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Department Manager

Whole Foods Market

Meriden, CT
25 days ago
$79,040 - $135,200

Job Description

Join Whole Foods Market as a Department Manager where you will lead the maintenance team in a dynamic food production environment. Your expertise in commercial kitchen repairs will help ensure safety, compliance, and operational excellence, all while contributing to the mission of nourishing people and the planet.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the daily operations of the maintenance team
  • Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards
  • Diagnose equipment malfunctions and repair strategies
  • Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules
  • Organize maintenance activities to minimize production downtime
  • Manage inventory of maintenance supplies and tools
  • Interview, select, train, and manage performance of Team Members

Required Qualifications

  • BA/BS degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
  • 2+ years of experience in maintenance within a food manufacturing environment
  • 12+ months of maintenance supervisory experience in the food manufacturing industry
  • Ability to plan, execute, and oversee maintenance projects
  • In-depth knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, and hydraulic systems

Preferred Qualifications

  • Relevant certifications such as CMRP or CPMM
  • OSHA safety certification or other relevant safety training
  • Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

Benefits & Perks

Health insuranceRetirement plan benefitsStore discountPaid time off