Maintenance and Equipment Manager

Critical Fit Recruiting; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Maintenance and Equipment Manager in Minneapolis, MN, responsible for overseeing maintenance management of R&D and production facilities. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience and strong leadership skills to manage a team of engineers and technicians while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This role involves continuous improvement of facility operations and managing capital projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of direct experience maintaining facilities and equipment in commercial production environments.
• Experience leading and developing a team – solid leadership skills.
• Deep understanding of relevant building systems, including HVAC and electrical.

Responsibilities

• Partner with engineers, technicians, vendors, and contractors for equipment maintenance.
• Lead, manage, and develop a team to deliver high-performing maintenance.
• Plan and assist with repair and maintenance activities.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical and Mechanical Systems Knowledge

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in facilities management, engineering, or a related field

Tools

CMMS and Plant Maintenance Management Software

CAD or related software

Job description

Overview

Maintenance and Equipment Manager - Chemicals - Minneapolis, MN

We are looking for a Maintenance and Equipment Manager to be responsible for world-class maintenance management of R&D and Commercial Pilot facilities. The Maintenance Manager will lead a group of engineers and technicians that are responsible for all facilities, processes, and analytical equipment, both existing and under procurement. This position will report to the Senior Manager of Facilities.

Responsibilities

• Partner with engineers, technicians, vendors and contractors to maintain and install the equipment and facilities infrastructure used to produce products
• Carry out inspections of facilities and equipment to ensure functionality and implement fixes as identified
• Plan and assist with repair and maintenance activities
• Develop maintenance procedures and ensure implementation
• Continuously improve and build upon the company\'s sustainability
• Ensure all building automation systems meet operational requirements and keeps employees safe and informed
• Comply, motivate and ensure Health and Safety Policies are followed
• Lead, manage and develop a team of engineers and technicians to deliver high performing maintenance to ensure the safety of employees and quality of products
• Implement and maintain a maintenance management system
• Provide support for capital projects
• Lead small scale capital projects
• Develop Maintenance Dashboard and report regularly showing areas for continuous improvement
• A demonstrated performance of successful plant maintenance showing improvements in plant performance

Background profile

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in facilities management, engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 10+ years of direct experience maintaining facilities and equipment in commercial production environments
• Experience leading and developing a team – solid leadership skills and the ability to motivate a team
• Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
• Deep understanding of all relevant building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, building automation and other core building systems
• Able to lead by example
• Experience in maintaining a wide range of building, utility and process plant equipment
• Ability to “figure things out”

Nice to Have

• Experience using CAD or related software
• Ability to communicate effectively with across all levels of the organization
• Quality and customer mindset
• Experience with CMMS and Plant Maintenance Management Software