Maintenance Leader

Company: Jobot
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

We offer a great work life balance! Earn rewarding bonuses along with great benefits!This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kyle CherryAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.Salary: $90,000 - $160,000 per yearA bit about us:We are a Chemical Manufacturing company providing Synthetic Rubber and Advanced Materials.Why join us?We provide an environment that is safe, welcoming and challenging. With the company in full growth mode, we're looking for the kind of people who think independently, take initiative and be innovative. We invite you to build the future together.Job DetailsThe maintenance lead has the overall responsibility for the site maintenance and mechanical integrity programs and providing leadership to maintain and improve reliability and optimize cost. The role has approximately 6 direct reports and responsibility for both embedded and outside contractors on site. This position will assist with setting objectives for the maintenance department and ensuring these objectives support the overall safety, quality, and productivity goals for the plant. Setting and adhering to annual maintenance budgets is also expected. The Maintenance Leader is expected to lead, guide, coach, and hold his team responsible for performance in safety, quality, and productivity.Required Experience8+ years in Chemical Manufacturing Setting required, 12+ years preferred. 3+ years of proven supervisory skills leading a team of professionals and skilled tradesmen required, 6+ years desirable. Previous experience within a polymer synthesis/manufacturing setting is desirable.Strong problem-solving, negotiation, accountability, and diplomacy skill is required.Strong knowledge of chemical process equipment and maintenance of such required. Background in OSHA, PSM, Mechanical Integrity, and Safety.Intermediate level skills at Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point. Experience with databases, statistical software and SAP preferred. Education Requirements: BS in Engineering or related scientific/technical discipline required. Candidates with 20+ years experience in maintenance in a chemical/manufacturing environment with at least 8+ years of leadership experience may be considered without the above degree requirements.Job Functions: Abides by all safety procedures and practices applicable to location and position; participates in appropriate safety training, demonstrated commitment to and support of EHS principles and values; champions safety as necessary. Direct manager of TSM Maintenance personnel and main contact for contractor work force. Drives Key Performance Metrics related to maintenance productivity and effectiveness, and continuous improvement. Prepares and presents related reports as needed. Serve as a senior member of the Site Leadership Team Coordinate with other supporting and downstream departments (Operations, Quality, EHS, Logistics, Planning, Packaging, etc.) Create, maintain, and improve standard processes Coordinate work assignments for direct reports and ensure adequate work assignments for all maintenance employees Participate in planning meetings to evaluate future specs for process, staffing and equipment requirements as needed Establish maintenance priorities, and revises schedules accordingly Maintain a high level of employee morale within the department. Address employee complaints and resolve concerns Responsible for two-way communication with management and employees. Develop, manage, and implement procedures and work instructions for all maintenance related activities Participates in the interviewing and hiring process Ensures adequate training of maintenance staff Oversee maintenance employees' compliance to organization's policies and practices Lead continuous improvement activities within the maintenance department Responsible for all facilities, buildings, and utilities on site. Mentors, coaches, motivates, establishes goals, and drives performance improvement within the Maintenance team. Ensure staff members adhere to established policies, procedures, and controls. Champions an EHS first mindset within the Maintenance Team and throughout the site. Participates in 24 hour on-call rotation with other professional technical personnel on site. Leads the budget setting process for the maintenance area Implements best work practices for scheduled outages Leads spare part management system for optimum reliability Leads preventative/predictive maintenance program Ensures RCI process is robust for improving mechanical reliability performance Accountable for Mechanical Integrity Program for the site Other duties as assigned by Plant Manager or Business Management Team.Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.

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