Maintenance Manager

CKS Packaging, Inc., a leader and growing manufacturer of rigid plastic containers is looking for a qualified Industrial Maintenance Manager for our Naugatuck, CT team. Our ideal candidate is someone with the technical skills of a Maintenance Manager in a plastics manufacturing (preferably stretch blow molding of bottles or containers) facility with proven success at building, training and coaching direct reports for success at the workplace.

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CKS Packaging succeeds by promoting a diverse, respectful, and friendly teamwork environment. As one of the nation's leading manufacturers of plastic containers, we not only make a difference in the community but offer each employee the opportunity to enhance their skills and build a meaningful career. If you are looking for a family-oriented company that lives by its values, join our team today!

What’s In it for You?

• Stable, growing organization with opportunity for future advancement of qualified candidates if successful in supervisory assignments
• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
• Paid vacation and sick days after one year of service
• Excellent medical/dental/vision benefits at modest employee contributions
• Discretionary Bonus
• 401k participation with Company matching contributions upon completion of first 30 days of service

Job Description:

• Implement/manage manufacturing facility’s maintenance programs, including preventive maintenance, installation of guarding/safety features at a manufacturing plant (note- this is not a residential or property maintenance manager role)
• Maximize reliability and efficiency of plant production equipment (extrusion/blow molders, downstream equipment) and auxiliary systems/equipment (chillers, compressors, blenders, HVAC, etc.)
• Direct , supervise, and develop maintenance personnel (maintenance technicians, HVAC techs, Electrical-PLC techs)
• Direct installation of new equipment and systems
• Manage maintenance budget to achieve facility’s financial goals
• Machinery in plant: Bekum, Rocheleau, Uniloy

Key Job Duties:

• Develop/implement/supervise preventive maintenance program for plant production and facilities systems
• Direct/oversee repairs, upgrades, and installation of equipment and systems
• Determine root causes of equipment failure and develop processes to minimize downtime
• Research equipment and processes and make recommendations to meet future needs
• Schedule mold maintenance / repair
• Ensure appropriate guarding/safety devices are present and operating properly; instruct employees in safe operation and maintenance procedures
• Manage projects and maintenance costs, including maintenance spending, labor and overtime
• Prioritize and direct activities and assignments of subordinate personnel
• Develop skills of maintenance personnel
• Maintain compliance with company policies and procedures regarding conduct, performance, safety/OSHA requirements, and compensation of employees
• Coordinate maintenance and installation activities with production scheduling

Knowledge/Experience/Skills/Abilities

• Minimum 5 years’ experience managing maintenance technicians, budgets, and programs/functions in manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of plastics blow/extrusion processes and Bekum or Jomar machinery and equipment helpful, but experience with extrusion molding and/or manufacturing machinery will be considered
• 4-year maintenance management or engineering degree or equivalent work experience demonstrating functional working knowledge of electrical systems, electrician experience, 480, 420, 120, single phase and 3 phase, ladder logic, schematics, NEC code, hydraulics, pneumatics, HVAC, OSHA, and auxiliary facility equipment and systems
• Superior troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Ability to supervise, manage, and develop maintenance technicians and staff
• Ability to interact positively with subordinates, peers, and superiors to meet operation’s goals and requirements

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• What are your annual pay requirements?

Ability to Relocate:

• Naugatuck, CT 06770: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Preferred)

Work Location: In person