Shift Manager I - Maintenance

U. S. Steel•Portage, IN

About The Position

United States Steel is seeking a Shift Manager – Maintenance to apply engineering principles, troubleshooting, and problem-solving techniques to evaluate operational conditions and make decisions that resolve issues and improve reliability. The role supervises, directs, and coordinates experienced technicians, craftsmen, and project planners in repairing and maintaining mechanical and/or electrical equipment to maximize operating efficiency and reliability. The successful candidate will engage teams and foster respect, communication, and collaboration through two-way communication and encouragement of new ideas and different perspectives.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • At least 2 years of work experience supervising crews in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Ability to work rotating shifts, including extended workdays, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor of Science or associate degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, Electrical Maintenance, or a similar program, or equivalent demonstrated knowledge in a large industrial or maintenance environment.
  • Experience supervising unionized employees or comparable military leadership experience.

Responsibilities

  • Administer the U. S. Steel safety program to help ensure a safe work environment, including proper housekeeping.
  • Directly supervise union employees and work closely with vendors and contractors.
  • Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders for workers and assign duties accordingly.
  • Coordinate, organize, and direct maintenance crew activities.
  • Assist workers in diagnosing machinery and equipment malfunctions.
  • Maintain appropriate inventories of required spare parts to support efficient operations.
  • Coordinate repairs and preventative maintenance with mechanical and electrical maintenance staff.
  • Use technical knowledge, equipment documentation, safety procedures, and maintenance schedules to follow, improve, and develop preventative and routine maintenance programs.
  • Devise and implement cost-saving strategies.
  • Develop and implement methods and procedures to eliminate maintenance problems and improve product quality.
  • Perform administrative activities, including scheduling crews, completing reports, conducting safety conversations, and completing other required reporting.
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