Maintenance and Facilities Foreman

Grundfos • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

The Maintenance and Facilities Foreman leads and coordinates preventive and corrective maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime and facility reliability across water treatment operations. The role drives equipment reliability and operational excellence while developing a high-performing technician team that supports safe and efficient production.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or technical diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 4–5 years of hands-on maintenance or technical operations experience in an industrial environment.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a diverse technical team, including performance management and conflict resolution.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance planning systems, safety regulations, and equipment reliability standards.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ERP systems for procurement and maintenance coordination.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and preventive maintenance program development.
• Experience engaging with external service providers and equipment suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs, planning and prioritizing tasks to minimize production downtime.
• Lead, coach, and performance-manage maintenance technicians, including providing training, conducting annual reviews, and developing skills.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions and coordinate timely repairs across machinery, utilities, and facilities.
• Manage maintenance inventory, costs, and procurement in alignment with ERP guidelines and budget targets.
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with safety, quality, and regulatory standards, and enforce EHS policies.
• Analyze maintenance data, prepare performance reports, and identify trends to drive continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Flexible hours and home-working opportunities.
• Parental support.
• Annual bonuses.
• Health insurance.
• Well-being activities.
• Three additional paid leave days for community volunteering.
• On-demand training and learning sessions.
• Structured programs for personal and professional development.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Merit increases.
• Employee stock purchase programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager