Maintenance Manager

SA Recycling LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry leader is looking for a Maintenance Manager to elevate their maintenance operations. This role involves developing and implementing effective maintenance programs across multiple facilities, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in maintenance management, excellent leadership qualities, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will drive performance and foster a culture of safety and quality. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in the scrap metal or related industry.
• Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Champion a safe work environment and oversee maintenance programs.
• Lead maintenance and repair of production equipment and fleet.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Bilingual (English & Spanish)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a Relevant Field

Tools

Electronic Maintenance Management Systems

Lean Processes

Job description

As an industry leader in the metals recyclables space, SA Recycling is seeking a dynamic, motivated and goal driven Maintenance Manager to join our team and build a best-in-class maintenance program. The Maintenance Manager will partner with the Regional General Manager (RGM) and General Managers (GMs) in establishing maintenance programs for multiple facilities to including, buildings, stationary and mobile production equipment, and a fleet of trucks and trailers. If you have significant maintenance management experience; strong leadership, mentoring and communications skills; a background in equipment or production facilities maintenance; and a drive for improving operations and delivering the highest levels of performance, this may be the position for you.

Responsibilities of the Maintenance Manager

• Champion a positive and safe work environment for all employees, suppliers, customers and vendors.
• Responsible for the safety and security of the employees, inventory, and equipment, as well as identifying and implementing appropriate maintenance training courses and certifications for applicable employees.
• Partner with the RGM and GMs to develop and implement cost-effective maintenance programs focusing on continuous improvement and minimized production downtime.
• Travel to facilities within the territory to provide training and complete maintenance tasks, audits and inspections.
• Lead and participate in the maintenance and repair of stationary and mobile production equipment, heavy equipment, and the fleet of trucks and trailers.
• Coach team members on technical issues and provide learning opportunities, feedback, and solutions for routine, technical or complex maintenance tasks.
• Oversee the management of contractors; parts inventories; maintenance records and documentation; and department budget.
• Establish and maintain an electronic maintenance management records keeping system to track work orders, inventories, and maintenance records for all applicable equipment.
• Prepare reports, analyze data, complete and track budgets, and make recommendations for plant, equipment, and truck maintenance related improvements.

Qualifications of the Maintenance Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of work or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• 5+ years’ experience maintenance experience in the scrap metal, mining, demolition or related industry.
• 5 years of progressively responsible management experience in leading fast paced and diverse operations.
• A comprehensive understanding of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, PLC’s and large motor subsystems.
• Prefer LEAN certification and the successful implementation of lean processes in a maintenance organization or setting.
• Ability and willingness to work in an outdoor environment and in all types of weather.
• Advanced organizational and problem-solving skills with a results-oriented mentality.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to communicate effectively, interact with vendors and contractors, ability to manage and motivate employees, and promote a strong company culture centered on safety and quality.
• Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills highly desired.