Assistant Maintenance Manager - 2nd Shift

Unitex•Linden, NJ

5d•$95,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Unitex is seeking a full-time, hands-on Assistant Maintenance Manager to oversee a team of industrial mechanics and porters in their industrial laundry plant in Linden, NJ. This highly visible position requires supervision of all aspects of the maintenance department, including personnel, machinery repair, and preventive maintenance systems. It is a hands-on role, not an office job. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in industrial plant maintenance within a manufacturing environment and be prepared to assume full responsibility in the manager's absence. Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and steam systems, as well as building cleanliness, is beneficial.

Requirements

MUST have experience with 480 volts - high voltage
Minimum 5 years' experience repairing industrial processing equipment in an industrial environment or in the military
Minimum 2 years' supervisory experience
Knowledge of industrial equipment fundamentals including electrical wiring, electrical components, pneumonic systems, steam systems, water systems, hydraulics and building maintenance
Ability to use basic hand tools properly and safely
Experience responding in a time-sensitive environment with urgency
Ability to obtain and maintain proper licensing needed to legally operate specific plant machines (boiler license, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and steam systems a plus.

Responsibilities

Oversees 3-6 mechanics and 5 porters
Maintains the preventive maintenance programs
Aids the maintenance team in performing diagnostic troubleshooting
Monitors quality of repairs
Oversees building and physical plant repair issues
Maintains porter schedule to maximize cleaning effectiveness of plant and machinery
Adheres to safety programs