Maintenance Manager - 1463

The Maintenance Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing maintenance procedures and schedules, carrying out facility and machine inspections to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues, overseeing the installation, repair, and upkeep of the company's machinery, while also ensuring the maintenance department has the necessary resources to complete its duties according to the budget.

Position Functions

It is not intended that this job description include all details of the work functions inherent in this position, nor does it give exclusive titles to every function described. The position incumbent will perform work equal or lower classification, as required or directed, and perform work of high classification for training purposes, or as warranted by emergency circumstances.

· Determine schedules, sequences, and assignments for work activities, based on priority, equipment, and personnel.

· Participate in objective setting and planning for the department based on departmental KPIs.

· Participate in budget preparation and administration, coordinating purchasing and documentation and monitoring departmental expenditures.

· Champion the improved reliability of all manufacturing and facility equipment through a preventative and predictive maintenance program utilizing both internal and external resources with the utilization of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) such as ePAC.

· Develop, implement, or evaluate maintenance policies and procedures.

· Follow all safety guidelines & procedures while working to continuously promote safety throughout the plant and department.

· Inspect and monitor work areas, examine tools and equipment, and provide employee safety training to prevent, detect, and correct unsafe conditions or violations of procedures and safety rules.

· Conduct or arrange for worker training in safety, repair, or maintenance techniques, operational procedures, or equipment use.

· Investigate accidents or injuries and prepare reports of findings. Monitor employees' work levels and review work performance.

· Counsel employees about work-related issues and assist employees to correct job-skill deficiencies.

· Recommend or initiate personnel actions, such as hires, promotions, transfers, discharges, or disciplinary measures.

· Requisition materials and supplies, such as tools, equipment, or replacement parts.

· Meet with vendors or suppliers to discuss products used in repair work.

· Calculate estimates and actual costs of factors such as materials, labor, or outside contractors.

· Conduct ongoing monitoring of production and process equipment for proper operation.

· Communicate frequently with other departments regarding equipment maintenance and prioritization.

· Examine machines, structures, or facilities and examine information to determine needed installations, services, or repairs.

· Monitor tool and part inventories and the condition and maintenance of shops to ensure adequate working conditions.

· Perform skilled repair or maintenance operations, using required equipment.

· Interpret specifications, blueprints, or job orders to construct templates and lay out reference points for workers.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· High school diploma or equivalent; Degree from a vocational school or BSc/BA in business administration or facility management will be an advantage

· 5+ years of experience in a maintenance management role.

· Strong knowledge of engineering concepts, including electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems.

· Knowledge of NFPA 70E, NEC, Best Practices.

· Knowledge of PM’s, Predictive and Pro-Active Maintenance.

· Ability to keep track of and report on activities.

· Ability to perform intermediate to advanced math skills and choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.

· Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, drawings and service manuals.

· Strong verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Excellent leadership and management skills.

· Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities.

· Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables and implement solutions to correct.