Maintenance Lead - Utilities
Milwaukee, WI, US
Requisition ID: 38144
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Crafted Highlights:
In the role of Maintenance Lead – Utilities, you will be part of the Utilities Operations team, supporting brewery operations across North America. You will serve as the maintenance systems owner for the Utilities Department, with 24‑hour accountability for maintenance planning, scheduling, and system reliability. Put simply, you will drive the elimination of breakdown-related losses while building maintenance capability to deliver results aligned to our Compelling Business Need.
This position reports to the Unit Manager – Utilities and works closely with the Utilities Line Lead, hourly maintenance colleagues, third‑party service providers, and cross‑functional partners to ensure safe, compliant, and reliable operations.
What You’ll Be Brewing:
- Most importantly, you will lead a team of 10–20 hourly colleagues, supporting their growth and development through coaching, day‑to‑day direction, and consistent performance conversations.
In addition, you will:
- Own the Maintenance Planning and Scheduling (MPS) system, utilizing SAP to ensure effective planning, scheduling, and execution of maintenance activities that support continuous brewery operations
- Lead breakdown elimination efforts by performing root cause analysis and driving corrective actions to eliminate recurring failures and reliability losses
- Develop and manage the parts inventory and third‑party services budget, including researching, procuring, and ordering parts required for planned maintenance activities
- Support loss‑elimination and performance routines, including Daily Direction Setting, 90‑Day plans, and the annual maintenance plan, while ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal regulatory requirements
Key Ingredients:
- You are an authentic people leader who values and respects differences and believes diverse perspectives build stronger, more collaborative teams
- You have a Bachelor’s degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Plant Engineering, or related field) OR equivalent experience (4+ years) in utility or maintenance operations
- You have 1–3 years of relevant experience in large facility utilities operations, including regulatory compliance
- You have experience owning and working within a maintenance planning system (SAP preferred)
- You are skilled in root cause analysis and applying reliability and Continuous Improvement principles, such as Reliability Centered Maintenance and Lean Manufacturing tools
- You take accountability for results, acting with integrity while honoring commitments and safety standards
- You build strong relationships and collaborate effectively across teams to achieve shared goals
- You exhibit Molson Coors’ core values in how you work every day
Beverage Bonuses:
- Participation in our Total Rewards Program, including a competitive base salary, incentive opportunities, parental leave, health, dental, vision, and retirement plan options with incredible employer match
- Generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources
- Access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events, and of course… free beer and beverages!
- Engagement with a variety of Business Resource Groups, offering volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking across the organization
- Career growth and development centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities
- The chance to work in a fast‑paced, innovative environment alongside passionate colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences
- A company culture that cares deeply about our People, Communities, and Planet, and is committed to making a meaningful impact
Job Posting Salary Range:
Molson Coors is an equal opportunity employer. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment processes, please e-mail jobs@molsoncoors.com.
Nearest Major Market: Milwaukee