Maintenance Manager

US Farathane•Port Huron, MI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

US Farathane is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to provide maintenance service for all departments within the Port Huron Facility with a strong focus on preventative maintenance. This role is essential for ensuring the continuous operation and upkeep of all machinery and building functions.

Requirements

Electrical Skills (Logic level, 110V - 440V)
Relay Logic
PLC Programing Logic
Computer Logic
Blueprint Reading
Work Experience (Electrical)
Pneumatic Skills
Pneumatic Circuitry
Blueprint Reading (Pneumatic)
Work Experience (Pneumatic)
Mechanical Skills
Mechanical Blueprint Reading
Welding Skills
Fabricating Skills
Equipment Repair
Thinking Logic
Knowledge of Tool Room Equipment and Capabilities
Lathe
Bridgeport
Surface Grinder
Pneumatic Application Skills
Work Experience (Pneumatic Application)
Knowledge of Dial Calipers, Micrometers, and other Measuring Devices
Knowledge of Parts Inventory Requirements
Statistical Methods of Problem Solving
Personal Traits: Neat in appearance, Pride in workmanship, Self-motivating, Communication skills, Organizing skills, Persistence, Planning Skills, Safety conscious, Record establishing and maintaining skills, Legible handwriting, Willingness to further education on personal time, Desire to seek out and solve problems, Innovate, Initiative
Must have lock-out tag out training.
Available for 24-hour call.
Available for 7-day work week.
Willing and able to work lengthy hours as the job requires.
Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or 7 to 10 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must have Supervisory experience.
Hi lo license, rigging, and crane training required.

Responsibilities

Maintain electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical functions of all major and auxiliary equipment to keep them in top-level working condition.
Keep all presses in running condition on a 24-hour per day basis.
Submit requisitions for tools and supplies used in the production department after they are approved by the Plant Manager.
Supervise picking up parts and supplies purchased locally using the company vehicle.
Keep records of work to be done and categorized according to: projects, Saturday work, and short orders between mold changes.
Personally make all contacts with salesmen, suppliers, and servicemen through any type of communication necessary.
Initiate safety check program based on manufacturer’s recommendations of all machinery and equipment and repair oil leaks as required.
Initiate and maintain a rigid preventive maintenance program on all equipment and building functions based on manufacturer’s recommendations.
Determine and maintain sufficient inventory of spare parts to ensure minimum interruption to machinery and plant operation.
Keep records of barrel and screw usage and identify problem areas on the records.
Check dimensions and quality on all incoming screws and barrels.
Maintain updated records of screw and barrel wear by machine.
Continue to look at best in class, to reduce cost or repair.
Attend monthly QOS meetings with Manufacturing Manager.
Work with Plant Manager/Manufacturing Manager to schedule work to be done by maintenance crews on work days not scheduled for production.
Be responsible for all building maintenance.
Ensure all work done by outside sources has the Plant Manager’s approval to authorize the work to be done.
Perform electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic modifications on tools when required.
When work load demands or during slow periods, and upon instructions from the Manufacturing Manager, perform the duties of any position qualified for.
Act as an interface between management and the work force, ensuring communications flow freely both ways.
Keep communication lines open by initiating appropriate communications with all co-workers, subordinates, colleagues, and high levels of management, and respond to all communications in a timely manner.
Maintain unscheduled maintenance downtime below the expected goal as set forth by the Manufacturing Manager.
Maintain computerized Maintenance Management Software on machine repairs and P/M.
Maintain department budget and cost control.
Take corrective action for all nonconforming items identified by the employee.
Be an active member of the safety team.
Perform other duties as required for the safe, efficient operation of the plant and its employees.
Directly supervise employees in the Maintenance Department, carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Functions as a member of the cross-functional team.
Initial Universal Waste training required.
Maintain a high standard for housekeeping and organization.
Provide OJT to personnel where appropriate.