Maintenance Coordinator, Slag Plant

Holcim Ltd.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) & Roth

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical Insurance

HSAs & FSAs

Paid time off

Job summary

Amrize North America Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Coordinator for the South Chicago plant to manage repair and maintenance, improve asset value, and control costs. You will lead maintenance staff, coordinate inspections, schedules, and reporting to ensure reliable operations within budget.

Strong leadership and technical skills are essential. You will develop maintenance policies, utilize Maximo for tracking, and collaborate with multiple departments to optimize plant performance while

Job description

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COMPANY OVERVIEW

Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

Join Amrize as a Maintenance Coordinator, Slag Plantand help construct what's next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America — we want to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Maintenance Coordinator is part of the plant management team and is responsible for administering and coordinating the repair and maintenance of Amrize South Chicago plant property and equipment. One of the primary objectives of the maintenance coordinator is to improve the value of all Company assets at the Amrize South Chicago plant through increased reliability and lower operating costs while allowing the operation of the equipment to meet production requirements within budget guidelines. The maintenance coordinator assists in the establishment of plant policies and procedures concerning the maintenance department and is responsible for ensuring that maintenance staff are knowledgeable of plant policies and procedures and follow them accordingly. The incumbent has a responsibility to develop effective employee relations, competent subordinates, and collaborative relations amongst the maintenance employees and with other departments.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

• The Maintenance Coordinator is required to understand and comply with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) policies to assure that environment, health and safety are the first priority of the business. They must actively support safety initiative and assist the department as needed to improve Amrize South Chicago plant performance and results.
• The Maintenance Coordinator is responsible for inspecting Amrize South Chicago plant property and equipment regularly. They may carry this out personally or produce an inspection schedule and direct employees to carry the inspections out. From these inspections, the maintenance coordinator will produce a maintenance report and schedule repairs and maintenance accordingly.
• Responsible for planning production schedules, optimizing equipment utilization, and ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures.
• As a member of the plant management team, they contribute to the overall performance improvement of the plant, ensuring coordination and cooperation between all departments.
• One of the primary objectives is to supervise the Amrize South Chicago plant maintenance employees in order to reach the budgeted program within safety, quality, environmental and cost constraints.
• The maintenance coordinator determines how the job will be performed and who will perform which activities. This includes creating and posting the weekly staff work schedule, calls out assignments and job postings. The maintenance coordinator must be available outside of normal work hours in case of emergency repairs, and is responsible for assessing the situation and assigning the call out.
• The maintenance coordinator regularly checks on the status of repairs, maintenance and projects to ensure they are being completed on schedule and within budget. They will address issues which may cause delays, find solutions and make adjustments accordingly, as well as keep management informed of issues and progress.
• Maintenance coordinator will utilize a computerized tracking tool for all maintenance activities, which is currently Maximo. This will include entering data and producing reports, for inspections, maintenance projects, preventative maintenance, repairs and other maintenance related activities.
• The Maintenance Coordinator will be responsible for directing and guiding (3) maintenance personnel. This position will be responsible for developing, coaching, and disciplinary within the maintenance team.
• Assists plant management with preparation of plant improvement plan (PIP) and maintenance budget ensuring technical justification of plant maintenance operations. Performs monthly/weekly variance analysis (actual vs. budget and actual vs. forecast) and uses other cost control techniques.
• Manages budgetary accountability within department.
• The maintenance coordinator evaluates the required repair work and creates the maintenance schedule for when the work will be done. The maintenance coordinator decides on which personnel would be appropriate to handle the job and supplies the workers with the necessary instruction manuals and materials for installations and repairs. The maintenance coordinator also manages the work schedule times for maintenance.
• The maintenance coordinator is also responsible for maintaining a preventative maintenance schedule for all equipment and machinery and ensuring that all preventative maintenance activities are performed on schedule with minimal interruption of production.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE\'RE LOOKING FOR

Required Education: Bachelor's/Undergraduate Degree or equivalent experience of 7 plus years in similar roles Field of Study Preferred: Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering Required Work Experience: 4-7 years of prior supervisory skills

Additional Requirements:

• Functional/Technical Skills
• Managing and Measuring Work
• Scheduling
• Presentation Skills
• Problem Solving
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Dress for your day

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BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES

At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We\'re seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you’ll have the chance to build your ambition!

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.Amrize North America Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email [e-mail] . This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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