Plant Maintenance Manager

Aramark; Sikeston (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in uniform services seeks a Plant Maintenance Manager in Sikeston, MO. You will oversee maintenance on all plant machinery, ensuring safety and efficiency. This role requires a strong mechanical and electrical aptitude along with management experience, aiming to improve plant operations continuously.

Benefits

Promoting a strong safety culture

Opportunity for growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance work experience is required.
• 1+ years of management experience preferred.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and electrical systems is a must.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee maintenance on all plant machinery.
• Create and implement preventive maintenance schedules.
• Recruit and train Maintenance Technicians.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Troubleshooting skills

Ability to read wiring diagrams

Process driven mentality

Education

Two-year college degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Aramark Uniform Services is now Vestis! Visit www.vestis.com to learn more.

Vestis Uniforms and Workplace Supplies provides uniforms and related products to more than 400,000 customers nationwide, in virtually every industry. From designing and manufacturing to laundering and delivering, Vestis works with local and national clients to create and maintain a total uniform solution that promotes teamwork and establishes a professional identity. Vestis operates from over 200 locations nationwide.

Plant Maintenance Manager

Overview:

Primary responsibility is performing and/or overseeing maintenance on all plant machinery (compressed air system, heat reclaimer, boiler, HVAC, water softener, electrical systems etc).

Utilize proper skilled techniques to assure the safe, efficient operation of all plant machinery. Responsible for the timeliness and accuracy of all necessary reports and paperwork. Document all work performed.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Maintain / Repair or replace equipment when necessary and perform basic plumbing, mechanical, and electrical and building repair work when necessary
• Order necessary parts, tools, equipment, etc. in a timely manner by following company policies
• Maintain a complement of critical spares on the shelf for plant equipment and maintain parts inventory (quantity and value matches with the records)
• Perform root cause analysis for any abnormal conditions/ failures, take required corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurrence of such conditions
• Track utility consumption data, prepare reports and circulate it for management review, propose/ implement corrective actions or solutions to control these costs
• Communicate and co-ordinate with the equipment suppliers to resolve plant equipment related issues
• Maintain satisfactory Market Center targets for cost controls and downtime
• Create and implement preventive maintenance schedule in accordance with the equipment manufacturer’s recommendation/ industry accepted best practices for all plant equipment
• Support an environment of continuous improvement by making/implementing suggestions
• Drive company Action Plans and hold the mechanics accountable for executing against those plans
• Maintain close coordination with production department to resolve equipment breakdowns and other production related opportunities
• Through implementation and execution of company safety initiatives, create an environment where safety is a primary concern
• Maintain compliance with all Federal, State and Local laws and regulation that affect Market Center operations
• Recruit, select, hire, develop and educate Maintenance Technicians
• Create time effective work schedules
• Perform other duties as required or assigned by management

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Displays mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Possesses basic knowledge of required codes
• Displays process driven mentality
• Displays ability to plan pro-actively and adhere to a schedule
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Basic knowledge of Inverter drives, controllers, AC or DC power supplies
• Ability to read electrical wiring diagrams, control logic and mechanical drawings
• Troubleshooting skills.
• Industrial Laundry experience a plus but not necessary
• Previous Wastewater Treatment knowledge a plus
• Dedication to promoting a strong culture of safety

Working Environment/Safety Requirements:

• Must be able to routinely lift and maneuver a minimum of 25 pounds and load/unload product from truck without assistance
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time on concrete floor
• Must be able to occasionally lift and maneuver 50+ pounds
• Exposure to adverse and varying weather conditions which may include extremely hot/cold temperatures
• Fast-paced environment requiring irregular and long hours

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance work experience
• 1+ years of prior management experience is preferred
• Experience with preventive maintenance, welding, pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical required.

Education:

• Two-year college degree or equivalent experience preferred

License Requirements/ Certifications:

• Must possess current and valid driver’s license
• Forklift Certification license is preferred

Location: 400 Northwest Street Sikeston, MO 63801

Qualifications Education

Preferred

High School

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Fork Lift License

Drivers License (Not CDL)

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