However, the Company reserves the right to adjust, modify, or reassign work tasks and responsibilities as needed to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, or other factors.

 

Posting Deadline: December 30, 2024

New York Pay Range$255,000—$280,000 USDColorado Pay Range$245,000—$270,000 USDIllinois Pay Range$245,000—$270,000 USD