Manager, Maintenance Operations

Here are a few of the Benefits of working with Savage: Opportunities for Growth Annual bonus, Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, profit sharing, and 401(k) with match We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)  The Maintenance Manager leads the Maintenance Team in diagnosing, repairing and maintaining machinery and equipment at Savage's Petroleum Coke Handling operation in Baytown, Texas. Savage manages and performs critical steps in the Coke supply chain, including management of product using a bridge crane, conveying systems, and barges.  Savage also performs preventive and running maintenance of this equipment (minor and major), along with maintenance of Savage owned assets and customer owned decoking equipment.     Here is what you will be doing: Ensure all employees follow proper safety rules, maintenance and operating procedures and facilitate corrective action Write and revise maintenance procedures as needed Oversee development and execution of weekly maintenance schedule Supervise daily maintenance activities and work force performing maintenance Assist in all training of employees in proper maintenance techniques and equipment operation Lead preventative maintenance practices Maintain the CMMS to ensure the system is properly utilized Manage spare parts inventory and ensure that necessary amounts of inventory are in stock to reduce any delays or failures Perform daily inspections and maintenance audits Communicate with the customer in a professional and competent manner  Maintenance: extensive knowledge of conveyor systems, decoking equipment, hydraulics, and vessel loading systems Experience executing planned and scheduled maintenance activities with a focus to reduce emergency and reactive work Working knowledge of mechanical systems, trouble shooting and problem solving Thorough understanding of reliability initiatives and reliability focused methodology This is what we need from you: Minimum of 5 years’ experience working with bulk materials, conveyor systems, tractor/trailers, and heavy equipment Minimum of 5 years in a supervisory role, preferably maintenance Background in Preventative Maintenance and Mechanical Reliability Knowledge and experience using a CMMS Background in planning and scheduling maintenance Extensive knowledge operating a variety of equipment is a plus Experience with applying safety regulations and written procedures within a refinery or chemical plant is required Bachelor’s degree preferred  Light welding and fabrication skills are a plus Physical Requirements: Able to work in all types of weather conditions  Lift up to 50lbs by hand without a reasonable accommodation  Available as needed at a 24/7 operation  Should be comfortable working from elevated surfaces