Assistant Chief Engineer - Medico Long Beach

The Industrial Maintenance Supervisor also known as Assistant Chief Engineer is responsible for supporting the plant’s equipment repairs and upkeep as required for the processing of linens within the plant. The Assistant Chief Engineer must be prepared to adapt to the changing needs of a fast-paced production environment while co-leading their team to success. The Assistant Chief Engineer is expected to represent Medico Healthcare Linen Service with the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

·         Assumes the Chiefs Engineer’s duties during his/her absence.

·         Handles special work assignments and trouble calls.

·         Assist in training personnel in proper operating practices for all work performed.

·         Assists in weekly payroll processing. Enforce appropriate safety regulations.

·         Conduct regular inspections, report findings, and make recommendations to the Chief Engineer.

·         Become a regular participant in the plant’s safety committee.

·         Assist in scheduling and carrying out preventive mechanical maintenance on equipment.

·         Assist, coach and lead the Journeyman and Apprentice mechanics as necessary.

·         Assist in regular inventorying of spare parts and chase parts as directed.

·         Maintain and record daily utility consumption meter readings.

·         Update equipment records on all maintenance performed.

·         Safely operate scissor lifts, forklifts, and other material handling equipment

·         Provide power tools for team usage only upon certifying employee's ability to use.

·         Safely use hand and power tools throughout the facility

·         Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair process and support equipment within the plant.

·         Safely performs basic machining operations such as threading, drilling, tapping, and grinding.

·         Attend scheduled staff meetings, daily internal meetings, and trainings as required.

·         Communicate with employees about rules, regulations, policies, and company objectives.

·         Ensure all engineer and maintenance employees comply with required PPE standards as required as well as all safety policies.

·         Participate in employee hiring, training, development, and management, providing guidance to employees.

·         Complete and maintain all required record keeping, data, and paperwork as needed such as, reporting employee injuries and taking accident reports, disciplinary notices, performance reviews, and weekly attendance reports and reviewing time clock entries for payroll processing.

·         Apply disciplinary actions as required, always adhering to CBA and company policy. This will include tracking and logging attendance for all production employees. Any disciplinary actions should include the participation of the HR representative of the plant.

·         Investigate and respond to all employee complaints or concerns.

·         Comply with all company policies and procedures.

·         Must maintain regular and punctual attendance.

·         Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent (Preferred)
• Boiler Operator License (Optional)
• Trade school or trade certification (Preferred)

• Skills:
  • Lockout/Tag-Out safety procedures:2 years (Required)
  • Preventive Maintenance: 2 years (Required)
  • Industrial/Production equipment maintenance and repair: 2 years (Required)
  • Supervisor Experience: 2 Years (Prefered)
  • Laundry services industry experience
  • Experience in basic welding
  • Basic knowledge of plumbing and mechanical fabrication
  • Ability to communicate in English in both written and verbal.
  Basic knowledge and understanding of OSHA safety requirements as related to industrial operations.

Physical:

• Able to stand and walk for long hours at a time.
• Carrying tools and equipment of up to 50 pounds on occasion

Constant exposure to hazards including confined spaces, chemicals, steam under pressure.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and employees will also perform other duties as assigned by management as required.

Medico Healthcare Linen Service reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Salary : $65,000 - $80,000