Maintenance Manager

Aalberts integrated piping systems; Pageland (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aalberts Integrated Piping Systems is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance department at their Pageland facility. This role involves driving performance improvements, managing the maintenance budget, and ensuring safety compliance while mentoring the maintenance team. Candidates with strong mechanical backgrounds and leadership experience in fast-paced environments will be best suited for this important position.

Qualifications

• Extensive mechanical and electrical experience required.
• Previous management experience leading a large team is essential.
• Strong knowledge of safety rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the maintenance team to minimize downtime on machines.
• Oversee preventative maintenance initiatives.
• Review completed work orders for accuracy.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Electoral expertise

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Maintenance Manager (Bronze Foundry)

At Aalberts integrated piping systems Americas, Inc., we have the best, most complete flow control device and connection technology portfolio in the industry. Our goal is to make it an easier and better buying experience by being the only organization that offers a complete line of flow control devices and piping systems solutions. We feature a full range of connections, including push, press, thread, groove, sweat, and crimp to fit your Commercial, Industrial, and Backflow Prevention needs. At Aalberts IPSA, we recognize the importance of providing our employees with a good work environment and an excellent benefits package.

Summary: The Maintenance Manager is in charge of all personnel within the maintenance department. The manager will lead; foundry OEE improvement initiatives, TPM activities, training and development of the maintenance department, and manage the repairs and maintenance spending to align with budget goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the maintenance team to ensure downtime on machines are kept to a minimum on a day-to-day basis.
• Mentor the maintenance team to become more efficient, including supervisors and technicians.
• Experience working with green sand casting.
• Manage preventative maintenance initiatives.
• Instill a culture that embraces and adheres to all company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support the facility Capex planning as required to sustain and or improve the facilities.
• Assign work orders to the team and complete as scheduled.
• Review completed work orders to ensure they are completed completely and correctly.
• Coordinate with production managers to ensure the plant runs as smoothly as possible.
• Maintain adequate materials and spare parts that remain within approved budgets.
• Ensure safe working practices are applied to all engineering and maintenance activities by personal inspections and monitoring procedures.
• Monitor plant downtime and performance, initiate repairs, and make modifications as necessary.
• Mange Tier Boards and KPI tracking.
• Provide technical support for the design and installation of new equipment or modifications to existing equipment.
• Manage third-party maintenance contractors and ensuring they follow site procedures while work is completed.
• Performs a monthly facility walk through and make notes of facility condition and create work orders as required to repair all noted discrepancies.
• Performs casual labor properly, such as lifting/moving heavy items following appropriate safety procedures.
• Ensures all safety precautions are followed while performing work.
• Ability to multi-task and make quick decisions.
• Manage maintenance budget.
• Maintain professional relationship with all contractors, employees and managers.
• Support and perform job safety risk assessments.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Extensive mechanical and electrical experience.
• Advanced communication skills with ability to delegate assignments.
• Continue learning new technology and techniques to reduce redundancy and recommend new cost saving ideas when possible.
• Excellent planning and leadership abilities.
• Previous management experience leading a large team.
• Strong knowledge of safety rules and regulations.
• Able to function in a leadership role and interact positively and openly with employees, managers and contractors.
• Ability to work constructively in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Able to strategically plan maintenance activities to support production and minimize unnecessary spending.

Desired Skills:

• Working knowledge of induction melt furnaces
• Solid expertise in developing creative solutions in a fast-paced setting.
• In-depth knowledge of all steps required in the installation or repair process. This includes effectively and efficiently, providing clear communication and direction, giving timely and helpful feedback to improve solutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Department Managers, Value Stream Managers and Plant Managers.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines within a fast-paced environment.

Aalberts Integrated Piping Systems is an equal opportunity employer. At Aalberts IPS, we are committed to treating all Applicants fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.