Maintenance Administrator, MI at Pero Family Farms Food Company LLC – Benton Harbor, Michigan

Title: Maintenance Administrator

Reports To: Maintenance Manager

Location: Benton Harbor, MI

Type: Full-Time | Onsite | Non-exempt

COMPANY SUMMARY

Pero Family Farms is a market share leader with over a century of dedication, commitment, and integrity. Operating since 1908, Pero is the farm trusted by retailers and consumers alike. We are a fully integrated farming operation, with departments that specialize in organic farming, logistics, global supply chain management, national sales operations, food processing operations, and strategic marketing functions. Our operation includes over 35,000 acres spanning across the East Coast of the United States from Florida to New York, with distribution and production facilities in several different states. We pride ourselves in maintaining a strong family heritage and tradition that has been dedicated to quality, innovation, and excellent customer service that has been feeding America’s families for over a century. Our family’s passion for farming remains unwavering, with a vision to continue the tradition for many generations to come, whilst maintaining the reverence and trust it has established with the American consumer. As we expand our offering to include an assortment of organic vegetable options; we have become one of the largest organic vegetable growers in the country and we are looking to grow our workforce family. Join us in continuing and strengthening our position as a market share leader dedicated and trusted by retailers and consumers alike.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Administrator is responsible for overseeing clerical duties within the facility and supporting the Maintenance staff by assisting with the day-to-day operations. This role will report to, and collaborate with the Maintenance Manager on a consistent basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for overseeing and controlling budgets
• Performing all administrative tasks including; responding to emails in a timely manner, phone communication, ensuring all documents/paperwork is properly filed…etc.
• Enter and assign Purchase Orders into multi-company ERP system assigned to specific cost centers.
• Manage inventory, pertaining to parts, and storage area, purchasing adequate maintenance materials for service requests and apartment turns, keeping an accurate log of supplies.
• Follows all company policies

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Onsite role within a maintenance and production facility environment
• Regular exposure to varying temperatures, including environments above 45°F and below
• Exposure to chemicals used in maintenance activities, including but not limited to brazing/welding materials and chlorine
• Exposure to strong product odors and fumes associated with fresh produce (e.g., onions, peppers)
• Interaction with maintenance staff and operational personnel on a daily basis
• Overtime may be required based on operational needs

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and walk frequently to constantly throughout the workday
• Ability to occasionally to frequently bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and climb
• Ability to lift and carry materials weighing approximately 5 to 50 pounds, occasionally more
• Manual dexterity required for administrative tasks, including typing, filing, and handling paperwork
• Ability to maintain focus and attention to detail for extended periods

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Highschool graduate preferred
• Experience in fresh food or production environment
• 2+ years of maintenance experience
• Must be PC literate
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work with minimum supervision, self-motivated, and entrepreneurial minded
• Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint preferred)
• Able to multi-task
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints
• Work requires continual attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials
• People Skills, Integrity, Strong Leadership Skills, and able to adapt and grow in a changing industry.
• Outstanding organizational skills.

COMPANY BENEFITS/PERKS

• 401(k)
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance and more
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

The company (Pero) reserves the right to alter, amend, expand or contract these duties and responsibilities as the companies needs evolve.