Maintenance Director

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for managing the performance of the maintenance supervisor, maintenance coordinator, and maintenance technicians. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial maintenance and TPM experience, as well as progressive supervisory experience. The role will involve managing a preventive and predictive maintenance program to increase machine uptime and improve efficiencies, facilities maintenance, and special projects to enhance safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives that support company goals. Health, safety, and environmental compliance will be a priority for the position.

Key Responsibilities:

Promotes, supports, and implements lean policies, concepts, and continuous improvement initiatives
Manages maintenance technicians on multiple shifts and directs workers in electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance and repairs
Manages maintenance budget by planning, developing, and implementing new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of equipment, labor, and materials
Develops and manages the Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program to include an autonomous maintenance program and a predictive maintenance program. Regularly provides status reports on TPM activities, while identifying issues and providing recommendations to address roadblocks and areas of opportunity.
Train and develop team members to safely perform their jobs and appreciate the value of 100% safety engagement
Ensures compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies including management of all regulatory permits needed to run the facility
Drive the company standards within the plant and serve as a change agent for continuous improvement throughout the operation
Completes special projects as assigned, including justification and implementation of capital equipment and upgrades
Recommends and implements changes in working conditions and use of equipment to improve safety, quality, and efficiency
Coordinate with all cross-functional teams to develop and improve autonomous, preventative, predictive, and reliability maintenance programs
Coordinates and supervises all facility contractor(s) and outsourced maintenance work
Develops a cross-training matrix for all maintenance associates and equipment
Identifies and promotes continuing education/training opportunities for the team

Requirements:

Bachelor of Science Degree or relevant education/experience/training in field
5+ years of industrial maintenance and TPM experience
5+ years of progressive supervisory experience
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to maintain and upbeat and positive attitude
Strong ability to work in self-directed, fast-paced matrix-based professional environment
Possess Class K certification, or ability to earn certification

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