Head of Maintenance - Multi-Site Operations

LANXESS Corporation•El Dorado, AR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Lead maintenance and reliability efforts for three facilities and a brine field in Union County, Arkansas, managing a multi-million-dollar maintenance budget. Oversee MRO storerooms with multi-million-dollar inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels and cost efficiency. Direct technical decisions and knowledge sharing for specialized equipment in bromine and bromine-derivative production, ensuring operational excellence. Collaborate with the project management group to allocate capital spend effectively for equipment upgrades and facility improvements. Review and enhance mechanical integrity processes to maintain compliance and safety across all sites. Drive a culture of safety, ensuring daily work practices meet the highest standards. Coach and mentor supervisors, fostering a high-performing maintenance team. Provide technical guidance for major equipment repairs and approve cost-effective solutions. Maintain a visible presence in plants and maintenance shops, engaging with teams daily. Plan and execute annual turnarounds, minimizing downtime and optimizing performance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field
10+ years of experience managing maintenance teams in a manufacturing or chemical processing environment
Proven leadership experience, including mentoring supervisors and driving team performance (e.g., leading teams of 10+).
Advanced proficiency in SAP for maintenance planning and inventory management.
Strong mechanical aptitude and expertise in material compatibility for chemical processing equipment.
Demonstrated experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets and vendor contracts.
Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a track record of building cross-functional relationships.

Responsibilities

Lead maintenance and reliability efforts for three facilities and a brine field in Union County, Arkansas, managing a multi-million-dollar maintenance budget.
Oversee MRO storerooms with multi-million-dollar inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels and cost efficiency.
Direct technical decisions and knowledge sharing for specialized equipment in bromine and bromine-derivative production, ensuring operational excellence.
Collaborate with the project management group to allocate capital spend effectively for equipment upgrades and facility improvements.
Review and enhance mechanical integrity processes to maintain compliance and safety across all sites.
Drive a culture of safety, ensuring daily work practices meet the highest standards.
Coach and mentor supervisors, fostering a high-performing maintenance team.
Provide technical guidance for major equipment repairs and approve cost-effective solutions.
Maintain a visible presence in plants and maintenance shops, engaging with teams daily.
Plan and execute annual turnarounds, minimizing downtime and optimizing performance.