Job Duties and Responsibilities Provide leadership to skilled trades and maintenance group resulting in better machine uptime and extended machine life. Establish Priorities with Manufacturing Leadership, communicate to skilled trades and maintenance group and assign tasks accordingly. Troubleshoot and problem solve equipment downtime situations. Quickly and logically determine and resolve root problems. Mentor others to use data and the scientific approach to problem solving. Create an environment that continuously measures and improves equipment uptime. Engage third party experts as appropriate to resolve challenging maintenance issues and to teach our skilled trades and maintenance group necessary new skills. Manage maintenance work orders including; priority, assignment, estimated time to complete, and actual time to complete. Ensure the skilled trades and maintenance group have the necessary tools and training required to support manufacturing. Establish a process to measure and improve machine availability for our top 10 critical machines. Urgently lead skilled trades and maintenance group in response to manufacturing downtime situation. Effectively administer both the skilled trades and maintenance group including OT management, ADP management, etc. Establish, Track and Communicate skilled trades and maintenance group performance trends. Will be required to work across multiple shifts and/or weekends as determined by plant manager or designate. Ensure appropriate leadership and development of team: define clear objectives, allocate resources, monitor activities, provide developmental opportunities etc. Maintain ISO 14001 standards across facility Encourages and implements team member involvement

 

Requirements

3+ years of experience as a supervisor in a manufacturing environment Union experience preferred. 7+ years’ experience in maintenance and an electro-mechanical background Background in preventative maintenance. Possess the ability to recognize improvement opportunities and the ambition to make a difference. Proven ability to solve problems in a logical fashion that identifies and resolves true root cause. Familiarity with CMMS systems preferred. Knowledge of automation and assembly processes, including understanding of PLC's. Ability to influence, escalate issues and ideas, and persuade team and positively manage conflict. New product launch experience preferred. Strong strategic thinking skills. Proven leadership abilities. Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated people management abilities and ability to work in a team environment. Must be able to work extra hours when necessary.