Maintenance Manager

Overview

The Maintenance Manager reports directly to the Plant Manager and shall be responsible for, but not limited to, the following: supervision of maintenance personnel who repair and maintain mechanical, air, electrical and hydraulic components of various equipment such as processing, blow molding, filling and material handling equipment, follow blueprints, wiring diagrams and specifications and using hand tools, power tools, welders and precision measuring instruments.

• Properly supervise maintenance personnel who visually inspect and listen to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions.
• Direct personnel who dismantle machines and equipment to gain access to problem areas, using hand tools and power tools; inspect and measure parts to detect wear, misalignment, or other problems; remove and replace worn or defective parts of drive mechanisms or hydraulic systems, using hand tools and power tools; follow blueprints, diagrams, and service manuals; perform these tasks, as needed, personally or through supervision.
• Direct personnel who realign and adjust components, such as spindles and clutches, using hand tools and following diagrams; locate damaged air and hydraulic pipes on machines; measure, cut, thread, and install new pipe; and complete these functions themselves when required.
• Start machines and equipment to test operation following repairs; repair broken parts using brazing, soldering, and welding equipment and hand tools.
• Modify computer-controlled functions on various equipment as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma, or equivalent.
• Previous maintenance supervision required. Must be able to manage technicians that perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines, plant equipment, and facilities.
• Welding – Must be able to arc and heli arc weld.
• Electrical – Must possess extensive experience with 3 phase wiring, electrical controls, programmable controllers, and must possess strong troubleshooting abilities.
• Refrigeration – Must be familiar with ammonia systems used for refrigeration.

• Welding – Sanitary welding experience is a plus.
• Electrical – Experience with 4-20 mA signals, 12 VDC, 24 VDC, 24 VAC, 120 VAC, 240 VAC, 480 VAC single and 3 phase systems.
• Refrigeration – Knowledge of reciprocating and screw ammonia compressors, condensers, liquid ammonia pumps, evaporators, water pumps, chillers and heat exchangers.
• Boilers – Familiarity with operation of steam-fired boilers.
• Pneumatics & Hydraulics – Ability to troubleshoot pneumatic and hydraulic systems including piping, compressors, pumps, control valves and actuators.
• PLC’s – Experience with Allen Bradley software including RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, Studio 5000, Factory Talk View, Drive Tools, etc.
• Regulatory – Familiarity with and ability to maintain regulatory programs such as OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, and safety programs such as LOTO.
• Project Management – Experience with project management, including identifying plant needs, defining scope, obtaining budget quotes, and managing timelines to completion.
• CMMS – Experience with computer maintenance management software (e.g., Express Maintenance, SAP) used to plan, manage and track preventive maintenance and work orders.

• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Understanding of boilers, refrigeration, hydraulic, air, electrical, and other plant systems.
• Ability to give written and verbal instructions effectively and follow blueprints, wiring diagrams and service manuals; complete written reports.

• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Coachable and willing to learn.
• Ability to quickly learn the organization’s systems.
• Proficient with, and enjoys, detailed work.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively direct maintenance personnel.

• Analytical skills for data interpretation.
• Strategic thinking to develop training plans and reports.
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with various locations and personnel.

• Work in very hot (over 100 degrees) and very…