MAINTENANCE MANAGER

TITLE: Maintenance Manager

POSITION OBJECTIVE: This position is responsible for managing the plant maintenance and projects in a cost effective and safe manner that will maximize equipment uptime. This position demands a strong background in plastic manufacturing, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and leadership skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Core Competencies 

Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.

Assertiveness - Ability to act in a self-confident manner to facilitate completion of a work assignment or to defend a position or idea.

Delegating Responsibility - Ability to allocate authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate people.

Motivation - Ability to inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability.

Resource Management (People & Equipment) - Ability to obtain and appropriate the proper usage of equipment, facilities, materials, as well as personnel.

Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.

Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.

Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.

Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.

Leadership - Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions.

Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.

Management Skills - Ability to organize and direct oneself and effectively supervise others.

Project Management - Ability to organize and direct a project to completion.

Team Builder - Ability to convince a group of people to work toward a goal.

Self Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of ones ability using his or her own drive or initiative.

Education & Experience

Associates or Technical Degree

8-10 years’ experience working in a manufacturing maintenance environment

3-5 years supervisory experience

Strong background in hydraulic and pneumatic systems, as well as machining experience

Strong background with PLC controls and variable speed drives.

Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Knowledge of industry standards and regulations (e.g., ISO, OSHA).

Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.

Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.

Computer Skills

AS400

Microsoft Office – Excel, Power point, Email

Maintenance WO system

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with process automation and robotics.

Familiarity with injection molding, extrusion, or blow molding processes.

Project management experience is a plus.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for supporting and following Safety Rules and Regulations

Supervise and manage Maintenance Department functions to support manufacturing of cast stretch film.

Must have regular, reliable attendance and willing to work outside the regular schedule as required.

Willing to handle job stress and interact with others in the workplace.

Review and track key KPI’s to meet Plant & Corporate goals including monthly production and equipment performance reports.

Develop training manuals for maintenance department.

Serves as the direct supervisor of maintenance technicians in approving timesheets, overtime & performance reviews.

Analyze downtime and reports and monthly performance reports, etc.

Manage spare stock purchasing & store stock application (SSA). 

Assign and oversee engineers’ and technicians day-day work schedule / projects and monitor progress through the Word Order System.

Execute and manage implementing of special projects & capital projects.

Coordinates maintenance activities with production, plant office, and Shipping

Conducts engineering evaluations of contractors and vendors in regard to maintenance support

Maintains optimal level of maintenance and electronic parts

Ensures preventive maintenance schedules are met

Ensures mechanical and electrical technicians are properly trained

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product specifications are met.

Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of new machinery and equipment.

Troubleshoot mechanical or electrical issues and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime.

Should be available for On-call as equipment issues arise after work hours.

Develop and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, reports, and manuals.

Support the implementation of new technologies into product specification applications.

Manage spare stock purchasing & inventory and ordering parts. 

Must know and follow all ISO procedures for Maintenance Section.

Maintain good housekeeping and 5S followed.

Coordinate with Scheduling and Production for scheduled P.M. and major repair.

Analyze product failure data in order to determine causes of problems and develop solutions.

Perform equipment abnormal analysis and recommend corrective actions.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency and product quality.

Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.

Review, evaluate, accept, and coordinate completion of work bid from contractors.

Facilitate general building maintenance and repairs.

Other duties as assigned by Plant Manager.

WORK ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS SUBJECTED TO IN THIS POSITION:

Manufacturing Environment

Ability to work in varying temperatures (cold and hot)

Loud Noise

Able to lift up to 50lbs and repetitive action of lifting and bending

Must wear steel toe shoes and appropriate PPE on production floor all times

No shorts, jewelry and loose hanging clothes allowed