Maintenance Superintendent

U.S. Pipe Career Center; Bessemer (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Pipe is seeking a Maintenance Superintendent, 1st Shift, to oversee daily maintenance functions including supervising maintenance supervisors. You will ensure plant machinery and molds are safe and in good condition, and collaborate with the Maintenance Manager on daily operations and upcoming projects.

Responsibilities include directing maintenance teams, managing bids and purchases, and ensuring compliance with safety rules during shutdowns and routine work.

Qualifications

• Three to five years heavy industrial manufacturing experience.
• Good verbal and written communication skills required.
• Excellent planning and organizing skills required.
• Able to effectively supervise and motivate.

Responsibilities

• Direct maintenance supervisors and hourly employees in repair and maintenance of machinery and equipment.
• Assist the Maintenance Manager maintaining the capital forecast for the department.
• Assist supervisors in evaluating efficiency of procedures, workforce utilization and cost controls.
• Review/assist with job bids, contract labor and non-standard purchases.
• Ensure materials and safety equipment are available for daily operations.
• Generate written/verbal reports as designated by the Maintenance Manager.
• Coordinate Construction, Machine Shop, and annual shutdown activities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Supervision

Planning

Education

High school graduate or equivalent with trade/technical schooling preferred

Job description

Why Join Our Team?

Do you want to be part of a team that is making a positive difference in lives all across the globe? Do you want to be part of a culture where you are recognized, respected, and rewarded for a job well done? U.S. Pipe has been providing quality water and wastewater products since 1899, and for the past 120 years we have proudly supported local governments, municipalities, water departments, and businesses all across the United States, and the world.

What We Offer:

• Team Collaboration: Join a team-oriented environment where collaboration is not just a buzzword but a priority.
• Career Growth: Be part of an industry leader renowned for world-class design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution, and take your career to the next level.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a comprehensive benefits package with options tailored to meet your needs and those of your family.

About the Role:

U.S. Pipe is seeking a Maintenance Superintendent, 1st Shift to join our team. This position is responsible for the daily management of maintenance functions including the supervision of maintenance supervisors.This position is responsible for the daily management of maintenance functions at the including the supervision of maintenance supervisors. Ensures that plant machinery, equipment and molds are in proper and safe operating condition and is an active participant in the planning and construction of new equipment and facilities and modifications to existing equipment and facilities. Work closely with the Maintenance Manager to conduct the daily maintenance operations.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Manages and directs the work of maintenance supervisors and maintenance hourly employees in the repair and maintenance of machinery and equipment.
• Assists the Maintenance Manager maintaining the capital forecast needed for the maintenance department.
• Assists supervisors in evaluating the efficiency of working procedures, workforce utilization and cost control measures.
• Reviews and assists Maintenance Manager with the approval of job bids, contract labor and the purchase of material and equipment that are not standard store items.
• Assures departmental employees have required materials and supplies, particularly safety equipment.
• Monitors usage to assure adequate supply and control costs.
• Generates necessary written and/or verbal reports as designated by the Maintenance Manager.
• Directs the work and planning for the Construction Department and Waste Handlers.
• Directs the work and planning for the Machine Shop as well as validates work produced.
• Responsible for directing the construction and repair work performed during the annual shutdown.
• Ensures that all work scheduled is performed in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensures that Company plant and safety rules and procedures are enforced in the Maintenance Departments and that violators are disciplined in a fair and consistent manner.
• Review, clarify as necessary and understand all provisions of the labor agreement and administer correctly. Also, understand and enforce all work rules and regulations, including safety rules and procedures.

Essential Job Functions:

• Must be able to function in kinetic, up-tempo environment.
• Lead with integrity and by example. Uphold Maintenance Department objectives and goals.
• Operate with a Team first mindset.
• Operate with a proactive mindset, attack problems as they arise.
• Communicate situation reports with Maintenance Manager and Production Management during upset conditions
• Must be willing to fill leadership gaps within the Team as needed.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints, and verify parts are correct to specifications.
• Must have moderate computer skills.
• Must be able to recognize defective equipment and appropriately direct corrective actions to subordinates.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to climb steps and ladders
• Must be able to bend and stoop repeatedly
• Must be able to work in both hot and cold environments.
• Must be able to practice safe work procedures and comply with applicable safety rules and regulations in a heavy industrial environment.

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent with trade or technical schooling preferred.
• Three to five years heavy industrial manufacturing experience.
• Good verbal and written communication skills required.
• Excellent planning and organizing skills required.
• Able to effectively supervise and motivate.

Competencies to be Assessed in Determining Eligibility:

Adaptability, Building Trust, Communication, Continuous Improvement, Decision Making, Initiating Action, Safety Awareness, and Work Standards.