Manager, Maintenance & Facilities

GE Appliances; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead technical support for plant infrastructure and manage maintenance operations. This pivotal role involves overseeing projects related to electrical and mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and leading a dedicated team. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, technical expertise, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact operational excellence and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving background with technical expertise in facility systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for plant infrastructure and manage maintenance activities.
• Supervise maintenance staff and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Technical expertise in facility support systems

Leadership and communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Hydraulic troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

5 years of experience in manufacturing/industrial maintenance

Job description

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Manager, Maintenance & Facilities

Apply locations USA, Louisville, KY time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id REQ-22550

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.

Interested in joining us on our journey?

The Maintenance Manager will provide technical support for the plant infrastructure (power, water, air, lighting, gas, etc). Manage projects related to electrical/mechanical support systems, building renovations and other infrastructure-related items to support manufacturing activities. Based on building needs, this role may be combined with manufacturing equipment support responsibilities. This role has a team of direct reports and coordinates all maintenance/janitorial activities on an assigned work shift.

Position

Manager, Maintenance & Facilities

Location

USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

• Serve as the primary contact within the plant on 3rd shift to provide technical support and consultation on the plant infrastructure and facility support systems.
• Provide technical expertise on plant layout, connections into/out of the plant, and in the troubleshooting of facility operational issues.
• Own and facilitate effective utilization and operation of facility support systems and structure, including lighting, air compressors, electrical (incl. breaker maintenance), plumbing, vacuum pumps, sprinklers, chillers, cooling towers, HVAC, boilers, heaters, electric volts, process waste, drainage, dock doors, roof, fans, back-up generator.
• Conduct reasonable root cause hypothesis for equipment failure and then provide direction on corrective action.
• Supervise hourly bargaining unit maintenance staff by developing, interpreting and implementing policies and procedures.
• Evaluate staff and make hiring and termination recommendations and address subordinate complaints in partnership with HR.
• Ensure compliance with local, state and federal codes related to safe maintenance work practices as measured through internal department compliance audits and safety records.
• Coordinate all maintenance activities in the assigned area with other departments to ensure company goals are being met as measured by key performance indicators.
• Balance workloads and resources to achieve maximum results.
• Provide technical leadership to the team as needed on appropriate problem resolution.
• Provide aid in troubleshooting and downtime response – including electrical wiring, machine controls hardware/software, PLC and high/low voltage power distribution.
• Respond to emergencies as requested; coordinate activities with other responders; direct the work of staff and utilization of resources to make the necessary repair in a cost-effective and timely manner.
• Ensure that staff is trained in complex maintenance activities and are following standard operating procedures as measured by skill assessments and work order audits.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

• Strong problem-solving background.
• Understanding of how to troubleshoot and prove circuit work.
• Ability to perform basic hydraulic troubleshooting.
• Bachelor’s Degree OR 5 years of experience in a manufacturing/industrial maintenance environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work and lead collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment with both salaried and union hourly personnel to meet the needs of the operators, the program, and the business.
• Organizational skills and ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks.
• High level of initiative, energy, and motivation to develop and grow in a team environment.
• Strong technical competency and experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to facilitate team projects.
• Strong problem-solving and follow-through ability.

Desired Characteristics:

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Six Sigma certification with strong knowledge of LEAN, DMAIC, workout, and other change mechanisms.
• Demonstrated leadership responsibility in a union manufacturing environment.
• Lean Manufacturing implementation experience.
• Demonstrated accomplishments showing results-driven methodology, analytical methods, schedule achievement, and teamwork.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment with salaried and hourly team members to meet the needs of the customer.
• Excellent presentation skills and solid verbal/written communication skills.

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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About Us

GE Appliances, a Haier company, is more than a place to work. We imagine, design and build some of the world's best appliances. Our people strive to improve themselves, the company and the community—building challenging and rewarding careers along the way. We value diversity, teamwork, innovation and lean manufacturing. We work with some of the best people in the world who take pride in our products and thrive on challenges. More than a place to work, GE Appliances is a place of opportunity, a place to grow and a place to develop your career.