Maintenance Supervisor

Westlake • New Martinsville, WV

54d • Onsite

About The Position

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate. SUMMARY Maintenance supervisors are responsible for directly supervising 10-12 employees and ensuring the safety and well-being of those assigned to them. They are responsible for maintaining all types of mechanical equipment in a chemical production facility. All job assignments are to be accomplished with specific safety instructions. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES May include, but are not limited to, the following: Responsible for the quantity and quality of craft maintenance and general labor, as their principal accountability, and the utilization of maintenance manpower in their assigned area per the area’s process safety and mechanical integrity policies. Have a shared responsibility for production through the prevention of breakdowns and elimination of equipment outages that cause unsafe conditions, environmental non-compliance and/or loss of production. Accountable for the quality of maintenance in their assigned area or department, they inspect equipment frequently and advise the production supervisor and their area manager of needed repairs. Work as a team with the maintenance planners, engineers and production personnel to resolve reliability issues. Supervisors have the sole responsibility for the assignment of maintenance personnel under their direct supervision and are held directly accountable for the safe completion of jobs on time and within approved costs as scheduled. Organize, assign, instruct and supervise the personnel in the safe accomplishment of work in their department. Responsible for the safety of the work group, conducts safety meetings on a formal basis, and provides job safety instructions needed to ensure safe work practices and following of procedures. Occasional overtime work, including weekends, to supervise maintenance for unexpected breakdowns and planned turnarounds. Knowledge and understanding of Natrium Collective Bargaining Agreement as it relates to maintenance activities, and is involved in handling complaints and/or grievances through the Natrium facility grievance process. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS A minimum of five (5) years of experience supervising maintenance crafts in an organized industrial environment is required. Previous experience as a journeyman craftsman is desired Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong attention to detail and safety focused Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications Ability to work under minimal supervision in a fast paced environment Must have or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as normally based in an office. Some of the work may be required in the operating units which can require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. Travel including air travel or auto travel may occasionally be required. Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation. If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday. Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions — from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer. For more information, visit the company's web site at www.westlake.com. Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Our products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across housing and infrastructure, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer goods. Consumers gain the benefits of materials Westlake produces in products such as food packaging, medical devices, soaps and detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings. Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products that are Enhancing Your Life Every Day®. To view other career opportunities at Westlake and our family of companies, visit https://westlaketalent.com

Requirements

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience supervising maintenance crafts in an organized industrial environment is required.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and safety focused
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications
• Ability to work under minimal supervision in a fast paced environment
• Must have or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a journeyman craftsman is desired

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the quantity and quality of craft maintenance and general labor, as their principal accountability, and the utilization of maintenance manpower in their assigned area per the area’s process safety and mechanical integrity policies.
• Have a shared responsibility for production through the prevention of breakdowns and elimination of equipment outages that cause unsafe conditions, environmental non-compliance and/or loss of production.
• Accountable for the quality of maintenance in their assigned area or department, they inspect equipment frequently and advise the production supervisor and their area manager of needed repairs.
• Work as a team with the maintenance planners, engineers and production personnel to resolve reliability issues.
• Supervisors have the sole responsibility for the assignment of maintenance personnel under their direct supervision and are held directly accountable for the safe completion of jobs on time and within approved costs as scheduled.
• Organize, assign, instruct and supervise the personnel in the safe accomplishment of work in their department.
• Responsible for the safety of the work group, conducts safety meetings on a formal basis, and provides job safety instructions needed to ensure safe work practices and following of procedures.
• Knowledge and understanding of Natrium Collective Bargaining Agreement as it relates to maintenance activities, and is involved in handling complaints and/or grievances through the Natrium facility grievance process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed