Director of Maintenance & Reliability - POM Wonderful

POM Wonderful delivers a whole lot of healthy. Known for our iconic double-bubble bottle, we grow, harvest, package, and market fresh pomegranates, pomegranate arils, and a selection of delicious pomegranate-blended juices and teas. With over 9,000 acres in California’s Central Valley, POM Wonderful is committed to unleashing the antioxidant power of our handpicked pomegranates.

The Director of Maintenance & Reliability will partner with the operating teams of POM Wonderful to build a Maintenance and Reliability platform based on Total Productive Maintenance principles to drive both performance and maximize value. The main purpose of this role is to ensure that operating teams deliver the required function and level of performance in terms of service or production, in a sustainable manner, at an optimum whole life cost without compromising health, safety, environmental performance, or the organization's reputation.

• Provide thought leadership in developing practical solutions to Equipment Reliability related opportunities
• Interface directly with operating company Leadership Team
• Act as a driving force behind critical strategic, operational, and organizational initiatives with a proven track record in leading and managing enterprise-wide change initiatives
• Provide insight through analytics and drive continuous improvement implementation efforts
• Develop and execute a comprehensive reliability and maintenance strategy in collaboration with operations, engineering, and maintenance team
• Accelerate implementation of predictive and preventive maintenance programs to extend equipment lifespan and reduce unplanned downtime. Oversee all aspects and expansions of to derive further value
• Establish and drive autonomous and preventative maintenance programs to reduce stops and improve OEE
• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to set strategies to source reliable spare parts and optimize inventory management in store room (5S principles a plus)
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and track reliability metrics, such as mean time between failures (MTBF), mean time to repair (MTTR), and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
• Identify and deploy tools to help manage maintenance budget, allocate resources effectively, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations
• Foster a culture of reliability excellence by providing training, mentorship, and guidance to operations and engineering teams
• Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in reliability engineering

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Aseptic principals, specifically design systems to prevent contamination from microorganisms during procedures, ensuring a sterile environment, and minimizing risk of infection
• Strong understanding of food safety PMs and the implication on product quality
• Proactive mindset and proven ability to implement PM programs prioritization for minimizing down time
• Demonstrated understanding on implementation of Total Productive Maintenance
• Must have deep working knowledge of Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), and Asset Condition Management
• Focused, organized, and results-oriented individual with demonstrated passion for solving problems and operational excellence
• Ability to work effectively with clients at all levels of the organization both autonomously and within a team
• Understands the functionality and application of a CMMS (preferably Oracle eAM)
• Superior problem solving and analytical skills both quantitative and qualitative
• Advanced interpersonal skills, along with the ability to communicate effectively (written and orally) and maintain credibility across all levels of the organization

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in maintenance and reliability engineering, with at least 3 years leading a Maintenance & Reliability Department, developing and implementing reliability centered / based maintenance programs
• Track record of implementing reliability and LEAN improvements and successfully delivering business results
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (Master's degree preferred)

Pay Range: $160,000 - $180,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

• Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including: 
  • 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. 
• Building a Healthy Society: To date, our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives across California’s Central Valley, Fiji, and the world. In 2024, Wonderful ranked as #3 in PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care” list and was named one of Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. To learn more about our corporate social responsibility efforts, visit csr.wonderful.com.
• 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. 

POM Wonderful is the largest grower and producer of fresh pomegranates and pomegranate juice in the United States as well as the worldwide leader in fresh California pomegranates and pomegranate-based products, including our 100% pomegranate juices, healthy juice blends and teas. With nearly two million pomegranate trees in Central California, we grow, handpick and juice our own pomegranates to ensure the highest quality. Sold throughout the world and in the vast majority of North American retailers, our selection of products includes pomegranate-based juices and teas, fresh fruit when in season, and fresh arils.

POM Wonderful is part of The Wonderful Company, a successful, fast-growing privately held $6 billion company with 10,000 employees worldwide. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA. The company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $1 billion invested in environmental sustainability; $65 million in charitable giving, education initiatives, and innovative health and wellness programs each year; and $143 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in California’s Central Valley. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit csr.wonderful.com. 

We’ve made Wonderful® Pistachios America’s fastest-growing snack brand. We’ve turned pomegranates and POM Wonderful® into a worldwide phenomenon. Wonderful Halos is the No. 1 mandarin orange in America. FIJI® Water is the No. 1 premium imported bottled water in America. JUSTIN® Wine produces California’s top-selling, high-end Cabernet Sauvignon. And Teleflora® is the world’s leading floral delivery service. To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products and its core values, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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