Utilities & Maintenance Manager

Kao Corporation•Cincinnati, OH

7d•$100,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Facilities, the Utilities & Maintenance Manager leads maintenance operations and utility functions to ensure equipment availability, infrastructure reliability, regulatory compliance, and minimal downtime in support of business operations and production goals. Utility systems include RO water, wastewater treatment, compressed air, chilled water, and bulk raw material processes. The position supervises preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment and facilities, as well as the operation and maintenance of utility systems. It leads skilled trades personnel, technicians, and team or shift leads; manages reliability, budgets, inventories, and capital projects; and supports business continuity, sustainability, and energy efficiency.

Requirements

At least 5 years of maintenance management experience with proven strong leadership.
At least 3 years of experience in maintenance planning.
At least 5 years of effective project management experience.
Knowledge of utility systems, such as boilers, steam, HVAC, chillers and refrigeration, compressed air, electrical systems, water, and wastewater treatment.
Technical training or certifications in electrical, mechanical, and general construction trades.
Strong knowledge and understanding of engineering concepts, including electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
Knowledge of regulations and requirements of governing agencies, such as OSHA, MSD, and EPA.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or Facilities Management.

Responsibilities

Supervise preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment and facilities.
Ensure timely repairs and minimize equipment downtime.
Manage the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
Supervise teams and the operation and maintenance of utility systems, including boilers, chillers, air compressors, electrical distribution, RO water, and wastewater treatment operations.
Improve equipment reliability through root cause analysis and continuous improvement.
Monitor reliability KPIs, including MTBF and MTTR.
Lead skilled trades personnel, technicians, and team or shift leads; foster safety, accountability, and training.
Enforce safety policies and compliance with safety protocols.
Manage maintenance and utility budgets and spare parts inventories.
Manage capital projects and lead or participate in annual shutdowns, facility upgrades, and expansions.
Maintain utilities and production assets in optimal condition to ensure business continuity.
Support sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives and reduce costs and risks through proactive maintenance and utility optimization.