Sr Maintenance Manager

Afton Chemical Corporation; Sauget (IL); On-site; USD 155,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company funded Pension Plan

401k Savings Plan including a company

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Paid Vacation

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Identity Theft insurance

Job summary

Afton Chemical Corporation in Sauget, IL seeks a Sr Maintenance Manager to lead plant maintenance and reliability, develop strategies, manage budgets, and drive safety and asset performance.

You will supervise maintenance teams, coordinate with Operations and Engineering, steer major shutdowns and capital projects, and relentlessly pursue continuous improvement and backlog reduction. This role requires strong leadership and hands-on problem solving in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of maintenance, reliability, or manufacturing experience in an industrial environment; including progressive leadership experience managing manufacturing teams and programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute maintenance and reliability strategies to support long-term objectives.
• Lead site’s maintenance organization including supervision, planning, and trades personnel.
• Manage maintenance budget, workforce planning, contractor strategy, MRO strategy, and capital maintenance planning.
• Oversee plant maintenance safety processes, permitting, risk assessments, audits, and compliance.
• Lead major shutdowns, turnarounds, and maintenance projects with scope development and budget oversight.
• Provide leadership to maintenance supervisors and technical staff to resolve issues.
• Drive reliability and continuous improvement to optimize asset performance.
• Establish and monitor maintenance and reliability performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Vendor management

SAP PRD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP PRD

Job description

Title: Sr Maintenance Manager

Job Category: Maintenance

Requisition Number: SRMAI001044

Job Type: Full-Time

Sauget, IL, 62201, United States

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Lead and oversee plant maintenance and reliability activities to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of equipment and overall facility. Develop and implement maintenance, MRO, and reliability strategies. Manage maintenance programs and budgets, reliability initiatives, and support operational goals through effective asset management. Provide leadership to maintenance teams and collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and other support functions to maximize equipment reliability and plant performance while promoting continuous improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develop and execute plant maintenance and reliability strategies to support long-term business objectives.
2. Lead site’s overall maintenance organization; including maintenance supervision, reliability personnel, maintenance planning and scheduling personnel, storeroom personnel, mechanical integrity staff, nested contractor resources/trades, and other additional technical resources.
3. Manage and provide overall ownership of the plant maintenance budget, workforce planning, contractor strategy, MRO strategy, and capital maintenance planning.
4. Provide oversight of plant maintenance safety processes and procedures; including permitting, risk assessments, audits, and compliance standards.
5. Provide strategic leadership for major shutdowns, turnarounds, and maintenance projects; including scope development, resource allocation, risk management, and budget oversight.
6. Provide strategic leadership and direction to maintenance supervisors and technical personnel to resolve complex equipment and operational issues.
7. Drive reliability, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize asset performance and maintenance effectiveness.
8. Establish and monitor maintenance and reliability performance metrics; including backlog management, work execution, scheduling effectiveness, and equipment reliability.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE MINIMUM:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field

• Minimum 10 years of maintenance, reliability, or manufacturing experience in an industrial environment; including progressive leadership experience managing manufacturing teams and programs

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Master’s degree in engineering or related technical field
• Demonstrated leadership and management skillset acquired in a site/departmental management role

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to guide, motivate, and develop cross-functional teams to achieve maintenance objectives
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify inefficiencies and implement effective solutions
• Strong negotiation and diplomacy skills when managing vendor relationships and resolving conflicts
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines
• Effective oral and written communication skills for engaging stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Ability to lead, influence, and collaborate in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize work, develop appropriate timelines and work to deadlines
• Specialized skills, software knowledge (particularly SAP PRD), and/or certifications specific to the industry/function
• Ability to lead, motivate, and positively influence others

Working at Afton

Who We Are - We're a diverse, global family of individuals, who share a passion for developing innovative solutions. We build our professional relationships on respect, integrity and a commitment to safety and quality. Just as these values apply to our professional relationships, they also apply to the way we feel about our neighbors and communities.

Our Work

At Afton, our innovative R&D programs lead to global growth. Our lubricant and fuel additives are among the most highly developed and widely used in the petroleum industry. Afton is a recognized and trusted supplier of driveline lubricant additives, engine oil additives, fuel additives and industrial lubricant additives.

Benefits / Compensation

Our employees are our most treasured asset and we are committed to recognizing and rewarding our employees for their commitment on an ongoing basis. In addition to the salary listed above, we offer the following benefits to all full‑time employees:

• 100% Company funded Pension Plan
• 401kSavings Plan including a company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Dependent and Personal Accident Insurance
• Identity Theft insurance

Pay Range: $155,000 - $180,000

The pay range displayed on each job posting reflects the previously determined minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries; within the range, individual pay is determined by factors including job scope, job‑related skills, experience and relevant education or training. Please note that the pay range listed in this posting reflects the base salary only and does not include the value of benefits that are provided in addition to the salary for this position.

An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non‑merit based factors.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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