Maintenance Supervisor

Ash Grove Cement Company in; Foreman (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Pay

Life Insurance

Growth Opportunities and more!

Job summary

Ash Grove Cement is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance crew, plan preventive and predictive work, and supervise mechanical repairs at a North American cement facility.

You will ensure safe operations, train staff on procedures, and manage work orders in the computerized system while coordinating with purchasing and external vendors.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 Year / Associate's Degree in a technical field or related area.
• 3 years of supervisory or maintenance experience in engineering or facility management.
• Knowledge of plant equipment, safety procedures, and EPA/MSHA regulations.
• Ability to read equipment manuals, drawings, and blueprints.
• Strong independent judgment and decision making.

Responsibilities

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Provide technical assistance in safe tool use and training.
• Schedule daily preventive/predictive maintenance and repairs.
• Inspect sites to identify hazards and ensure safety.
• Operate the computerized maintenance system to create work orders and maintain records.
• Evaluate performance and give feedback to the maintenance crew.
• Maintain attendance and PTO records.
• Collaborate with Purchasing to ensure parts availability.
• Coordinate contractor work and assist budgeting for capital projects.
• Participate in safety meetings and vendor coordination.

Skills

Safety compliance

Equipment operation

Preventive maintenance

Training staff

Problem solving

Reading blueprints

Team supervision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree in a technical field

Tools

CMMS / maintenance system

MS Office

Industrial safety equipment

Job description

Ash Grove family of companies is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

To learn more about us go to www.ashgrove.com

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include:

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Pay
• Life Insurance
• Growth Opportunities and more!

Summary:

The Maintenance Supervisor schedules, coordinates, and supervises the maintenance crew, preventive/predictive maintenance, and mechanical repair activities.

What you'll be contributing:

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Provides technical assistance in the safe use of tools and equipment, training new and current employees on proper procedures, techniques, and safety precautions.
• Schedules and coordinates daily preventive/predictive maintenance and mechanical repair activities and projects.
• Inspects job sites before beginning maintenance projects to identify hazards and ensure a safe work environment.
• Operates the computerized preventive maintenance and repairs system to prepare work orders, document work activities, and maintain all records.
• Assesses and gives performance feedback to the maintenance crew.
• Maintains records of attendance and paid time off.
• Analyzes and writes job procedures for new jobs and modifies procedures for existing jobs
• Estimates time and parts required to complete projects and repairs.
• Collaborates with Purchasing Agent to ensure adequate supplies are ordered or in stock for projects.
• Assists in contacting vendors and obtaining contractors regarding maintenance needs
• Attends and regularly conducts safety meetings and inspections to ensure compliance with safety requirements.
• Coordinates and supervises the work of contractors for specified maintenance activities
• Assists in preparing the budget for capital expenditures planned for maintenance projects and repairs
• Participates in the monthly conference calls with Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP).
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

To succeed in this position, you will need:

• Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required
• 2 Year / Associate's Degree in a technical field or in a related area.
• A combination of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a diploma/degree
• Minimum 3 years of experience in supervisory or maintenance experience in engineering, or facility management in a similar position in a related industry.
• Knowledge of maintenance and repair required for plant equipment and structures
• Ability to use independent judgment
• Ability to make decisions, plan, organize, and problem solve
• Ability to operate a personal computer
• Ability to read and understand equipment manuals, mechanical drawings, and blueprints
• Aptitude for learning new computer software
• Knowledge of all equipment and machinery used in the plant and how each of them functions
• Knowledge of government regulations, such as EPA regulations and MSHA, as they apply to maintenance projects and repair activities
• Working knowledge of steel specifications, welding, conveyors, AC/DC motors, fans, hydraulic systems, fabrication, cutting torch basics, soldering, lubricants, carpentry, millwright work, mechanics, plumbing, electrical distribution systems, machine shop equipment and procedures, painting, torques, wrenches, etc

What's next for you?

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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