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Woodland Gourmet

Since 1989, Woodland Foods has been a trusted source of inspiration for food lovers worldwide. Rooted in authenticity and global culinary exploration, we are dedicated to providing globally inspired specialty ingredients that enhance culinary experiences. Our mission is to partner with customers who share our passion for authentic food solutions, focusing on Collaborative Innovation, Product Diversity, and Agile Operations. With our seasoned team, we craft innovative food experiences by exploring gourmet ingredients and unique flavors.

In December 2021, Woodland Foods was acquired by Graham Partners, a private investment firm committed to growing businesses with strong technological, manufacturing, and product development capabilities.

Idan Foods

Established in 1978, Idan Foods is renowned for its expertise in fried chicken breading, seasoning, baking mixes, and packaging. Specializing in creating unique textures, flavors, and spices, Idan is dedicated to helping customers build their own brand identities. From research and development to packaging and shipping, Idan takes pride in providing exceptional customer service, ensuring each product meets the highest standards. Idan Foods joined the Woodland Gourmet family in April 2024, bringing its expertise in custom food formulation and blending services to our growing portfolio.

Sevillo Fine Foods

Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Sevillo Fine Foods focuses on producing all-natural, ready-to-eat frozen products designed to save time and labor in the kitchen. With an emphasis on fire-roasted vegetables, slow-roasted tomatoes, spreads, and sauces, Sevillo elevates menus with value-added solutions. The integration of Sevillo with Woodland Gourmet, finalized in March 2025, opens up significant cross-selling opportunities, particularly in the food service distribution channel. This strategic acquisition strengthens our position in the retail and industrial markets while enhancing our capabilities in creating tailored culinary solutions.

Graham Partners

Graham Partners, founded in 1988, is a private investment firm focused on businesses with proprietary technologies, advanced manufacturing expertise, and strong growth potential. With over 110 acquisitions and investments, Graham Partners has a long history of backing companies in the food and consumer technology sectors, including Woodland Gourmet, Commercial Bakeries, Giraffe Food, and more. With significant industry experience and access to extensive operational resources, Graham Partners is a key driver in Woodland Gourmet's growth and success.

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Sevillo Maintenance Manager

West Jordan, UT

Full Time

Manager/Supervisor

Maintenance Manager
Location: West Jordan, Utah
Department: Maintenance
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports to: VP of Operations
Schedule: Monday through Friday, with evenings and weekends as needed

Position Summary
The Maintenance Manager leads maintenance operations for a ready-to-eat food manufacturing facility. This role owns equipment reliability, uptime, and team performance across production lines and facility systems.
You will lead a team while working on the floor to ensure equipment runs safely and efficiently. You will build systems, develop people, and drive results. This role requires a strong leader who can troubleshoot, make decisions fast, and keep production running.

Compensation and Growth

Competitive salary aligned with Utah market for food manufacturing leadership roles
Bonus opportunity tied to performance, uptime, and operational goals
Career growth within a growing food manufacturing organization
Opportunity to build and shape a maintenance team from the ground up

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Team Development

Lead, coach, and develop maintenance technicians across multiple shifts
Build a strong team culture focused on accountability, safety, and performance
Set clear expectations and hold team members accountable for results and behavior
Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, performance reviews, and skill development
Support bilingual communication across the workforce, English and Spanish

Operations and Equipment Reliability

Drive a preventive maintenance program that reduces downtime and increases uptime
Ensure fast response to breakdowns and strong troubleshooting execution
Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
Ensure timely startup of production lines each shift
Support and maintain equipment including baggers, sealers, conveyors, and scales

Technical Leadership

Serve as the technical lead for plant equipment and facility systems
Train team members in troubleshooting, repairs, and safe operation
Support equipment such as Viking and Olsen baggers, metal detectors, and packaging systems
Oversee facility systems including HVAC, refrigeration, compressed air, and utilities
Develop and maintain SOPs and maintenance standards

Safety and Food Compliance

Lead safety efforts within maintenance and enforce safe work practices
Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, and SQF standards
Partner with HR and Operations to maintain a strong safety program
Prepare for audits and always ensure maintenance readiness

Planning and Systems Management

Manage maintenance schedules, labor, and shift coverage
Oversee parts inventory, vendors, and maintenance expenses
Track downtime, PM completion, and maintenance performance metrics
Use systems such as UpKeep or similar CMMS to manage work orders and reporting

Cross-Functional Leadership

Work closely with Production, QA, and Leadership teams
Align maintenance priorities with production needs
Support continuous improvement and efficiency projects

Qualifications

Required

3+ years of maintenance leadership experience in manufacturing
Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical and electrical systems
Experience with industrial equipment including hydraulics, refrigeration, HVAC, and 3-phase electrical
Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced production environment
Experience managing downtime, PM programs, and maintenance systems
Fluent in English

Preferred

Food manufacturing experience, ready-to-eat or similar environment
Experience with packaging equipment such as baggers, sealers, conveyors, and metal detectors
PLC and HMI troubleshooting experience
Bilingual English and Spanish strongly preferred

Core Competencies

Leads from the floor and sets the standard for the team
Makes decisions quickly and solves problems effectively
Build strong teams through coaching and accountability
Communicates clearly with all levels of the organization
Manages multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Focus on results, uptime, and continuous improvement

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to work in cold and food production environments

What Success Looks Like

Reduced downtime and improved equipment reliability
Strong, stable maintenance team with clear accountability
Preventive maintenance program executed consistently
Safe operation with full compliance with food safety standards
Strong partnership with production and plant leadership

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