Maintenance Manager

vantage

Gurnee (IL)

On-site

USD 128,000 - 150,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Short-term incentive program

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

HSA

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability (short and long-term)

EAP and identity protection

Paid time off and parental leave

Job summary

Vantage Specialty Chemicals in Gurnee, IL is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead the site’s maintenance operations, drive reliability improvements, and ensure safety and efficiency across all processes. You will manage a multi-disciplinary team, develop maintenance plans, and coordinate with vendors to optimize equipment performance.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, 10+ years in maintenance with 5+ in leadership, and chemical manufacturing experience.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering, facilities management, or a related field
10+ years of maintenance experience with 5+ years in maintenance leadership
Chemical manufacturing experience is mandatory
Experience with reliability and rotating equipment

Responsibilities

Develop and implement maintenance plans to ensure efficient operation of equipment and systems
Lead and supervise a diverse maintenance team including engineers, technicians, electricians, and parts personnel
Establish preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend equipment life
Apply reliability-centered maintenance and conduct RCA/FMEA analyses to improve equipment performance
Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and operational issues to minimize disruptions
Coordinate with external vendors for specialized maintenance and repairs
Maintain safety compliance and manage the maintenance budget and inventory

Skills

Leadership

Reliability

RCM/FMEA

Data analysis

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Position Title: Maintenance Manager

Position Summary

Join Vantage Specialty Chemicals as a Maintenance Manager and lead our maintenance operations to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and safety of our facilities. Drive excellence in equipment maintenance and reliability and contribute to our success in the chemical manufacturing industry.

Position Scope

This is an in-office position that works out of the Gurnee, IL manufacturing site. Reporting to the Site Leader, the Maintenance Manager sits on the Site Leadership team. Direct Reports include a Reliability Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance Supervisor. Additional indirect reports (report into the Maintenance Supervisor) include skilled Boiler Technicians, Technicians, Welders, Maintenance Mechanics and a Stockroom Coordinator. The Gurnee site is a 24/7 batch chemical manufacturing operation, sitting on 13 acres.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and Implement Maintenance Plans: Create and execute maintenance schedules and procedures to ensure efficient operation of all equipment and systems.
Lead and Supervise Team: Manage a team of maintenance engineers, maintenance technicians, electricians, and parts department personnel, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations to ensure high standards.
Foster Team Dynamics: Promote a collaborative and inclusive work environment. Encourage open communication, teamwork, and a culture of continuous improvement. Facilitate regular team meetings to discuss progress, share knowledge, and address any challenges.
Establish Preventive Maintenance Programs: Implement preventive maintenance strategies to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
Enhance Equipment Reliability: Apply reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) strategies, conduct root cause analysis (RCA), and perform failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) to improve equipment reliability and performance.
Troubleshoot and Resolve Issues: Quickly diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and operational issues to minimize disruptions.
Coordinate with Vendors: Manage relationships with external contractors and vendors for specialized maintenance and repair services.
Ensure Safety Compliance: Maintain compliance with safety regulations and company policies in all maintenance activities.
Manage Maintenance Budget: Oversee the maintenance budget, ensuring cost control and efficient resource allocation.
Maintain Inventory Control: Keep an inventory of spare parts and supplies, ensuring availability when needed.
Prepare and Present Reports: Generate regular reports on maintenance activities, equipment status, and performance metrics.
Other duties as may be assigned.

Education & Experience

Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, facilities management, or a related field.
Experience: Minimum of 10 years of maintenance experience with 5 years of experience in maintenance management.
Chemical manufacturing experience is a mandatory requirement.
Experience in reliability and rotating equipment

Knowledge, Skills, & Talents

Equipment Expertise: Experience with equipment used for liquid chemical processing and facility maintenance, especially rotating equipment, heat exchangers and reactors.
Technical Expertise : In-depth knowledge of maintenance practices and procedures, particularly in chemical manufacturing environments.
Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to improve maintenance processes.
Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey information to team members, management, and external partners.
Leadership: Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a diverse team towards achieving common goals.
Problem-Solving: Exceptional problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly diagnose and resolve complex maintenance issues.
Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in all maintenance activities.

undefined Working Conditions

This position will travel as business needs require up to 10%.

Pay and Benefits

The estimated base pay range for this position is: $128,000 - $150,000 annually. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, qualifications, skills, and geographic location. This position is eligible to participate in a short-term incentive program. Vantage offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including: