Maintenance Manager

Over 90 years of quality products and superior service.

Job Description:

SUMMARY

The Manager Maintenance will be responsible for providing direction, coordination and support for the daily execution of the maintenance department's operating plan with the primary objective of maintaining the Plant's equipment and facilities. They ensure the safe, reliable operations of equipment plant wide with maximum uptime availability. Maintain plant equipment and maintenance departmental staffing and costs in the most economical and efficient manner possible.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Safety Management; provide weekly training, required inspections of equipment, work sites, provide daily observations and feedback communications to maintenance personnel to ensure safe work practices throughout the plant and quarry.

• Set priorities for Plant Maintenance Operations. Ensure that maintenance and repair work is scheduled and completed to ensure maximum uptime availability of plant equipment. Requires daily contact with supervisors, mechanics, electricians and operators to monitor progress of jobs, projects and assignments.

• Control R & M cost within budget. Utilize maintenance system reporting to identify/eliminate equipment failures before they occur.

Level Based Competencies

• Communication

• Safety Leadership

• Resolving Conflict

• Operational Decision Making

• Coaching

• Planning and Organizing

• Creating a Culture of Trust

• Continuous Improvement

Technical knowledge/skills

• CMMS/Project Management software

• Understanding of how maintenance works; time, materials, people, tools, etc.

• Intermediate proficiency in debugging and troubleshooting machine systems

• Knowledge of mechanics, electrical systems, machine design, and automation systems

• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, shop drawings, and sketches

• Familiar with standard manufacturing concepts, practices, and procedures

• Demonstrated experience developing, prioritizing and executing plans to deliver results and achieve operating objectives

• Understand and apply principles of root cause analysis in problem solving and equipment failures

• Intermediate knowledge of business finance and budgeting.

General knowledge/skills

• Effective Communication Skills - verbal and written

• Analytical and Problem Solving Skills

• Proficient Computer Skills - Microsoft Office/Google Suite

• Effective Decision Making Skills

• Sound Business Judgement

Leadership/Supervision

• Work entails direct supervision of maintenance project and personnel

• Develop and improve capabilities of assigned maintenance personnel

• Ability to influence/persuade others

• Establish and maintain standards of performance and accountability

Education/Experience

• B.S Degree in Engineering, Mining Engineering or Industrial Technology and/or equivalent experience

• 5+ years of progressive experience in mine maintenance or maintenance in a heavy manufacturing environment

• Supervisory experience in a mining/manufacturing operation

Dimensions

No. of direct reports: 7+

No. of indirect reports: 40+

Budget Responsibility: Yes

Travel Requirements: Limited domestic travel

Working Conditions: Office, travel, and outdoors/indoors within a Process Plant and Mine environment. Approximately 40% of the work is administrative in nature

Physical Requirements: Computer, ability to make oral presentations, lifting objects up to 40 lbs., standing or sitting for extended periods, extended or irregular hours, bending, climbing, kneeling, stooping, walking on uneven terrain. Must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment and work outdoors in temperature extremes

At Specialty Granules LLC , we believe our employees are our greatest resource.We offer competitive salary, benefits, and vacation package for all full-time permanent positions.

Specialty Granules LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer-sponsored visa (work permit).

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