Maintenance Foreman

Ameron Pole Products•Fillmore, CA

2d•$31 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

Ameron is a leader in the manufacture of poles for street lighting and traffic control. Our extensive line of Ameron™ brand products can be used in residential areas and commercial developments, including streets, highways, shopping centers and pedestrian pathways. From industrial to DOT to municipal, we have just the right pole.

Requirements

Technical degree or equivalent hands-on maintenance experience
Minimum of 10 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated leadership experience within a skilled trades or maintenance function
Experience working in or alongside a union environment strongly preferred
Strong understanding of how to lead, communicate, and drive performance within a union workforce
Strong background with industrial equipment, hydraulic systems, overhead cranes, and mobile equipment
Working knowledge of PLCs, mechanical/electrical diagnostics, and maintenance systems
Familiarity with CMMS or PM software (Oracle experience a plus)
Experience with Lean, TPM, or continuous improvement initiatives preferred
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer systems
Willingness and ability to be on call 24/7 for emergency situations

Nice To Haves

Bi-Lingual (English / Spanish) preferred

Responsibilities

Plan, lead, and oversee all maintenance operations within the facility
Assign and coordinate daily maintenance activities across 1st and 2nd shifts
Serve as on-call maintenance leader for emergency repairs
Oversee maintenance and repair of both standard equipment and complex, custom-built machinery
Drive transformation from reactive maintenance to structured preventive and predictive maintenance programs
Lead continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability and uptime
Track and improve key metrics such as PM completion rate, downtime, and mean time to repair (MTTR)
Lead, coach, and develop union maintenance technicians
Provide clear direction, set expectations, and reinforce accountability
Navigate labor relations in alignment with collective bargaining agreements
Partner effectively with union employees while upholding company standards and performance expectations
Collaborate with Production Supervisors and General Foreman to prioritize repairs and minimize downtime
Align maintenance activities with production schedules and plant priorities
Implement and enforce safety policies in accordance with OSHA, environmental, and company standards
Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements
Maintain required logs and documentation for cranes, forklifts, and mobile equipment
Support safety meetings and reinforce safe work practices across the team
Provide technical leadership in troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
Guide complex repairs and ensure quality execution of maintenance work
Monitor and control maintenance costs, staffing, and operating expenses within budget
Requisition tools, parts, and materials to support efficient maintenance operations
Track, report, and communicate maintenance KPIs and performance trends
Identify opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency gains, and reliability improvement
Contribute to plant-wide continuous improvement initiative
Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
Perform other duties as assigned