What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Manager position at First Search Inc.?
Maintenance Manager
Position Overview:
The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing the repair, maintenance, and installation of machinery, tools, and equipment, as well as the upkeep of buildings, grounds, and utility systems. This role ensures the continuous operation of production and facility systems by managing a team of maintenance personnel and contractors. We are looking for a proactive leader with a strong technical background and the ability to drive operational improvements while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Location: New Orleans, LA
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and schedule maintenance, repairs, and equipment installations to support uninterrupted production operations.
- Prioritize work orders and direct maintenance activities to optimize efficiency.
- Oversee utility system maintenance, ensuring a continuous supply of heat, steam, electricity, gas, and air for operations.
- Supervise personnel and contractors engaged in facility and grounds maintenance.
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs in collaboration with maintenance staff.
- Analyze production, quality, and maintenance reports to adjust maintenance strategies as needed.
- Inspect machinery and equipment to ensure compliance with operational standards.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
- Manage procurement of tools, equipment, and supplies for maintenance operations.
- Lead training programs to enhance employee performance and ensure adherence to company policies.
- Collaborate with management, engineering, and quality teams to resolve maintenance challenges and improve system reliability.
- Develop and manage the department budget, monitoring expenditures to align with financial objectives.
Qualifications & Experience:
Required:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field.
- Minimum of five years of maintenance management experience in a mid-to-large manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications and computerized maintenance management systems.
- Strong leadership skills with experience in team management.
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
- Experience with predictive maintenance and project management.
- Extensive experience in anhydrous ammonia refrigeration systems and PSM compliance.
- Familiarity with wastewater procedures and PLC/controls troubleshooting.
Preferred:
- Certification in Ammonia Refrigeration and Process Safety Management (PSM).
