Maintenance Manager

Advanced Cable Ties, Inc.; Gardner (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Cable Ties, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee upkeep of plant equipment and systems. You will supervise Maintenance Technicians and Utility Workers, plan preventative maintenance, and coordinate with production leadership to minimize downtime.

The role requires strong electrical, hydraulic, and robotics knowledge, plus the ability to read blueprints and manage inventory. The ideal candidate holds an Associate degree or substantial maintenance experience, with proficiency

Qualifications

• Associate degree or substantial training/experience in maintenance.
• Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic systems and troubleshooting.
• Formal training in molding machines, electrical, hydraulics, robotics, and PLCs.
• Familiarity with IQMS and common office/email software.
• Ability to read electrical/hydraulic/mechanical schematics.
• Basic inventory control and business administration knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance of all equipment to ensure optimum efficiency.
• Supervise Maintenance Technicians and Utility Workers.
• Schedule and perform preventative maintenance with Production Manager/VP Manufacturing.
• Coordinate installation of new equipment with vendors.
• Maintain safe, orderly workplace and manage department budgets.
• Develop and maintain spare parts inventory for plant equipment.

Skills

Electrical troubleshoot

Hydraulic systems

Robotics

PLCs

Reading blueprints

Budgeting

Leadership

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

IQMS

Job description

SUMMARY: The Maintenance Manager is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all equipment and systems, internal and external to the facility, oversees the Maintenance Technicians and Utility Worker(s) and has the knowledge of and the ability to perform functions of those roles as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Always represent ACT in the highest professional and ethical manner.
• Take initiatives in streamlining and organizing duties in the department.
• Responsible for maintenance and servicing of all equipment for optimum efficiency.
• Work with Production Manager and/or VP of Manufacturing in scheduling and performing preventative maintenance on equipment to minimize the impact to production schedules.
• Specify and recommend machinery and/or equipment to meet production needs effectively and efficiently.
• Coordinate installation of new equipment as required, working with any outside vendors as necessary.
• Select and assign personnel for maintenance and utility positions.
• Maintain a safe and orderly workplace.
• Perform all duties deemed necessary to support manufacturing operations.
• Maintain, within budget, spare parts inventory sufficient to support plant equipment.
• Work with department managers and production personnel to ensure adequate support from and for department.
• Work with vendors and contractors to provide cost-efficient products and services as needed.
• Develop and maintain budgets for the Maintenance Department.
• Conduct performance appraisals and solve routine personnel problems.
• Administration of department, documentation, reports, timecards, attendance, vacation, performance, etc.
• Interact regularly with Management, production team members and external vendors.
• Quality is everyone’s responsibility.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Associate’s degree and/or substantial training and experience in injection molding machine and plant maintenance is required.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical, hydraulic principles and troubleshooting techniques is required.
• Formal training in the areas of Molding Machines, Electrical, Hydraulic, Robotics and Programmable Logic Controllers.
• Requires basic input into established systems, including IQMS, email and other software as required per project.
• Must be able to set up and work with miscellaneous measuring tools.
• Must be able to read electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical blueprints and schematics.
• Basic knowledge in business administration and inventory control.
• Must be capable of handling multiple priorities/tasks.
• Must be able to move and/or lift objects weighing up to and in excess of 40 pounds.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position has supervisory responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The work environment is typical of clean manufacturing, using robotic systems. At times, the work environment is that of a working warehouse due to the use of material handling equipment. Noise level is consistent with system alarms and overhead announcements. Must be able to bend, lift and stack materials up to 70 pounds. Work is typically walking and standing a high percentage of the workday. Requires physical stamina and occasional periods of sitting and may also require stooping, kneeling and crouching.