Facilities and Maintenance Manager

Luxfer MEL Technologies is a global leader in the development, manufacturing and supply of Magnesium and Zirconium based products and services to technology industries worldwide. We provide innovative products and solutions to global customers in a broad range of markets including Aerospace, Automotive, Oil & Gas, Ceramics and healthcare. We have a wide range of products including hazardous, non-hazardous and export shipments. We are passionate about achieving high standards. At Luxfer, Customer First, Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Personal Development and Teamwork are our core values.

Summary:

The Facilities & Maintenance Manager will lead the site maintenance team, assist with electrical instrumentation and controls work, and report to the VP – US Operations. The position will primarily focus on facilities maintenance, as well as the upgrade, modernization, installation and troubleshooting of production equipment. The Facilities & Maintenance Manager will also assist with projects that will include inside Engineering and Maintenance staff, outside Engineering companies, and Contractors. The main purpose of the role is to ensure achievement of company goals by improving equipment uptime and reducing costs to best service the customers by using LEAN best practice techniques.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• Vacation, Personal and Sick Time Off
• Disability and Life Insurance
• 401k with generous company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities
• Salary starting at $90,000/year depending on experience
• Disability and Life Insurance
  
  

Main Responsibilities:

• Ensures adherence to all safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations
• Plans and coordinates all maintenance activities in the facility including analyzing equipment needs, reliability issues, developing preventive/predictive maintenance programs
• Carriesout inspections of the facility to identify and resolve issues
• Prepares daily, weekly and monthly maintenance reports using CMMS (Agility). Compiles data relating to equipment performance to enable evaluation
• Supervises periodic maintenance, servicing and inspection of equipment
• Sets up the Planned Maintenance Program and schedules for the facility. Must compile, publish, implement, and measure the planned maintenance plan for all business-critical assets
• Establishes corrective and emergency maintenance procedures
• Reviews all facility maintenance contracts/agreements and ensure terms and conditions are implemented
• Plans the need and feasibility of minor additions, modifications and alterations to existing facility and equipment. Participates in the design of such modifications to ensure modified/new equipment and installations are maintainable as per regulation
• Proactively coordinates with supervisors and heads of other departments, establishes standardized working relationship protocols
• Prepares and manages the yearly budget for the department. Discusses the budget with supervisor, recommends and justifies any variances
• Recommends and performs technical training to staff
• Reviews location’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) daily, weekly and monthly, to make recommendations for improving plant operations, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and maintenance problem resolution
• Tracks, analyzes and improves the Maintenance department’s KPIs
• Engages employees in problem resolution to improve production issues/efficiencies utilizing Lean Manufacturing techniques as needed
• Builds long-term relationships with vendors in the industry
• Compares contractor proposals for price and specifications
• Monitors and advises on any issues which present risk or opportunity to the organization
• Provides analysis on costs, new and existing and reviews cost reduction activities
• Any other duties within the post holder’s competence as requested
  
  

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Superb communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Problem solver with a strong analytical mindset
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Knowledge of AC motors and controls
• Familiar with electrical ladder diagrams, PLC diagrams and one-line diagrams
• Experience with PLC, HMI, variable frequency drive programming
• Knowledge of DC controls, motors and generators desirable
• Boiler License desired
• Self-motivated with ability to use own initiative, prioritize tasks and work well under pressure
• Assertive, resilient and welcomes change
• Team player who demonstrates a high level of commitment, adopts a flexible and positive approach
• Committed to Customer First, Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Personal Development, Teamwork; the Company’s core values
  
  

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field, preferably Mechanical or Electrical
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities maintenance, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role. This is a hands-on role. Must be ready to work along the team
• Hands-on electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and welding experience.
• Able to read electrical diagrams and schematics
• Experience working in a chemical manufacturing environment
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) experience
• Computer literate using MS Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint, as well as Power Apps. SAP knowledge preferred
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt a plus
• Proficiency with instrument calibrations
  
  

Luxfer MEL Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Women, minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

This position requires access to our export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, and services. These items are restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to U.S. Citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents of the U.S., and properly licensed foreign persons.To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a i) a U.S. citizen or national, ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder), iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C.

• 1157, or iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C
• 1158, or be a properly licensed foreign person. Therefore, employment is contingent on compliance with ITAR regulations and successfully obtaining and maintaining the necessary export authorization license from the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) or U.S. Department of State Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC). Candidates must be authorized to work in the US
  
  

We are committed to a safe, drug-free work environment and pre-employment drug screening and background checks are required.

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