Waynesboro Maintenance Lead

Ingevity; Waynesboro (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Lead to oversee maintenance operations and ensure safety and efficiency in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role involves leading a team of maintenance technicians, collaborating closely with management, and implementing best practices for maintenance scheduling and execution. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, with a proven track record in maintenance supervision. Join a company that values innovation and teamwork, where your contributions will directly impact the safety and productivity of the operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience supervising maintenance personnel in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong understanding of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance activities and ensure safety standards are met.
• Coordinate with other departments to minimize downtime and maximize safety.

Skills

Team Development

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Safety Management

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Family Group:

Manufacturing Operations

Are you ready to do something remarkable? Ready to collaborate with an incredible team to solve problems that improve people's lives? Meet Ingevity.

At Ingevity, we develop innovations that purify, protect and enhance the world around us. Our products enable oil to flow better, crops to grow fuller, roads to last longer and ensure that the air we all breathe is cleaner.

Our people come from all different backgrounds and help reimagine new possibilities daily. We understand there is no challenge too big and no contribution too small. We seek out new ideas for tackling complex problems and celebrate achieving the improbable. We value each person's unique talents and synergize them to create meaningful impact and sustainable solutions for our customers and our world.

Bold. Energetic. Ingenious. Genuine. If these qualities describe you, we'd love for you to join Ingevity!

The Maintenance Lead oversees all maintenance activities, providing leadership to maintenance technicians. Collaborating with the Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Planner, and Reliability Engineer, the Maintenance Lead ensures efficient scheduling, execution, and supports the professional development of the technicians. Safety, trust, and teamwork are key priorities.

Responsibilities:

Safety:

• Accountable for safe maintenance activities. Continuously evaluates workplace for safety concerns and ensures behavioral safety initiatives are performed to goal levels. Will promote, teach and improve safety systems and procedures to employees and contractors such as LOTO, permits to work, safety audits
• Promote and ensure adherence to 5S standards and safety/housekeeping policies.

Work Scheduling:

• Actively participate in Daily Operating Instruction meetings, reporting on results and insights from completed maintenance (PM) activities.
• Own the maintenance scheduling system, ensuring alignment with maintenance plans and identified work from weekly meetings.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with other departments to minimize plant downtime and maximize safety
• Work with maintenance personnel and the maintenance planner to ensure correct prioritization and timely completion of all work orders and sets out work on a weekly or day to day basis
• Navigate and utilize software programs (SAP, Microsoft Office proficiency preferred).

Work Execution:

• Oversee and ensure the successful execution of planned maintenance activities, including outage scheduling.
• Set and maintain high standards in all aspects of maintenance activities
• Serve as a coach and resource for the maintenance team, acting as a bridge between operations and maintenance teams
• Work with engineering team(s) for more complicated maintenance and/or process improvements.
• Engage in post-job reviews for continuous improvement.

People:

• Directly supervises Maintenance Technicians (mechanical, electrical & multi-craft), including approving timesheets, vacation requests, and managing department overtime needs
• Holds Maintenance Technicians accountable and administers corrective/disciplinary procedures when employees are not in compliance with policies and procedures
• Fosters Teamwork, collaboration, and trust in the work environment
• Align with each technician to determine training paths and support development needs in both technical and soft skills.
• Provide ongoing feedback to technicians. Evaluate technicians through scheduled formal written performance reviews. Take corrective action as necessary according to company policy.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience supervising maintenance personnel is preferred
• 3+ years within a manufacturing environment
• Strong motivational and team development skills, fostering respect and accountability.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Thorough understanding of plant operations, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Experience in preventive and corrective maintenance, asset care, and maintenance planning/scheduling.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and capability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office preferred

Ingevity is a company made up of extraordinary people of every race, religion and background, all worthy of the same dignity. Our differences are one of our great strengths. Join us in building a culture of increasing diversity and respect - a culture where everyone belongs.

Ingevity is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

Recruiting Agencies: Ingevity does not accept unsolicited resumes and therefore, will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.