What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Manager position at Dicastal North America?
About the Company
Dicastal North America (DNA) is the leading aluminum wheel maker in the world.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Maintenance Manager for DNA's foundry, casting and rough machining areas . The ideal candidate will ensure efficient machine maintenance, control downtime and ensure p.m.'s are being completed effectively, while complying with company policies and industry regulations.
Responsibilities
- Develop maintenance procedures and ensure implementation.
- Departmental daily safety spot checks.
- Ensure that company premises and facilities are kept in clean and hygienic condition.
- Negotiate contracts with outside vendors for execution of maintenance work.
- Manage relationships with contractors and service providers.
- Audit maintenance logs, maintenance connect and reports on daily activities.
- Plan and oversee all repair and installation activities.
- Allocate workload and supervise upkeep staff (custodians, janitors etc.)
- Monitor expenses and control the budget for maintenance.
- Responsible for supervision of maintenance mechanic who maintain equipment within the production facility.
- Assists in establishing methods, controls, and standards for the actual execution of maintenance work.
- Maintain equipment to ensure line efficiencies, improve key performance indicators, and to eliminate down time.
- Plans the use of workers, equipment, facilities, materials, and tools on a day-to-day or project-to-project basis using preventative maintenance systems.
- Motivate Technicians to operate as an effective work unit.
- Assures safety and housekeeping practices are observed.
- Back-up support to all maintenance mechanics who are on the job and may need extra assistance.
- Work with preventative maintenance software to ensure all tasks and jobs are being completed.
- Will serve as the lead contact between production and all maintenance technicians.
- Other duties and assignments as assigned.
- Maintain appropriate staffing levels to support all aspects of Plant 2's continuous operations, including general maintenance and facility needs.
- Collaborate with outside vendors and contractors for shutdown projects, equipment installations, and related activities.
- Develop and manage an effective preventive maintenance (PM) plan for Hotside, Rough Machining, and facility equipment.
- Conduct regular audits of downtime call sheets, PM compliance, and adherence to basic work standards.
- Strengthen the maintenance department by building bench strength, recruiting internal talent, and implementing a robust progression plan.
Qualifications
- 5-10 years' experience as maintenance manager or another managerial role.
Required Skills
- Experience in planning maintenance operations.
- Solid understanding of technical aspects of hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, electrical systems
- Knowledge of Met Furnaces (towers, chips, and holders)
- Machining chip treatment process (Sharkfin/Thermal Oxidizer)
- Knowledge of facilities such as Air compressors, process water, colling towers, etc.
- Working knowledge of facilities machines and equipment.
- Ability to keep track of and report on activity.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities.
- High school diploma or equivalent; Degree from a vocational school or BSc/Ba in facility management etc. will be an advantage.
- Must have computer experience and be efficient in all Microsoft programs.
- Ability to complete service documentation and other paperwork relative to duties performed this includes ability to read and comprehend work orders/service reports, purchase requisitions and any other forms/documentation requested by the department manager and/or team leader.
Physical Work Conditions
- Must be able to work in a hot environment.
- Must be able to lift and move aluminum wheels of varying weight.
- Must be able to stand and walk for up to 12 hours per day.
- Must be able to wear personal protective equipment when required.
*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
