Plant Maintenance Manager

Vestis Uniforms and Workplace Supplies | Canadian Linen & Uniform Service | Québec Linge Service D’Uniformes•Syracuse, NY

3d•$85,300 - $100,000

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About The Position

The Plant Maintenance Manager is responsible for the maintenance and proper utilization of plant equipment and facilities. The role ensures equipment operates safely, efficiently, and consistently; required preventive maintenance is completed; fresh water and wastewater systems operate correctly; and the building remains suitable for production. The manager monitors plant and equipment levels and makes proactive adjustments to meet output requirements safely, promptly, and cost-effectively. The role maintains positive working relationships with Market Center Management, communicates maintenance issues and resolutions, and uses Engineering team resources as needed.

Requirements

Two-year technical college degree or certificate in a related discipline, or equivalent business/work experience; industrial experience is preferred.
Two years of experience managing maintenance staff.
Basic equipment maintenance knowledge, including electrical, plumbing, and large machinery.
Previous management experience in safety initiatives, planning, preventive maintenance, budgeting, and vendor management.
Ability to read maintenance literature.
Experience with a maintenance management system.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and amid ambiguous circumstances.
Knowledge of electricity, wastewater, welding, and pipe fitting, and ability to remain compliant with safety requirements.
Current and valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Industrial experience.
Experience with Manager Plus.

Responsibilities

Create and support a culture of adherence to corporate standards in support of production, financial, and safety goals.
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and visually audit plant performance to maintain production and maintenance efficiency across systems and equipment.
Establish and maintain equipment maintenance schedules in accordance with corporate direction, manufacturer guidelines, and production needs.
Proactively identify equipment and facility issues, pursue timely and efficient resolutions, and communicate resolution activities and timing to Market Center Management.
Perform repairs safely and efficiently to restore equipment or facilities to operating condition, and obtain specialized expertise when needed.
Audit completed work and ensure equipment operates safely and meets standards.
Assist with, oversee, and coordinate installation or removal of equipment.
Ensure contracted work is completed safely and efficiently.
Oversee water and energy use and identify cost-effective ways to manage consumption.
Work with Market Center Management to identify and implement systems and methods that improve safety and operating efficiency within applicable guidelines, goals, and cost constraints.
Ensure plant and equipment can operate safely at peak efficiency so processing is safe, timely, and efficient.
Use production and maintenance operating data to assess contributions to Market Center financial objectives.
Where applicable, hire, place, and remove maintenance staff; consult with management on maintenance staffing decisions.
Work with Engineering management to learn and apply maintenance practices and efficiencies, and share systems and methods that improve safety and operating efficiency across the company.