SHIFT MANAGER I - MAINTENANCE

Steel Corporation; West Mifflin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Steel is seeking a Shift Manager – Maintenance, responsible for supervising technicians and maintaining operational efficiency. The role involves applying engineering principles to improve reliability and includes responsibilities for safety administration, supervising employees, and developing preventative maintenance programs. Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience in manufacturing, along with an engineering degree.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years work experience supervising crews in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work rotating shifts including extended workdays, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Administer the U.S. Steel safety program to ensure a safe work environment.
• Directly supervise union employees and coordinate activities of maintenance crews.
• Develop and implement methods to eliminate maintenance problems and improve product quality.

Skills

Problem-solving

Supervision

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor of Science or Associate degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

United States Steel is looking for a Shift Manager – Maintenance that will be responsible for applying engineering principles, troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques to evaluate and make decisions that resolve operational conditions and improve reliability. In addition, this role will supervise, direct, and coordinate efforts of experienced technicians, craftsmen, and project planners to repair and maintain mechanical and/or electrical equipment to maximize operating efficiencies and improve reliability. Qualified candidates must be able to effectively engage teams and promote an environment of respect, communication, and collaboration through two-way communication and encouraging new ideas and different perspectives that drive individual, team, and company success.

Responsibilities:

• Administer the U. S. Steel safety program to ensure a safe work environment, including proper housekeeping
• Directly supervise union employees and work closely with vendors and contactors
• Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders to workers and assign duties accordingly
• Coordinate, organize, and direct activities of maintenance crews
• Assists workers in diagnosing malfunction in machinery and equipment
• Maintain proper inventories of required spares in order to provide efficient operations
• Coordinate repairs and preventative maintenance with a team of mechanical/electrical maintenance staff
• Use technical knowledge, equipment documentation, safety procedures, and maintenance schedules to follow, improve, and develop preventative and routine maintenance programs
• Devise and implement cost saving strategies
• Develop and implement methods and procedures designed to eliminate maintenance problems and improve product quality
• Perform administrative activities such as scheduling crews, completing reports, conducting safety conversations, and complying other reporting as necessary

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 2 years work experience supervising crews in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Ability to work rotating shifts which will include extended workdays, weekends, and holidays

Preferred Skills:

• Preferred candidates will have a Bachelor of Science or Associate degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, Electrical Maintenance or similar degree program or equivalent years of demonstrated knowledge in a large industrial/maintenance environment.
• Preferred candidate will have experience supervising unionized employees or similar military leadership experience.