Job Description
Title of Role: Equipment Maintenance Manager
Department: Maintenance
East West Tea is seeking a talented, passionate, and experienced Equipment Maintenance Manager to join our Operations team! If you're someone who takes pride in building strong collaborative teams, optimizing maintenance strategies, and supporting a mission-driven company rooted in service, wellbeing, and sustainability, this is the job for you!
The Equipment Maintenance Manager will be a hands-on leader who is experienced in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is eager to make a meaningful impact by driving equipment reliability, safety, and performance. This role focuses exclusively on production equipment, partnering closely with Safety, Quality, Production, Facilities, and Supply Chain to ensure equipment performance aligns with business goals. This is a key operational leader who supports safe, reliable, and efficient production by developing and executing a world-class maintenance strategy.
WHO WE ARE:
We are the well-being company that exists to inspire and enhance everyday life through trust and good will. Our guiding principles, beliefs, and philosophies shape our culture. They are the essence of our culture and define how we do what we do.
We are Intentional – we chose to lead with positive intent. Mindful – we are present and aware of how we show up in the world. People – we value and respect all people and communities. Authentic – we are real and transparent with everything we do. Committed – we are committed to quality products while sustaining our planet. Trust – we consistently align our words with our actions.
OUR INVESTMENT IN YOU:
- We have exceptional wellbeing-focused benefits including health, dental, vision and alternative care, life and insurance, retirement, paid time off, company picnics, social activities, and a surprise every so often! Who doesn't love a surprise?
- This position is located in Eugene, Oregon.
- As a certified B Corp, we're a company that lives our values every day.
- We work in a LEED certified facility which prioritizes the planet in our daily operations and optimizes our employee experience while at work.
- We prioritize sustainability as a business by embedding it into our values, our strategic priorities, our decision-making, and our resource allocations.
- Our Nourish Market provides employees subsidized healthy lunch and snack options.
- We commit to our purpose in every aspect of our culture.
- We have employees that are committed to “Doing Good” in our community and around the world.
- We are a growing company with products that customers love.
- We believe in investing in you and your growth and development.
WHAT YOU'LL OWN:
Safety & Culture 15% of time
- Build and model a culture of safety, both people and food, ensuring all maintenance activities follow best practices, in compliance with federal and local regulations
- Lead and develop a safety-minded team of technicians with an emphasis on hazard identification, LOTO compliance, continuous learning, and root cause analysis
People Management 20% of time
- Perform all managerial duties including performance evaluations, coaching and feedback, goal setting, engagement action planning, recognition, and development
- Lead, coach, and develop the Maintenance Technician team to meet operational and business strategies
Equipment Strategy and Reliability 35% of time
- Develop and execute a site-wide equipment maintenance strategy focused on safety, product quality, uptime, reliability, and cost management
- Ensure equipment is properly maintained and in compliance with all internal policies and regulations. Stay updated on emerging policy or regulation changes
- Own and report on key maintenance KPIs including uptime, food safety, and PM compliance
Standards and Controls 20% of time
- Establish and maintain maintenance standards, including work instructions, SOPs, and troubleshooting guides
- Oversee technician training and certification to ensure skills match equipment and compliance requirements
- Drive consistent use of the CMMS for work order tracking, inventory control, and maintenance history
- Support company product projects with trials, test design, and technical advice
Budget and Capital Expense 10% of time
- Partner with Engineering on the selection, installation, and commissioning of new equipment
- Manage the maintenance operating budget, ensuring spending aligns with business objectives and cost efficiency
WHAT YOU KNOW AND HAVE EXPERIENCED:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field; equivalent experience in manufacturing maintenance may be considered
- 5+ years of progressive maintenance or engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally food, beverage, or CPG
- Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and PLC-based systems
- Demonstrated experience leading technical teams and building development plans
- Proficient in CMMS systems and maintenance KPI reporting
- Lean Manufacturing background strongly preferred
- Familiar with compliance/GMPs and CFR Parts 111/117
YOU'LL BE A GREAT FIT:
- Strong critical thinking ability to navigate and solve complex problems
- Solid work ethic, self-starter, and result-oriented
- Natural ability to develop strong, trusting relationships
- Enjoys collaborating with cross-functional partners
- Responsible and high degree of ownership
- Thrives in an ever-changing work environment
- Effectively manages multiple responsibilities
- Balances attention to detail and swift execution
WHAT WE DO:
We manufacture Yogi and Choice Organics brand products. Yogi has over 40 tea blends made from 140 exotic spices and botanicals sourced from 100% non-GMO growers around the globe. These herbal, green, and black teas are formulated for delicious taste and healthful benefits. Choice Organics offers a collection of organic traditional tea, herbal tea, and unique, flavorful organic tea blends. All sourced from 100% organic and non-GMO growers worldwide for a full-flavored taste experience.
East West Tea Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value and respect each person's individuality and unique talents. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
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