Department Manager - Maintenance

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels.  Carpenter Technology’s high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets.  Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter Technology’s wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing.   Carpenter’s Latrobe Specialty Metals operations, based in Latrobe, PA., was acquired by Carpenter Technology in 2012 and manufactures high-performance specialty alloys serving aerospace, energy and other demanding markets.

DEPARTMENT MANAGER - MAINTENANCE    

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE DEPARTMENT MANAGER - MAINTENANCE

• Oversees preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical).
• Identifies equipment improvements to improve availability, capability and yield.
• Evaluates equipment improvements; reviews detailed data; analyzes data and reports results.
• Performs equipment failure analyses (including preventative and unscheduled maintenance).
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses difficult, infrequent problems with equipment.
• Prepares technical reports to document equipment modifications and writes equipment maintenance procedures.
• Identifies and manages capital projects/improvements.
• Proven experience with CMMS, PM systems and RCM programs.
• Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.

REQUIRED FOR THE DEPARTMENT MANAGER - MAINTENANCE

• High School diploma required. 4-year college degree preferred or demonstrated equivalent experience as determined by department management.
• Three or more years’ experience in a manufacturing, engineering, staff support position or other relatable role.
• Knowledge of SAP.
• Effectively coaches, gives performance feedback and provides development opportunities within or across areas or departments.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and make appropriate decisions.
• Ability to evaluate and recommend new equipment, and process and maintenance technologies.
• Ability to operate a computer workstation.
• Ability to work in a production-oriented environment.
• Ability to direct and supervise others.
• Ability to objectively evaluate employees and their performance.
• Ability to train and develop others.
• Ability to work under frequently changing priorities and deadlines.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Project management skills.

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.