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  Maintenance Manager  

  U.S. Waffle Company

  full_time - Hazelwood

  Posted: 14/05/2026

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  Job DescriptionJob DescriptionTitle:                                            Maintenance Manager
  Department:                            Maintenance , Hazelwood Facility
  Reports to:                               Director of Maintenance and Engineering, VP of Operations INTERIM
  Directly Responsible For:      Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Planner, Controls Engineer
   Position Profile
  Cérélia's newly established Frozen Breakfast Business Unit is driving an ambitious growth strategy, backed by two manufacturing facilities: US Waffle in Liberty, SC, and US Waffle in Hazelwood, MO. To effectively support the rapid scaling of operations at our state-of-the-art Hazelwood facility, Cérélia is seeking a dynamic and skilled Maintenance Manager to join our team in Hazelwood, MO.
  
  The Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading all maintenance within the facility to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient production operations. This role oversees preventative maintenance programs, equipment reliability, troubleshooting, spare parts management, contractor coordination, and maintenance personnel development. The Maintenance Manager plays a critical role in minimizing downtime, improving equipment performance, and driving operational excellence across the plant.. A strong leadership approach will be key, with ‘team first’ attitude. You will be flexible, self-accountable and have an enabling and influencing approach with the entire plant team. Together with your team you reinforce and secure the technical foundation of the organization.
   Primary Responsibilities Daily managing, developing and coaching of your maintenance team. Knowing how attract, bind and motivate your team of technical professionals. Recommend and support your maintenance team in all troubleshooting and repairs including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, production line equipment, from the raw to finished product stage. Develop, implement and monitor a reliable strategy for preventative maintenance and equipment management that minimizes production downtime and failures.Utilize CMMS systems to manage work orders, preventative maintenance schedules, spare parts inventory, and equipment history.Build the capital budget and manage the submission and execution of capital expenditure requests.Develop and implement a maintenance program to keep all production machinery, utilities and buildings up to date. Develop, implement and monitor the budget for maintenance. Sponsor and encourage a culture of continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives in production. Develop, implement and maintain strategies and processes to obtain ongoing and continuous improvement in operational safety. Work together with production management staff to assist in developing training programs for all production personnel on operating and maintaining the production equipment. Support the design and implementation of capital projects. Comply and adhere to SQF, WSIB and GMP standards, requirements, practices and regulations of site operations. Work jointly with managers/supervisors of other departments and join production meetings and food safety meetings to assist the daily production with your (technical) input. Manage relationships with contractors and service providers. Adhering to all policies, procedures and programs of the company (GMP, Quality, Food Safety and Health & Safety etc) at all times.  Other related duties as assignedCore Competencies Drive High Performance: Establishes clear accountability for outcomes. Demonstrates focus and discipline in planning and execution. Acts with speed, agility, and a strong sense of urgency.Collaborate: Builds and maintains strong relationships, communicates openly, and ensures alignment across functions. Supports and executes decisions once made.Can-do attitude: Demonstrates a proactive, solution-oriented mindset, with resilience and ownership in addressing challenges.Innovate: Challenges the status quo by identifying opportunities for improvement and encouraging creativity and continuous learning.Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Maintains high standards of precision and quality, ensuring reliable execution and compliance.Build Capability: Develops strong teams through coaching, mentoring, and setting clear expectations, driving both individual and organizational growth.
   Qualifications Minimum of 5 years working experience in food manufacturing environment at managerial level. University degree in Mechanical or electrical stream.  Relevant operating licenses or equivalent.  Knowledge of HACCP and related food safety procedures. Can multi-task in an effective manner and work under tight deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively with employees and management. Intermediate computer skills including Email, MS Excel, Word. Ability to work flexible hours including some overtime, Saturdays and/or afternoon shifts when needed. Strong knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point), CFIA, SQF/GFSI. Lean manufacturing concepts, BRC certification as asset. Enthusiastic learner and proactive individual with the ability to effectively manage various projects concurrently. Strong time management and organizational skills. A results-oriented individual with excellent problem solving and organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and deliver high-quality results within specified time frames. Attention to detail, ability to prioritize and make judgments, and a sense of urgency will be important to the candidate’s success. Must be comfortable working in an entrepreneurial spirited, fast-paced and changing workplace environment with a desire to make a strong impact on the business. Must have excellent initiative, be a self-starter with a keen attention to details.Must have the ability to work in a team environment as well as independently. Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a Full Time, permanent positionExempt position 40 hours per week, and it may require working additional hours depending on business need requirements.This is an on-site position and not a candidate for remote work. Travel  
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  Shipping Lead - 2nd Shift  

  U.S. Waffle Company

  full_time - Liberty

  Posted: 13/05/2026

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  Job DescriptionJob Description

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  · Utilize PLEX and mobile scanners to accurately maintain inventory and complete orders

  · Knowledge and implementation of SQF, GMP’s, SOP’s, and HACCP, and other food process sanitation requirements

  · Supervise the activities, productivity and accuracy of all shipping clerks

  · Coordinate daily shipments for pick-up and delivery utilizing Appointment Plus software

  · Establish and coordinate schedule with carrier

  · Ensure products are pulled and prepared for shipment, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped.

  · Create freight POs for carriers

  · Maintain records of inventory at offsite storage warehouse

  · Creates and maintains daily inventory report

  · Completes documentation such as pick lists, bills of lading, work orders and shipping orders using computer-based technology

  · Maintain the facility’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.

  · Assist in physical inventories. Ensure proper stock rotation.

  · Ensure proper location scanning of all products in the freezer to maximize efficiency, ensure proper control of inventory and eliminate inventory adjustments

  · Provide outstanding customer service to our partners

  · Track all in bound and out bound shipments for on-time delivery

  · Report and quantity or quality variances to Shipping Manager.

  · Ensure full rotation of products to insure first in, first out
  
  Other Responsibilities and Skills Needed:

  · Bi-lingual preferred but not required

  · Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; supports everyone's efforts to succeed; maintains a positive attitude; generates ideas and suggestions that improve the team’s performance, the efficiency of the process or the quality of the products

  · Decision-making – Able to handle problems and think through to solutions. Knows when to act independently and when to involve the management team

  · Attention to Detail – Makes sure correct materials are being used in your process area; confirm that product is being packed according to customer requirements
  
  Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

  · Must be willing to work weekends when needed

  · Basic mathematical skills
   

  Physical and Safety Requirements:

  · Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

  · Complies with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and all other food safety requirements

  · Complies with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE’s) requirements

  · Reports any food safety problems or potentially unsafe practices/conditions to lead or supervisor

  · Constant walking and standing on hard concrete service

  · Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, pushing, lifting and climbing

  · Position will require working in very hot and cold conditions

  · Other conditions include flour dust, wet floors, occasional smoke and fumes if product burns.

  
  Benefits:

  401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offReferral programRetirement planVision insurance

  Schedule:

  Monday to Friday2:00PM until 10:30PMOvertimeWeekends as needed

  Experience:

  Management: 4 years (Required)Forklift: 7 years (Required)Warehouse experience: 1 year (Required)

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