Superintendent, Maintenance

Magna International • Carrollton, CA

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About The Position

The Superintendent, Maintenance is responsible for the overall operation, direction, and supervision of the Maintenance Department at Decostar Industries. The role supports a safe and healthful workplace, maintains customer and company quality standards, and leads the maintenance team in reducing equipment downtime and responding to production needs. The superintendent also participates in equipment purchasing and installation for new programs, coordinates contractors, and oversees maintenance procedures and documentation. Ongoing training is provided in safety, quality, continuous improvement, and other job-specific areas.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in a related technical field; six years of work-related experience may substitute for the degree, and a combination of degree coursework and work experience will be considered.
• At least two years in a supervisory position.
• Demonstrated organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to stand or walk for up to eight hours per day and sit for up to eight hours per day.
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds infrequently.
• Good close-distance vision.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions at, above, and below shoulder height for up to six hours per day.

Nice To Haves

• Basic computer knowledge is an asset.
• An engineering degree is an asset but is not required.

Responsibilities

• Apply a fair and consistent management approach in keeping with The Magna Employee’s Charter and support a productive employee workplace.
• Identify employee growth, development, and ongoing training needs.
• Follow company policies and expected employee conduct, and support company policies and business objectives in daily operations.
• Meet and maintain customer quality standards and Decostar standards.
• Direct and follow health and safety policies and procedures for employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Correct unsafe behaviors, address hazardous conditions, and respond promptly to employee health and safety concerns or suggestions.
• Report accidents, incidents, and near misses to the Safety Department and complete required forms within 24 hours.
• Complete required safety-related inspections and ensure equipment changes do not jeopardize employee health and safety.
• Ensure employees under the superintendent’s guidance receive required safety training.
• Direct and supervise the overall operation of the Maintenance Department.
• Participate in cross-functional teams purchasing new equipment for program launches; oversee equipment installation and commissioning and complete customer sign-off.
• Measure maintenance team performance using trend analysis, categorize trends, record equipment trends, and use defect analysis to identify high-maintenance items and causes of equipment failures.
• Lead continuous improvement activities to reduce maintenance downtime.
• Perform maintenance tasks, interface with the process control team, and respond to urgent requests that could affect production.
• Prioritize maintenance requests, distribute daily job assignments, review maintenance logs, and handle daily supervisory responsibilities for the maintenance team.
• Coordinate on-site contractor activities.
• Maintain quality procedures and related maintenance documentation.

Benefits

• Engaging and dynamic work environment.
• Employee support and resources for success.
• Varied responsibilities and development prospects.
• Ongoing training in safety, quality, continuous improvement, and job-specific areas.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree