Maintenance Manager

Valéron Strength Films - An ITW Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Valéron Strength Films - An ITW Company in Houston, TX is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead the Maintenance Department, drive TPM initiatives, and partner with EHS to enhance site safety. You will manage CMMS, develop maintenance programs, and oversee budgets to ensure reliable operations.

The role requires 7–10 years in engineering, 5+ years as a Maintenance Manager, and strong data-driven improvement skills. Exceptional leadership and collaboration with Operations are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology.
• 7–10 years in an engineering role in industrial manufacturing.
• 5 years minimum as Maintenance Manager.
• Experience implementing TPM, CMMS and 5S programs.
• Proficient with Word, SharePoint and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Maintenance Department to maximize performance while controlling costs.
• Collaborate with EHS Manager on safety culture and compliance.
• Maintain high safety standards within Maintenance, embedding safety in processes.
• Develop and maintain Job Hazard Analyses for routine maintenance.
• Prepare annual maintenance budget and quarterly estimates; manage spends.
• Analyze maintenance areas for improvements and implement sustainable plans.
• Drive reduction of unplanned downtime and deliver predictive analytics.
• Manage CMMS to plan maintenance and record activities.
• Leverage CMMS to improve preventive maintenance plans and KPIs.
• Develop maintenance programs for new/upgraded equipment.
• Use ITW toolbox for data-driven continuous improvement.

Skills

Maintenance Mgmt

CMMS

TPM

5S

Data Analysis

Leadership

MS Office

Education

B.S. in Engineering/Engineering Technology

Tools

SharePoint

Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage Maintenance Department to maximize performance while minimizing costs
• Partner with EHS Manager for site safety culture improvement initiatives and requirements.
• Ensure the highest levels of safety are in place within the Maintenance Department, incorporating safety in processes and procedures.
• Develop and maintain Job Hazard Analyses for routine maintenance procedures
• Prepare the annual budget and quarterly estimates for maintenance expenses. Manage maintenance expenses within the budget per plan.
• Analyze key Maintenance Department areas of improvement and develop sustainable improvement plans to support Houston’s manufacturing operations.
• Sustain/improve programs that reduce unplanned downtime and deliver predictive analytics on key equipment.
• Manage Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), ensuring the system is utilized to drive planned maintenance and record unplanned maintenance activities.
• Utilize CMMS to improve preventative maintenance plans/procedures and track key performance indicators for maintenance tasks/frequency.
• Develop maintenance programs for new and upgraded equipment.
• Utilize the ITW toolbox to analyze data and drive continuous improvement

Job Description:

• Manage Maintenance Department to maximize performance while minimizing costs
• Partner with EHS Manager for site safety culture improvement initiatives and requirements.
• Ensure the highest levels of safety are in place within the Maintenance Department, incorporating safety in processes and procedures.
• Develop and maintain Job Hazard Analyses for routine maintenance procedures
• Prepare the annual budget and quarterly estimates for maintenance expenses. Manage maintenance expenses within the budget per plan.
• Analyze key Maintenance Department areas of improvement and develop sustainable improvement plans to support Houston’s manufacturing operations.
• Sustain/improve programs that reduce unplanned downtime and deliver predictive analytics on key equipment.
• Manage Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), ensuring the system is utilized to drive planned maintenance and record unplanned maintenance activities.
• Utilize CMMS to improve preventative maintenance plans/procedures and track key performance indicators for maintenance tasks/frequency.
• Develop maintenance programs for new and upgraded equipment.
• Utilize the ITW toolbox to analyze data and drive continuous improvement

The 80

• Manage Maintenance Buyer and spare parts inventory program
• Manage the Houston site capital projects and assist with capital plan development

The 20

• Manage Maintenance Buyer and spare parts inventory program
• Manage the Houston site capital projects and assist with capital plan development

Key Deliverables To Demonstrate Success In 12 Months

• Sustained operational performance and budget management with improve ments in efficiency within the Maintenance Team.
• Gain followership from the Maintenance Team and develop strong relationships with the Operations Team
• Fully utilize CMMS to manage PMs, spare parts and to drive predictive analytics and KPIs
• Documented procedures for complex and/or routine maintenance tasks
• Develop plans to close knowledge gaps within the Maintenance Team

Skills And Experience Needed

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology
• 7 – 10 years in an engineering role in an industrial manufacturing environment. Experience with complex control systems and rotating equipment preferred
• 5 years of experience as a Maintenance Manager
• Track record of successful TPM, CMMS, and 5S program implementation
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, SharePoint and Excel

Process Orientation

• Seeks a detailed understanding of each process looking for ways to simplify and improve them.
• Uses metrics to evaluate performance
• Focuses on both process and results measures
• Incorporates “voice of the customer” on all process improvement activities

Teamwork

• Balances team and individual responsibilities
• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views
• Supports everyone's efforts to succeed

Leadership

• Creates and effectively communicates a compelling vision for the business and aligns his/her team and senior management behind it
• Drives positive change and challenges the status quo
• Leads and behaves from an “enterprise first” perspective

Business Acumen

• Understands business implications of decisions
• Aligns work with strategic goals

Managing People

• Coaching and Influencing
• Talent Management, Team Development

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