Maintenance Superintendent

Kaiser Aluminum; Newburgh (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

401K vesting from day 1

Relocation assistance

Generous vacation

Employee resource groups

Job summary

Kaiser Aluminum Warrick seeks a Maintenance Superintendent to lead and develop the maintenance organization, ensuring safe, reliable plant operations. You will supervise craft teams, coordinate daily activities, and apply technical expertise to improve asset performance.

You will drive predictive and preventative programs, perform root cause analyses, partner with asset owners, manage budgets, and support EHS requirements, all while collaborating with a unionized workforce.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressively increasing leadership experience in maintenance or engineering within industrial, commercial, or military environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, develop, and motivate maintenance personnel to achieve department objectives safely.
• Coordinate daily activities to maintain plant assets and sustain operations.
• Lead craft supervision and planning; supervise maintenance in all plant areas.
• Provide technical expertise for maintenance teams and process improvements.
• Facilitate Root Cause Analyses of asset failures and manage CMMS.
• Support environmental, health & safety requirements and budget monitoring.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Kaiser Aluminum Warrick has been on the path of innovation, embracing the latest technologies for almost 60 years! We have revolutionized the industry and lead the way in the development of sustainable aluminum products the you use every day for food and drinks. Our people are the bedrock for our operations. Along with their dedication to excellence and integrity, our people are drivers of continuous improvement who build on new ideas while flourishing within our growing business. We provide opportunities for you to think outside the box and bring creative and progressive solutions to our operations. Our passion for inclusion, diversity and equity is a value at the core of our organization and people. Are you ready to start your journey with us and be the future of Kaiser Warrick Aluminum?Kaiser Aluminum is known around the world for its superior quality. Our secret is what we put into it—innovative thinking, industry-leading reliability, and a world-class commitment to customer service. In short, the same qualities we look for in our people.We are looking for a Maintenance Superintendent to join Kaiser AluminumWhat’s in it for you!To support our teams and their families beyond the workplace, we provide an outstanding benefits package effective day one of employment!Industry leading compensation program.401K options that begin vesting day 1.First-rate vacation plan for valuable work-life balance.Relocation assistance for new team members.Employee resource groups.What you will work on:Be able to lead, coach, develop, and motivate subordinate personnel to achieve department objectives in a timely, safe, and environmentally compliant manner.Coordinate daily activities to ensure all plant assets are maintained in the most effective manner possible while sustaining continuous plant operations.Lead craft supervision and/or planning group; has the ability to perform maintenance supervision duties for any area of the plant.Provide and apply technical expertise in development of area maintenance teams, reliability procedures, and continuous improvement of process efficiency and performance.Facilitate technical Root Cause Analyses of asset failures or degradation associated with maintenance of large and sophisticated mechanical, electrical and electronic equipment including an electrical substation.Work as an integral member of the Maintenance team to manage a comprehensive predictive and preventative maintenance program while sustainably minimizing repair & maintenance cost.Partner with asset owners to manage asset health across the facility. Facilitate productive relationships and effective communication between the Maintenance department and the other plant production and support departments.Deploy technical training to improve the quality and efficiency of maintenance personnel to achieve reliability goals.Develop functional competence in the Kaiser Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for supervisors and crafts employees.In conjunction with the Department Leadership and Maintenance Supervisors, facilitate positive labor relations within the Maintenance department. Function as the company’s maintenance representative involving union contract issues.Assist in preparing and monitoring the maintenance budget to ensure financial targets are achieved.Fulfill department-specific Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) requirements.About you:5+ years of progressively increasing leadership experience in maintenance or engineering within industrial, commercial, or military environments.Project leadership and planning experience.Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technical, or business-related field.Preferred Qualifications:8+ years’ experience in mechanics, machine operations, electric-electronics, instrumentation, or associated maintenance within industrial, commercial, or military environment.CMRP certification. Industrial smelting experience. Leadership experience within a unionized workplace.About Kaiser Aluminum Warrick:We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job-related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.About Kaiser Aluminum: Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing an inclusive culture.Kaiser Aluminum encourages applications from women, people of diverse backgrounds and those with different skills and life experiences. Kaiser is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.