Industrial Maintenance Manager

Central Plains Steel Co.; Wichita (KS); In loco; USD 52.000 - 72.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive pay

Quarterly incentives

Benefits package (medical, dental, VIs

401(k) with company match

PTO & holidays

Career growth

Safety training provided

Stable employment

Descrizione del lavoro

Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing in Wichita, KS is seeking a Maintenance Technician to provide hands-on maintenance support for production equipment, lead technicians, and drive reliability and safety across the plant.

This full-time, first-shift role includes proactive maintenance planning, troubleshooting hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and CNC systems, plus collaboration with operations to minimize downtime.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 5+ years of maintenance leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, electrical troubleshooting, PLCs, and CNC machinery.
• Experience with CMMS and safety compliance.

Mansioni

• Lead, coach, and develop maintenance technicians to ensure safe, effective operations.
• Develop and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Schedule activities to minimize downtime and coordinate with operations.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety policies.
• Support capital improvements and equipment upgrades.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Related field

Strumenti

CMMS

Trumpf laser systems

CNC machinery maintenance

Descrizione del lavoro

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Job Summary

Full Time: Monday-Friday, 1st Shift, 6:30am – 3:00pm with occasional on-call & off-shift hoursLocation: Plant 1 – 3900 N. Comotara, Wichita, KS 67226 Must be willing to travel between plantsAt Central Plains Steel, we hire Ideal Team Players who are humble, hungry, and smart. Team-first professionals who take initiative, build strong relationships, and live the values of Respect, Integrity, Excellence, and Accountability to deliver Best-in-Class customer service to internal and external customers.

• Competitive pay
• Quarterly Incentives
• Full benefits package o Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance o Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, and Long-term Disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match o 100% match for the first 4% of your contribution
• Paid time off & 10 paid holidays
• Career growth & advancement potential
• All necessary safety training and equipment provided
• Stable, long term employment with a reputable company

The Maintenance Technician provides direct maintenance support for production equipment during unscheduled downtimes and scheduled preventative maintenance. The Maintenance Technician works closely with the operations team, technical personnel, and the area supervisors to meet or exceed goals for Safety, Quality, and Productivity.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job

Heavy work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

Maintenance Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop maintenance technicians to ensure safe and effective maintenance operations.
• Establish department goals, performance metrics, and accountability measures.
• Schedule maintenance activities to minimize production downtime.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support for complex equipment issues.
• Participate in hiring, training, and performance management of maintenance personnel.

Equipment Reliability & Maintenance

• Develop, implement, and manage preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of: o Decoil/blanking/cut-to-length lines o Overhead bridge cranes o Side loaders and material handling equipment o Forklifts o Trumpf laser cutting machines o CNC press brakes o Air compressors and utility systems o Facility electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability and reduce downtime.
• Maintain equipment records, repair histories, and preventive maintenance schedules.

Safety & Compliance

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Lead lockout/tagout (LOTO) practices and machine guarding compliance.
• Conduct maintenance-related safety audits and corrective action activities.
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with environmental regulations and company standards.
• Support incident investigations and implement corrective actions.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Analyze downtime data and develop corrective actions for recurring failures.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and reliability-centered maintenance initiatives.
• Recommend capital improvements, equipment upgrades, and automation opportunities.

Budget & Vendor Management

• Develop and manage maintenance department budgets.
• Monitor maintenance spending and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage relationships with equipment manufacturers, contractors, and service providers.
• Source parts, tools, and services necessary to maintain operational efficiency.
• Support capital expenditure planning and equipment installation projects.

Production Support

• Partner with Operations, Production, Quality, and Safety teams to meet customer requirements and production schedules.
• Support emergency repair needs and respond to critical equipment breakdowns when necessary.
• Participate in production planning discussions to coordinate maintenance activities.

Required Skills

• Valid Driver’s License - required.
• Must be able to meet or exceed Level 4 (Heavy Work) of a Personal Capacity Profile.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Manufacturing Technology, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 5+ years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing, metal processing, or service center environment.
• Strong knowledge of: o Hydraulic and pneumatic systems o Electrical troubleshooting (480V, controls, VFDs) o PLC systems and industrial automation o Mechanical power transmission systems o CNC machinery maintenance
• Experience maintaining laser cutting systems and press brakes preferred.
• Experience with overhead cranes, forklifts, and material handling systems required.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Proficiency with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) certification.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience with Trumpf laser systems.
• Experience in steel, aluminum, or metal service center operations.
• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience.