Maintenance Manager
Bally Design, Gary, IN, United States
Summary
As a key member of the plant leadership team, the Manager, Maintenance Department I is responsible for the improvement and performance of equipment assets (stationary and mobile), controlling maintenance labor and material costs to achieve plant performance goals and the optimization of maintenance excellence strategies including Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PDM). This position is accountable for leading, motivating and developing HarbisonWalker International maintenance department employees and directing/coordinating maintenance capital expenditure project contractors to minimize waste and create standards to achieve quality and production results.
Responsibilities
Optimizing the availability and safe, cost-effective operation of equipment assets through Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PDM) to meet the cyclical demands of discrete manufacturing
Coordinating maintenance and project requirements with production and engineering department(s); responsible for direct supervision of salaried and hourly workforce; developing and adhering to site processes, standards and policies; providing leadership for the development of individual talent for succession planning
Serving as the Maintenance Excellence Champion, responsible for maintenance excellence activities and leading implementations of equipment and process improvements (Six Sigma/Lean); implementing the technical support and training for the maintenance excellence activities
Driving improvements and maintaining a cost-effective approach toward asset management to minimize waste without loss of labor/asset performance and quality
Developing and tracking maintenance departmental key performance indicators (KPIs); managing KPI improvement initiatives; fosters an environment of continuous improvement
Optimizing costs through effective budget planning and management; supporting the effort to identify opportunities and capital requirements; partnering with regional engineers on plant capital expenditure projects administration and execution
Enhancing and implementing a proactive approach to the PM and PDM process including spare parts acquisition, management, inventory and predictive maintenance tools
Four plus (4+) years of plant maintenance and supervisory experience in an industrial manufacturing operation; experience managing multiple functional groups within skilled trades and contractors; experience in heavy manufacturing processes with automation
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and motivate others
Familiar with maintenance management and maintenance excellence techniques such as PM/PDM
Requires computer operation skills, preferably MS Word and Excel, as well as in-depth knowledge of CMMS
Knowledge of local state and federal laws and regulations relevant to maintenance and OSHA safety standards
Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Standards
LEAN Manufacturing and LEAN Management principles; experience driving Lean production and continuous improvement
Ability to develop and communicate goals in support of the Company’s vision; demonstrate ability to identify issues and resolve complex problems, including researching difficult maintenance issues and determining effective actions
Ability to develop tactical plans to close key resource gaps in maintenance team skill sets
Proven capacity to manage multiple groups and work with contractors
Demonstrated ability to develop and communicate goals and to lead cross-functional collaboration
Requirements
B.S. degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred
Five to ten years of welding knowledge and experience
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and ability to influence and motivate
Requires knowledge of maintenance management and maintenance excellence techniques such as PM/PDM
Requires computer operation skills, preferably MS Word and Excel, as well as CMMS knowledge
Requires knowledge of local and federal laws and OSHA safety standards
Requires knowledge of LEAN Manufacturing and LEAN Management principles
Demonstrated ability to develop tactical plans and close resource gaps
Demonstrated ability to identify issues and resolve complex problems
The Manager, Maintenance Department requires four plus (4+) years of plant maintenance and supervisory experience in an industrial manufacturing operation, including managing multiple functional groups within the skilled trades and contractors; some experience in heavy manufacturing processes with automation
Physical and Environmental Requirements
Physical Activity: Requires more than 2/3 of time talking or hearing; 1/3 to 2/3 of time standing, walking and/or sitting; less than 1/3 of time using hands and fingers, reaching, climbing/balancing, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling; and/or tasting/smelling.
Lifting: May require lifting up to 100 pounds less than 1/3 of the time.
Vision: Requires close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.
Environment: Working near moving mechanical parts; exposure to fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather, extreme heat, vibration, and/or risk of electrical shock.
Noise: Moderate noise exposure.
About Us
HWI is the largest supplier of refractory products and services in the United States. With manufacturing sites and distribution centers across the Americas, HWI serves virtually every major industry that requires refractory solutions. HWI is consistently recognized for its talented experts, industry firsts, and intense drive for excellence.
We’re actively expanding our team of dedicated, enthusiastic people — particularly in research and development, engineering and manufacturing, product management, and sales. As a dynamic, growing global refractory leader, we offer competitive compensation, benefits packages, and wellness programs. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to a diverse workforce.
For more information, visit https://thinkhwi.com/
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As a key member of the plant leadership team, the Manager, Maintenance Department I is responsible for the improvement and performance of equipment assets (stationary and mobile), controlling maintenance labor and material costs to achieve plant performance goals and the optimization of maintenance excellence strategies including Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PDM). This position is accountable for leading, motivating and developing HarbisonWalker International maintenance department employees and directing/coordinating maintenance capital expenditure project contractors to minimize waste and create standards to achieve quality and production results.
Responsibilities
Optimizing the availability and safe, cost-effective operation of equipment assets through Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PDM) to meet the cyclical demands of discrete manufacturing
Coordinating maintenance and project requirements with production and engineering department(s); responsible for direct supervision of salaried and hourly workforce; developing and adhering to site processes, standards and policies; providing leadership for the development of individual talent for succession planning
Serving as the Maintenance Excellence Champion, responsible for maintenance excellence activities and leading implementations of equipment and process improvements (Six Sigma/Lean); implementing the technical support and training for the maintenance excellence activities
Driving improvements and maintaining a cost-effective approach toward asset management to minimize waste without loss of labor/asset performance and quality
Developing and tracking maintenance departmental key performance indicators (KPIs); managing KPI improvement initiatives; fosters an environment of continuous improvement
Optimizing costs through effective budget planning and management; supporting the effort to identify opportunities and capital requirements; partnering with regional engineers on plant capital expenditure projects administration and execution
Enhancing and implementing a proactive approach to the PM and PDM process including spare parts acquisition, management, inventory and predictive maintenance tools
Four plus (4+) years of plant maintenance and supervisory experience in an industrial manufacturing operation; experience managing multiple functional groups within skilled trades and contractors; experience in heavy manufacturing processes with automation
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and motivate others
Familiar with maintenance management and maintenance excellence techniques such as PM/PDM
Requires computer operation skills, preferably MS Word and Excel, as well as in-depth knowledge of CMMS
Knowledge of local state and federal laws and regulations relevant to maintenance and OSHA safety standards
Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Standards
LEAN Manufacturing and LEAN Management principles; experience driving Lean production and continuous improvement
Ability to develop and communicate goals in support of the Company’s vision; demonstrate ability to identify issues and resolve complex problems, including researching difficult maintenance issues and determining effective actions
Ability to develop tactical plans to close key resource gaps in maintenance team skill sets
Proven capacity to manage multiple groups and work with contractors
Demonstrated ability to develop and communicate goals and to lead cross-functional collaboration
Requirements
B.S. degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred
Five to ten years of welding knowledge and experience
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and ability to influence and motivate
Requires knowledge of maintenance management and maintenance excellence techniques such as PM/PDM
Requires computer operation skills, preferably MS Word and Excel, as well as CMMS knowledge
Requires knowledge of local and federal laws and OSHA safety standards
Requires knowledge of LEAN Manufacturing and LEAN Management principles
Demonstrated ability to develop tactical plans and close resource gaps
Demonstrated ability to identify issues and resolve complex problems
The Manager, Maintenance Department requires four plus (4+) years of plant maintenance and supervisory experience in an industrial manufacturing operation, including managing multiple functional groups within the skilled trades and contractors; some experience in heavy manufacturing processes with automation
Physical and Environmental Requirements
Physical Activity: Requires more than 2/3 of time talking or hearing; 1/3 to 2/3 of time standing, walking and/or sitting; less than 1/3 of time using hands and fingers, reaching, climbing/balancing, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling; and/or tasting/smelling.
Lifting: May require lifting up to 100 pounds less than 1/3 of the time.
Vision: Requires close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.
Environment: Working near moving mechanical parts; exposure to fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather, extreme heat, vibration, and/or risk of electrical shock.
Noise: Moderate noise exposure.
About Us
HWI is the largest supplier of refractory products and services in the United States. With manufacturing sites and distribution centers across the Americas, HWI serves virtually every major industry that requires refractory solutions. HWI is consistently recognized for its talented experts, industry firsts, and intense drive for excellence.
We’re actively expanding our team of dedicated, enthusiastic people — particularly in research and development, engineering and manufacturing, product management, and sales. As a dynamic, growing global refractory leader, we offer competitive compensation, benefits packages, and wellness programs. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to a diverse workforce.
For more information, visit https://thinkhwi.com/
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