Plant Maintenance Foreman

County Materials Family of Companies•Roberts, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Maintenance Foreman supports the Plant Maintenance Team at County Prestress in Roberts, Wisconsin. The role mentors maintenance technicians, troubleshoots and repairs manufacturing equipment, implements preventive maintenance programs, and coordinates maintenance work with production to maximize equipment uptime and operational efficiency. The foreman also performs complex maintenance and responds to emergency equipment repairs. The position involves maintaining and repairing production machinery and systems, including mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment; performing welding and steel fabrication; managing maintenance materials and parts; and coordinating with vendors on equipment troubleshooting, maintenance, and installation. Work is typically performed indoors and outdoors, with exposure to temperature extremes, moving machinery, electrical hazards, and noise. The role may require working at heights using scissor lifts, man baskets, and ladders, and using a company truck to pick up or deliver parts as directed. Travel is not required. Hours may vary because operations run 24 hours a day; after-hours calls and returning to work after the required time off between shifts may be necessary.

Requirements

At least 4–6 years of experience maintaining plant manufacturing equipment.
Proactive, able to multitask, self-motivated, and a positive team player.
Strong hydraulic, mechanical, welding, and industrial experience, including hydraulic pumps, electric motors, conveyor belts, steel fabrication, and overhead cranes.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics for equipment troubleshooting.
Knowledge of pneumatic systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams.
Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record, as directed by the business unit.
Ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.
Ability to meet the physical expectations of the position, including frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, or handling materials and equipment, and occasional climbing, kneeling, crawling, or lifting/moving 10–40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Electrical license preferred.

Responsibilities

Mentor and support plant maintenance staff.
Troubleshoot and diagnose plant manufacturing equipment during production.
Ensure preventive maintenance schedules are maintained.
Schedule and perform mechanical, hydraulic, and/or pneumatic repairs on production equipment as needed.
Coordinate maintenance work with production to minimize downtime for maintenance technicians.
Ensure safety guidelines are followed and properly documented.
Provide emergency and unscheduled repairs of production equipment.
Perform general-purpose steel fabrication and welding.
Read and interpret equipment manuals to perform repairs and service.
Use hand and power tools, electric meters, material-handling equipment, welders, and torches to perform duties.
Weld parts to equipment during repairs or installations.
Keep work areas clean and orderly.
Maintain and manage related material pricing.
Obtain quotes on parts and supplies and install parts on machinery as needed.
Communicate with vendors to ensure equipment is properly maintained and installed.
Contact vendors for assistance troubleshooting equipment and machinery.
Pick up parts from hardware stores and local suppliers and deliver items for repair as needed, as directed by the business unit.