Recycling Plant Maintenance Manager

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Milwaukee, WI

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Plans, directs and controls the efforts of the Maintenance Department to maintain plant equipment and facilities commensurate with good engineering practices. This role oversees the maintenance of the Materials Recovery Facilities (MRFs) in Milwaukee, Menasha, Madison, and Janesville with 5 direct reports (technicians).

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (accredited) or in lieu of degree High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant work experience.
7 years of relevant work experience in engineering and maintenance of equipment and facilities (in addition to education requirement).
Ability to daytime travel, up to 70%
Must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative.

Responsibilities

Manages the preventive maintenance program and maintenance of equipment and facilities.
Develops, maintains and administers an organization qualified to maintain all equipment and facilities in a safe and efficient working condition. Executes an effective preventive maintenance program to minimize unscheduled down time.
Maintains all operating equipment in satisfactory condition. Schedules needed repair to have minimum interference.
Consults with other departments regarding desirable modifications of existing equipment and facilities and the possible replacement of existing equipment which will improve operations and reduce maintenance costs.
Coordinates the efficient operation of facilities with project engineers.
Coordinates and oversees the efficient maintenance of all plant transportation equipment.
Analyzes cost studies of proposals for new facilities and equipment in the department designed to secure reduced operating costs. Makes recommendations thereon to the Plant Manager.
Develops objectives and standards of performance for projects within the Maintenance Department required to meet departmental, divisional and corporate goals and objectives.
Plans and provides for an adequate supply and ensures control over spare parts and maintenance supplies.