Superintendent Maintenance

Westlake Chemical Corporation; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical Corporation in Henderson, NV is seeking an experienced maintenance leader to oversee mechanical, electrical, and controls staff, ensuring safe and efficient production of tile. The role requires hands-on management, safety compliance, and the ability to resolve complex manufacturing problems.

You will guide capital projects, apply Lean and 5S principles, manage budgets, and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of maintenance or related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Mechanic or Electrician background is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance teams to ensure safe, efficient production.
• Enforce safety policies and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee maintenance operations and budgeting.
• Drive Continuous Improvement and 5S events.
• Lead project administration and cross-functional collaboration.
• Travel up to 25% as required.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance management

Lean/Six Sigma

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Communication

Electrical/Mechanical know-how

CAD

SAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

CAD

SAP

Job description

Primary location is onsite in Henderson, NV. This role also provides oversight of our Henderson, CO facility.

Travel required to Henderson, CO

JOB SUMMARY:

This position leads a team of Mechanical, Electrical, and Controls staff to ensure the safe and efficient production of quality tile. Must comply with all safety policies and procedures. The ability to effectively resolve complex manufacturing problems and introduce innovative solutions. Utilize Continuous Improvement principles to streamline and improve manufacturing processes. Execute under the company principles; Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration, and Endurance to implement capital projects that will support the strategic company goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Comply with Westlake Safety Policies and Procedures
• Regular attendance, timeliness and scheduling flexibility
• Oversees and directs all maintenance related functions to ensure plant operations can maintain safety compliance
• Managing safety incidents to ensure protocol is followed and maintained
• Utilise problem solving techniques to resolve complex manufacturing problems
• Work with cross functional teams to correct manufacturing issues
• Responsible for plant safety compliance, including air pollution, health department regulations and OSHA requirements.
• Communicate and enforce company policies to employees
• Inspect, monitor, and control the quality of workmanship and completed tasks to ensure it meets company standards.
• Implement and maintain plant preventive maintenance program
• Maintain monthly parts, supply budget and labor costs
• Fully proficient with all machinery
• Utilizes manufacturing Lean principles to minimize operating costs by efficiently maintain spare part levels
• Oversee the usage and availability of PPE ensure the best quality at the best cost
• Proficient knowledge and understanding of all quality assurance procedures and requirements.
• Implement changes in working conditions to improve the effectivenessof efficiency
• Responsible for maintenance department housekeeping ensuringa safe work environment
• Drive Continuous Improvement by executing Gemba Walks and holding 5S events
• Read and assist with writing mechanical drawings
• Ability to lead projects
• Responsible for administration of discipline and attendance policies per Westlake Policies
• Lead daily meeting
• Assists and develops maintenance staffing as needed and directed
• Actively participate and execute as needed in weekly staff meetings
• Communicate with all aspects of the operations, from CEO toplant personnel
• Maintain contractor compliance
• Sustain plant facilities
• Maintain Westlake's Engineering standards in accordance with the latest industry and legal requirements for plant operations and capital projects
• Develop innovative solutions to drive energy costs down
• Maintain a fleet of mobile equipment that include: Electric Pallet Jacks,Sit down forklifts, Sweeper, and Front End Loader
• Issuing work permits for nonstandard work
• Travel 25% of the time
• All other assigned duties by Plant Manager.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Possess Westlake core values: Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration, and Endurance
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal and organization skills
• Total Productive Maintenance
• Computer literate with strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
• CAD and SAP enterprise software desired
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Previous management and supervisory experience required.
• Ability to manage capital projects from inception to completion
• Ability to implement changes
• Implement preventative maintenance
• Inventory and related budget experienceMechanically inclined
• OSHA safety requirements
• Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma experience desired Knowledge of regulatory or environmental requirements

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• At least 8+ years of maintenance experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Mechanic
• Electrician
• Manufacturing experience desired
• Precast concrete industry desired
• Automated material handling system desired

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee should possess the ability to:

• Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortable
• Withstand exposure to temperature extremes inside or out
• Prolong standing or in stationary position
• Complete repetitive movements
• Bend and/or twist
• Lift/move/transport items up to 50 pounds
• Ability to move or traverse about the facilities
• Ability to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditions
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (hearing, vision and hardhat protection)

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities or may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

$125,000 - $140,000 per year

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US markets. The pay range is based on relevant market data in our lowest and highest geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience, and skillset. Westlake is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, sign on payments, and other forms of compensation may be offered as part of a total compensation package (also to include a full range of medical and other benefits).

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.