Maintenance Manager

Continental Aerospace Technologies Inc•Mobile, AL

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About The Position

The Maintenance Manager directs, organizes, plans, and assigns work for employees engaged in the repair, maintenance, and installation of equipment that supports production operations. The role oversees installation, modification, and maintenance of building structures and systems, including heating, electrical, gas, and air systems, and coordinates overall facility upkeep and maintenance operations. The manager implements maintenance policies, practices, and procedures and works frequently with internal departments, service and supply companies, contractors, outside engineers, and other personnel. The position also leads and evaluates supervisory and non-supervisory personnel, carrying out leadership responsibilities in accordance with company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and applicable laws. The job requires strong work planning and scheduling skills, and the ability to interpret technical and complex information. A bachelor's degree in management or an equivalent field is preferred, along with five or more years of experience in machining, manufacturing, production, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Requirements

Five or more years of experience in a machining, manufacturing, or production environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong skills in work planning and scheduling.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents and respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style, and to make effective, persuasive presentations on complex or controversial topics to varied audiences.
Ability to comprehend and apply advanced mathematics and statistical theory, including probability, statistical inference, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions in practical situations.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret a wide range of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, with reasonable accommodations as applicable; occasional lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds.
Some independent travel is required.
Ability to use Windows, PowerPoint, MS Project, Word, Excel, AutoCAD, and CMMS software.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in management or an equivalent field preferred.
CNC controls, CNC maintenance, and machining experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Schedule predictive, preventive, and breakdown maintenance and installation of machines, tools, and equipment by maintenance personnel and contractors, ensuring work is safe, proper, cost-effective, and supports continuous production.
Supervise outside maintenance services and inspect and approve service billing.
Assist the Facilities Director with preparing multi-department budgets and manage the expenditure of budgeted funds.
Review job orders using the CMMS to determine work priorities and assess progress toward departmental objectives.
Manage work to fabricate or modify machines, tools, and equipment to improve existing processes, and direct installation of plant support equipment.
Direct maintenance of utility systems to provide the heat, electric power, gas, water, and air conditioning needed for operations.
Inspect operating machines and equipment for compliance with division safety and operational standards.
Plan, develop, and implement maintenance methods and procedures to improve operations, reduce operating costs, and better use labor and materials, including developing a TPM preventive maintenance program with other departments.
Requisition tools, equipment, and supplies needed for maintenance operations.
Direct ongoing maintenance staff training to improve work-related skills and ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
Review technical articles, catalogs, and manuals to select or recommend improvements to maintenance operations.
Maintain master blueprints, maintenance records, and machinery and equipment manuals in electronic and/or hard-copy form.
Enforce defined rules and regulations.
Direct, coordinate, and evaluate supervisory and non-supervisory personnel.
Interview, hire, and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward, coach, and counsel employees; address complaints; and resolve problems.