Maintenance Manager

Alkegen•Fulton, NY

12d

About The Position

Why work for us? Alkegen brings together two of the world’s leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we’re delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before. With over 60 manufacturing facilities with a global workforce of over 9,000 of the industry’s most experienced talent, including insulation and filtration experts, Alkegen is uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways. Alkegen offers a range of dynamic career opportunities with globe-spanning reach. From production operators to engineers, technicians to specialists, sales to leadership, we’re always looking for top talent ready to bring their best. Come grow with us!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering/Technology
Ten (10) plus years of maintenance management
Maintenance and/or engineering experience in a light/heavy industrial environment, or equivalent
Pneumatic, hydraulic, welding, and instrumentation experience a plus.
Must adhere to all company and location policies and safety rules
Must be able to work extended hours when required
All other duties as assigned

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma Black Belt with hands-on, site-wide application.
30-hour OSHA safety course.
Lean Manufacturing a plus.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to coach and mentor employees on a one-on-one basis as well as a group.
Excellent project management skills
Strong leadership and motivational skills
Strong time management and prioritization skills
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Computer literate with knowledge of MS Excel and Word.
Ability to interact with vendors and internal customers
Data-driven with high reliance on metrics for assessment of performance

Responsibilities

Manages all mechanical/electrical safety programs.
Directs employees throughout the facilities regarding EHS.
Review’s safety rules, standard operating procedures and makes recommendations for improvements.
Takes proactive role in accident prevention.
Manages and improves preventive and predictive maintenance programs to minimize plant downtime and waste generation.
Manages all central maintenance efforts, construction/repair activities and equipment installations.
Responsible for facilities and maintenance engineering projects (capital and large expense) including planning, preparation of Appropriation Requests and execution after approval.
Manages utilities for the plant – including steam, water, electric/power distribution, and environmental systems.
Procures at the lowest possible cost; identifies and implements improvement projects to reduce usage.
Assures appropriate skills/crafts are available to maximize plant uptime and efficiency.
Use training and developmental programs to develop and improve the maintenance organization.
Facilitates hiring and managing of outside contractors and engineering services.
Coordinate’s maintenance planning including purchasing of MRO items and equipment.
Responsible for managing storeroom, including parts, ordering, inventory accuracy and valuation.
Maintains and improves the Maintenance Management System (MMS) for effective data generation, analysis, and process support.
Other duties as assigned.