Chief Engineer - Commercial Laundry Linen Service Plant

Tom Trese; Southgate (MI); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance available

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Tom Trese seeks a Maintenance Chief Engineer for a commercial laundry operation in the Southgate, MI area. You will lead the maintenance department, directing a team responsible for daily repairs, PMs, and equipment optimization to keep production running smoothly.

You will supervise safety, implement preventive programs, and coordinate with senior management on capital needs. Candidates should have 3+ years in maintenance management and a strong background in electrical systems and PLCs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years maintenance management experience with knowledge of machinery, electricity, electronics, plumbing, hydraulics, pneumatics, welder and boiler applications.
• Commercial laundry experience is required.
• Must have PM mindset and experience managing a PM program in this industry or similar.
• Previous supervisory/management experience is required; able to lead and train a maintenance team.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting ability of 3-phase 230V systems.
• PLC programming experience.
• Experience in carpentry, boiler repair, welding, and general facility repairs.

Responsibilities

• Safety is Priority #1. Ensure a safe working environment, and protection of all company assets.
• Ensure proper maintenance, preventive maintenance (PMs), repairs, and installations on all plant equipment.
• Supervise, direct, coordinate and assign daily work schedules to ensure accountability for the team.
• Develop and implement computerized methods, control systems and procedures for a fully operational preventive maintenance program, parts stockroom and inventory system.
• Monitor and ensure efficient use of utilities, and practice energy conservation through usage reduction and cost control.
• Recommend and communicate to senior management on capital expenditures, equipment, parts, supplies, and materials.

Skills

Maintenance management

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC programming

Team leadership

Commercial laundry experience

Job description

Client is searching for a Maintenance Chief Engineer for a commercial laundry operation in the Southgate, MI (Detroit suburb) area.

As a chief engineer you’re the leader of the maintenance department where you will develop and facilitate mechanical needs between all departments.

Job Summary

The Chief Engineer has overall responsibility for the daily repair and preventative maintenance of industrial textile processing equipment and facility maintenance and guides the maintenance team by providing training, direction and leadership. They will ensure all vendor services and contractors are compliant with the mission, objectives, policies and procedures of the Company as well as all regulatory requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Safety is Priority #1. Ensure a safe working environment, and protection of all company assets
• Ensure the proper maintenance, preventive maintenance (PMs), repairs, and installations are conducted on all plant equipment.
• Supervise, direct, coordinate and assign daily work schedules to ensure accountability for the team.
• Develop and implement computerized methods, control systems and procedures to ensure a fully operational and productive preventive maintenance program, parts stockroom and inventory system.
• Monitoring and ensuring the efficient use of all utilities, practicing energy conservation through usage reduction and cost control.
• Recommend and communicate to senior management on capital expenditures, equipment, parts, supplies, and materials.

Requirements

• 3+ years Maintenance Management experience with specific knowledge of machinery, electricity, electronics, plumbing, hydraulics, pneumatics, welder and boiler applications.
• Commercial laundry experience is required.
• Must have a preventive maintenance mindset, and experience managing a PM program in this industry or a similar industry.
• Previous supervisory/management experience is required. Proven ability to lead and train a team of maintenance technicians.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting ability of 3 phase 230 volt systems.
• PLC programming experience.
• Experience in carpentry, boiler repair, welding, and general facility repairs.
• Must be a team player with enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work well done; self-starter dedicated to continual quality improvement.

Benefits

Why join this company?

• Competitive Compensation (base salary up to $150k, depending on your experience)
• Paid Vacation Time
• Medical/Health/Dental Coverage
• 401K with company match
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates

Apply today! A recruiter will contact all qualified candidates.