Maintenance Supervisor

Solenis; Franklin (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global producer of specialty chemicals is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for their Franklin, Virginia site. This role involves guiding a team of maintenance professionals and ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a technical degree and extensive experience in process-oriented manufacturing, with a focus on continuous improvement and operational success.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401K)

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in process-oriented manufacturing.
• 3+ years managing a team.
• Experience with SAP functions related to maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the maintenance department and implement improvements.
• Oversee the plant preventative maintenance program.
• Ensure compliance with safety programs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Planning and organizational skills

Education

Associate's degree in a technical field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 US Best Managed Company, recognized fouryears in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com.

The Maintenance Supervisor partners with the site management team to drive the site’s operational success. This position will guide a team of maintenance professionals and be responsible for the physical plants including buildings, grounds, machinery, and equipment, in compliance with local, state, and federal environmental and fire prevention standards. Located at our Franklin, Virginia site, the Maintenance Supervisor reports to the Plant Manager.

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for but not limited to the following:

• Develops, and coaches a staff of electrical and instrumentation technicians and maintenance mechanics
• Manages the maintenance department while identifying and implementing any improvements to align with business goals
• Evaluates and implements cost savings and process improvements to ensure expense controls and cost savings
• Meets or exceeds financial and budgetary goals for maintenance department and the site
• Oversees the plant preventative maintenance program, including coordination, scheduling, and ensuring completion
• Utilizes SAP for work order and preventative maintenance scheduling and tracking
• Reviews and implements value adding maintenance KPIs
• Initiate plant continuous improvement focusing on minimizing downtime, improving throughput, etc.
• Engage and participates in daily staff meetings
• Manages multiple project timelines, budgets and outside contractor relationships
• Facilitates vendor management and communication
• Ensures compliance with high-risk safety programs (LOTO, Confined Space, Hot Work, Etc.)
  
  

Position Requirements

• Associate's degree in a technical field; Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical/ Automation Engineering or equivalent work experience
• At least 5 years of work experience in process-oriented manufacturing (such as chemical, food, beverage) with at least 3 years managing a team
  
  

Essential Position Functions

• Have experience with SAP functions as they pertain to maintenance and purchasing.
• Possesses exceptional mechanical aptitude
• Performs repetitive motion work including hands, arms and wrists 100% of the time with or without reasonable accommodations
• Possesses exceptional communication and negotiation skills
• Demonstrates a high degree of coordination, planning and organizational skills
• Accommodates shifting priorities as well as excellent problem-solving skills focusing on continuous improvement
  
  

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at [e-mail]