The Preventative Maintenance Lead plays a critical role in ensuring the ongoing functionality, safety, and longevity of equipment and facilities within an organization of Viterra US. This position involves supervising a team of maintenance technicians and coordinating preventative maintenance activities to proactively address and mitigate equipment breakdowns and facility-related issues.

Job Responsibilities:

• Supervision and Team Leadership:
• Lead and manage a team of maintenance technicians, ensuring their training, motivation, and productivity.
• Schedule and assign tasks, projects, and duties to team members to maintain optimal preventative maintenance operations.
• Monitor and evaluate team performance, providing feedback, coaching, and support for continuous improvement.
• Preventative Maintenance Planning:
• Use and maintain the company provided CMMS program for all equipment and facilities.
• Follow provided QPM & PM checklists, and task lists to ensure timely and systematic maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with other departments to identify and prioritize equipment and facility maintenance needs.
• Inspection and Assessment:
• Conduct regular inspections of equipment, machinery, and facilities to identify potential issues and safety hazards.
• Analyze data and reports to assess the condition of assets, taking necessary actions to prevent breakdowns or accidents.
• Maintenance Execution:
• Oversee the execution of preventative maintenance tasks, including lubrication, calibration, cleaning, and replacement of parts as required.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards during maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with technicians to troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues efficiently.
• Inventory Management:
• Maintain an accurate inventory of spare parts, tools, and equipment required for preventative maintenance activities.
• Coordinate procurement and restocking of supplies to minimize downtime.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Keep detailed records of all maintenance activities, including equipment service history and maintenance logs.
• Generate reports and analyze data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Communicate maintenance results and needs to management and other relevant stakeholders.
• Budget Management:
• Assist in developing and managing the preventative maintenance budget.
• Monitor expenditures and make recommendations for cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (such as mechanical engineering or facilities management) or equivalent work experience.
• Proven experience in preventative maintenance, with a strong understanding of equipment and facility systems.
• Supervisory or leadership experience, demonstrating effective team management skills.
• Proficiency in maintenance management software and tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance in maintenance operations.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Special Demands:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands, kneel, and bend.
• Exposure to moderate to loud noise within the work environment.
• Exposure to heavy concentrations of grain dust.
• Ability to frequently move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• Ability to frequently wear personal protective equipment correctly, including respirators, fall protection, safety glasses, hard hat, etc.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to comfortably work at heights of approximately 200 ft.
• Ability to work in outdoor work environment, including various climates, weather conditions, and inclement weather, approximately 80% of the time.
• Ability to perform all job responsibilities with necessary special demands for up to 8 hours per day.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Relocate to one of the following before starting work (Required)

1. Wichita, KS
2. Dubuque, IA
3. Kearney, NE
4. Amarillo, TX

Work Location: On the road. Travel approximately 75%, M-F.