Company Description Headquartered in Cordova, TN, Stratas Foods is a 50/50 joint venture formed in October 2008 between ACH Food Companies and Archer Daniels Midland Company. Stratas Foods is built on the combined streng…
Product Development Food Scientist - Research Development and Innovation
Bartlett, Tennessee, United States · On-site
Mid level
Company Description Stratas Foods LLC is the leading supplier of fats and oils to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America and is a producer of quality bulk and packaged dressin…
Product Development Food Scientist - Research Development and Innovation
Bartlett, Tennessee, United States · On-site
Mid level
Company Description Stratas Foods LLC is the leading supplier of fats and oils to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America and is a producer of quality bulk and packaged dressin…
Company Description Headquartered in Cordova, TN, Stratas Foods is a 50/50 joint venture formed in October 2008 between ACH Food Companies and Archer Daniels Midland Company. Stratas Foods is built on the combined streng…
Company Description Stratas Foods LLC is the leading supplier of fats and oils to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America and is a producer of quality bulk and packaged dressin…
Skills: Analytical Testing, Quality Assurance, GMP Inspections, Data Entry, Problem Solving
Company Description Stratas Foods LLC is the leading supplier of fats and oils to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America and is a producer of quality bulk and packaged dressin…
Company Description Headquartered in Cordova, TN, Stratas Foods is a 50/50 joint venture formed in October 2008 between ACH Food Companies and Archer Daniels Midland Company. Stratas Foods is built on the combined streng…
Company Description Headquartered in Cordova, TN, Stratas Foods is a 50/50 joint venture formed in October 2008 between ACH Food Companies and Archer Daniels Midland Company. Stratas Foods is built on the combined streng…
Company Description Headquartered in Cordova, TN, Stratas Foods is a 50/50 joint venture formed in October 2008 between ACH Food Companies and Archer Daniels Midland Company. Stratas Foods is built on the combined streng…
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Company Description Headquartered in Cordova, TN, Stratas Foods is a 50/50 joint venture formed in October 2008 between ACH Food Companies and Archer Daniels Midland Company. Stratas Foods is built on the combined streng…
Company Description Stratas Foods LLC is the leading supplier of fats and oils to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America and is a producer of quality bulk and packaged dressin…
Company Description Stratas Foods LLC is the leading supplier of fats and oils to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America and is a producer of quality bulk and packaged dressin…
Skills: ERP Support, Business Process Analysis, Project Management, System Configuration, Quote-to-Cash
Company Description Headquartered in Cordova, TN, Stratas Foods is a 50/50 joint venture formed in October 2008 between ACH Food Companies and Archer Daniels Midland Company. Stratas Foods is built on the combined streng…
Company Description Headquartered in Cordova, TN, Stratas Foods is a 50/50 joint venture formed in October 2008 between ACH Food Companies and Archer Daniels Midland Company. Stratas Foods is built on the combined streng…
Company Description Stratas Foods LLC is the leading supplier of fats and oils to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America and is a producer of quality bulk and packaged dressin…
Skills: Cash Application, Accounts Receivable, Payment Processing, Chargebacks, Bank Reconciliation
Company Description Stratas Foods LLC is the leading supplier of fats and oils to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America and is a producer of quality bulk and packaged dressin…
Skills: ERP Systems, Business Process Analysis, Project Management, Quote-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay
Company Description Stratas Foods LLC is the leading supplier of fats and oils to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America and is a producer of quality bulk and packaged dressin…
Skills: ERP System Support, Business Process Mapping, Quote-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, System Configuration
Company Description Stratas Foods LLC is the leading supplier of fats and oils to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America and is a producer of quality bulk and packaged dressin…
Skills: ERP Systems, Business Process Analysis, Project Management, Quote-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay
Company Description Stratas Foods LLC is the leading supplier of fats and oils to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America and is a producer of quality bulk and packaged dressin…
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Full-time
high school, bachelor degree
Medical, Dental, Vision
Posted 21d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Responsible for the safe and efficient utilization of maintenance personnel and resources to support food manufacturing operations. This includes executing maintenance plans, troubleshooting equipment, and managing preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime.
Requirements
Requires a high school diploma and 5-7 years of technical maintenance experience, preferably in food processing or packaging. Prior supervisory experience and proficiency in MS Office and M3 systems are preferred.
Full job description
Company Description
Headquartered in Cordova, TN, Stratas Foods is a 50/50 joint venture formed in October 2008 between ACH Food Companies and Archer Daniels Midland Company. Stratas Foods is built on the combined strengths and expertise of these two great parent companies, developed over more than 200 years of combined experience. Stratas will continue to build on this foundation of excellence by providing value-added, branded, and custom-formulated fats and oils solutions to the food service, food ingredient, and retail sectors. At Stratas Foods, we are committed to being the most valued supplier of fats, oils, dressings, mayonnaise, and salad dressings to the private label retail bottled oils market in the United States.
Manufacturing facilities are located in Dallas and Houston, TX; Decatur and Quincy, IL; Englewood and Hillside, NJ; Fresno, CA; Nashville, TN; and Valdosta, GA. Corporate offices are located in Memphis, TN. We are committed to maintaining a progressive workplace by utilizing the ideas, skills, and talents of all our employees. We strive to make Stratas Foods a great place to work and are building a team capable of meeting our business goals.
Job Description
Reporting to the Plant Manager, this role is responsible for the safe, efficient, and effective utilization of maintenance personnel and resources to support all manufacturing operations. Success in this role requires a strong focus on safety, electro-mechanical expertise, GMP compliance, problem-solving, and positive employee relations.
Responsibilities:
Execute maintenance plans in accordance with work schedules
Perform and oversee mechanical, electrical, pipefitting, and rigging work
Troubleshoot equipment issues and drive root cause analysis
Maintain production systems, utilities, buildings, and grounds
Read and interpret prints, diagrams, specifications, and repair instructions
Coordinate emergency and scheduled repairs, including material procurement
Manage spare parts purchasing through the PO system
Maintain preventive maintenance programs, inspections, and repairs to minimize downtime
Supervise and prioritize shift activities to optimize workforce efficiency
Assign tasks based on employee skills, experience, and trainingLead employee selection, retention, development, performance management, and disciplinary actions
Train and develop maintenance personnel to enhance technical proficiency
Foster a positive work environment through strong communication, engagement, and morale-building
Reinforce safe and high-quality performance through recognition and feedback
Document and address performance issues as needed
Conduct Job Hazard Analyses and ensure full compliance with safety regulations and occupational health standards
Drive and model safety, GMP, environmental, and housekeeping standards
Identify and eliminate safety, environmental, and operational hazards
Ensure employees are properly trained and equipped to perform work safely
Provide and maintain tools, equipment, and resources in safe working condition
Analyze maintenance performance and implement efficiency improvements
Identify cost-saving opportunities and process enhancements
Ensure adherence to corporate policies and operational standards
Track and achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) for the shift/area
Prepare and submit accurate daily, weekly, and other required reports
Collaborate with facility management to improve safety, quality, reliability, and overall equipment effectiveness
Work flexible schedules, including shifts, weekends, and holidays as required
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
Experience
5–7 years of technical maintenance experience, preferably in food processing, packaging, or food safety environments
Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred
Technical Skills
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access)
Experience with M3 or similar systems
Competencies
Accountability - Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments
Effective Teambuilding - Active participation in, or creation of, teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals
Creative and Innovative Thinking - Develops fresh ideas that provide solutions; creates new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
Effective Communication - Develops and delivers communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Ethics & Integrity - Earns others' trust and respect through honesty, integrity, authenticity and professionalism in all interactions.
Additional Information
Physical: This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb stairs, bend, kneel, walk and stand for extended periods, work in confined spaces, and work at heights all within a manufacturing environment. Perform work in indoor and outdoor environments, including exposure to noise, dust, weather, and potential hazards
Must possess appropriate sensory awareness (sight, hearing, touch, etc.) to respond to plant conditions, including alarms and environmental changes.
Must consent and pass background check and drug screen.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
Stratas Foods is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee in any manner prohibited by law, including but not limited to, on the basis of race or color, religion, gender, age, genetic information, national origin/ancestry, mental or physical disability, family status/marital status, military/veteran status, and any other legally protected status.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision-The Employer will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Employer’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
The leading supplier of fats, oils, mayonnaise, dressings, and sauces in North America.
Industry
Food and Beverage Services
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Founded
2009
Headquarters
Bartlett, Tennessee
LinkedIn followers
11,774
Stratas Foods LLC is a leading supplier of fats, oils, sauces, mayonnaises and dressings to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America.
Stratas Foods has built its leadership position in the industry through a combination of product consistency, quality and service. Stratas is also recognized for its innovation in terms of research and development to meet the demands of consumers for “better performing” and “better for you” products. Stratas’ team of scientists, working in its industry leading Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Center, are often well ahead of client or industry demands.
The RDI Center enables Stratas' team of scientists to develop, test, and prototype a wide range of innovative oil products in well-equipped labs and pilot plant facilities. The RDI cutting-edge products are well-received in the market place and in the industry.
Stratas Foods also has the most customer-focused experimental kitchen in the industry, THE KITCHEN, where customers can experiment, test and invent new recipes. THE KITCHEN regularly hosts ideation and innovation sessions with chefs and branding teams, sales training, marketing and branding, bringing sauce ideas and food to life in real life applications, the testing and building of sauces, dressings and marinades.
We have exciting videos from the RDI Center and THE KITCHEN, in addition to product news and recipes that we will be sharing on this page.
With production facilities in Illinois, California, Georgia, Texas, Tennessee, and New Jersey and distribution centers across the U.S. and Canada, we are well positioned to meet the needs of our customers.
Offices: 7970 Stage Hills Blvd, Bartlett, Tennessee 38133, US
Frying OilShorteningsButter Flavored OilsPan SpraysMayonnaiseSalad OilsSaucesDressingsVinegarsand Flakes and Beads
The leading supplier of fats, oils, mayonnaise, dressings, and sauces in North America.
Industry
Food and Beverage Services
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Founded
2009
Headquarters
Bartlett, Tennessee
LinkedIn followers
11,774
Stratas Foods LLC is a leading supplier of fats, oils, sauces, mayonnaises and dressings to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America.
Stratas Foods has built its leadership position in the industry through a combination of product consistency, quality and service. Stratas is also recognized for its innovation in terms of research and development to meet the demands of consumers for “better performing” and “better for you” products. Stratas’ team of scientists, working in its industry leading Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Center, are often well ahead of client or industry demands.
The RDI Center enables Stratas' team of scientists to develop, test, and prototype a wide range of innovative oil products in well-equipped labs and pilot plant facilities. The RDI cutting-edge products are well-received in the market place and in the industry.
Stratas Foods also has the most customer-focused experimental kitchen in the industry, THE KITCHEN, where customers can experiment, test and invent new recipes. THE KITCHEN regularly hosts ideation and innovation sessions with chefs and branding teams, sales training, marketing and branding, bringing sauce ideas and food to life in real life applications, the testing and building of sauces, dressings and marinades.
We have exciting videos from the RDI Center and THE KITCHEN, in addition to product news and recipes that we will be sharing on this page.
With production facilities in Illinois, California, Georgia, Texas, Tennessee, and New Jersey and distribution centers across the U.S. and Canada, we are well positioned to meet the needs of our customers.
Offices: 7970 Stage Hills Blvd, Bartlett, Tennessee 38133, US
Frying OilShorteningsButter Flavored OilsPan SpraysMayonnaiseSalad OilsSaucesDressingsVinegarsand Flakes and Beads