Maintenance Specialist

Position Summary

The Maintenance Specialist position is responsible for assisting with the development of reliability-based maintenance strategy, based on preventive and predictive maintenance. They will work directly with the Maintenance Leader to build Logic Based reliable job plans, Scheduling activities & Work Coordination. The Maintenance Specialist will work independently and with other plant personnel to plan and/or Coordinate preventative, predictive and routine maintenance tasks utilizing planning techniques in alignment with the policies, goals, & objectives of the company.

Essential Job Functions

Planning Skillset - Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Clear understanding of Logic Based planning
• Ability to create PM Plans & good receive outside services in SAP
• Experience with requisitioning for parts and outside services
• Plan the Preventive, repair, and replacement of all mechanical & electrical systems.
• Conducts field walk downs to identify, photograph and document job requirements.
• Estimates individual resource required hours, total duration time and skillsets required to complete the task scope.
• Identifies materials, tools & equip. required to complete the task.
• Determines & compiles all necessary documents into job package.
• Keeps the bill of materials updated.
• Accurately measure and sustain the work order backlog at a manageable level.
• Participates in plant safety, health, and environmental programs.

Scheduling Skillset

• Two years of maintenance scheduling experience utilizing Primavera 6 or Open Plan scheduling software.
• Ability to step into the scheduling role on short notice
• Clear comprehension and understanding of the following scheduler responsibilities:
• Interpret planning logic downloaded into scheduling software
• Ability to re-sequence plan steps utilizing Key-Sequence qualifiers
• Read and interpret Histogram data to set resource levels
• Can build Gantt Charts with time intervals

Work Coordination Skillset

• Must have a working knowledge of equipment and piping systems
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Complete understanding of maintenance plans and specifications. (The installation and repair of common industrial equipment).
• Read and understand plans and specifications, including diagrams, prints, orthographies and isometric drawings
• Examine and inspect field conditions to identify problems, inaccuracies and cost saving measures that arise or may be encountered.
• Inspect subordinates work for compliance with the maintenance plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and take correct actions if needed.
• Listen to employee suggestions, complaints, problems, and safety concerns. Evaluate each and communicate follow up actions.
• Complete daily schedule updates with scheduler as per procedure.
• Train and encourage the compliance of safety practices, policies, and procedures.
• Walk out and gain a complete understanding of the scope of work and related parts.
• Distribute Job Packages and review task details with craftsmen at the start of work.
• Monitor the quality of workmanship to ensure that correct procedures are observed.
• Take appropriate corrective actions with direct reports when:

**Company policies or procedures are not complied

**Quality or productivity is less than adequate.

• Review all job audits and JSAs to ensure they are correctly filled out, signed & returned to PC

*Complete OPUS (Open Plan Updating System) daily

(Other duties may be assigned)

EXPERIENCE

The minimum requirements of experience are listed below. Consideration will be given to individuals with an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Manage and coordinate the repair of all types of equipment and piping systems in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. Coordinate the efforts of all work crews under his or her supervision and hold them accountable to accomplish the assigned work safely, correctly, and efficiently as scheduled.

• At least 8 years of maintenance firsthand experience as a journeyman in millwright or pipefitting craft.
• At least 1 year experience in Maintenance Scheduling
• Clear understanding and experience with Logic Base planning (Primavera 6 or Open Plan):

*Key Qualifiers

*Sequence Qualifiers

*Lead -Lag hours

*Start to Start Sequencing

*Finish to Start Sequencing

*Ability to build and use maintenance library for repairs.

• Ability to read and interpret documents and drawings.
• Ability to develop detailed plans utilizing logical techniques within industry standards.
• Be an initiative-taking and self-directed individual

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

High School diploma or equivalent.

COMPETENCIES:

· Ethics- Treats people with respect; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

· Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently. Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time. Follows instructions, responds to management direction.

· Communication - Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations. Writes clearly and informatively. Able to read and interpret written information.

· Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Shares expertise with others.

· Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

· Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

· Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.

· Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Help to produce well thought-out solutions.

· Project Management - Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires an employee to be in a process manufacturing environment. There will be minor exposure to various chemicals and compounds, some of them hazardous and/or flammable. Employees must be able to wear PPE required by the location.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, speak, and hear. The employee is required to stand (possibly for long periods of time), use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; the employee may be required, on occasion, to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employees will be required to travel by air, rail, bus, and car (including rental cars).

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Plaquemine, LA 70764: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person