Maintenance Supervisor

Primary Function:

This role is responsible for providing daily supervision to the mechanical, electrical and instrumentation functions for the maintenance group. Plays a pivotal role in overseeing the daily management and execution of various maintenance activities under the supervision of the Maintenance Superintendent. This role requires a high degree of leadership and technical expertise to ensure the smooth operation of plant equipment and systems.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Employee may be called upon to perform any or all of the following functions:
• Directs and provides daily supervision to the mechanical, electrical and instrumentation technicians for the maintenance group
• Checks work in progress and indicates necessary action when equipment problems arise
• Uses maintenance experience, supervises, and works on mechanical problems in plant.
• Determines material requirement for maintenance jobs and produces same by requisitioning through Purchasing Department.
• Initiates requests for stocking materials in storeroom based on maintenance experience.
• Reviews and approves time off request and time and attendance records for all direct reports.
• Assigned special maintenance and construction projects to supervise fieldwork and obtain equipment and materials required.
• Assists Maintenance Superintendent and Maintenance Engineer in planning and scheduling maintenance work.
• Assists Maintenance Superintendent in maintaining records on equipment and maintenance supplies.
• Initiates commendations, warning, and reprimands, and hears first-step grievances.
• Under limited direct supervision, surveys scope of plant maintenance projects, prepares daily manpower and time schedules for their accomplishment, and accumulates data for historical equipment maintenance records. Performs duties, as necessary, in the absence of Maintenance Superintendent.
• Surveys incomplete work requests and compiles information for the maintenance work backlog.
• Follows the progress of various maintenance projects to obtain information for improvement in future planning and scheduling.
• Attends meetings and conferences as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Technical degree or a High School Diploma/GED equivalent with equivalent experience and background in a relevant field.
• BS in Engineering is preferred.
• 5 years’ in a chemical manufacturing facility with direct support of plant maintenance operations.
• 10 years’ in a chemical manufacturing facility with direct support of plant maintenance operations preferred.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred

Job Qualifications:

• Authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• Ability to read, write and speak English in a clear, concise manner.
• Proven leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Knowledge of EHS and process safety standards, regulations and best practices.
• Knowledge of industry accepted maintenance standards, procedures, and accepted best practices.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks.
• Proficient in the use of maintenance management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to apply problem-solving techniques to improve work assignment efficiency and effectiveness.
• Exercise sound decision making, and judgment aligned with department objectives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to modify individual approach situationally.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.
• Valid, current driver license

Physical Requirements:

Candidate must be able to:

• Lift up-to 25 pounds regularly and 50 pounds frequently.
• Stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Climb stairs/ladders and work at heights.
• Comply with respirator fit tests (where applicable).
• Bend, reach, and stoop frequently.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as respirators, earplugs, goggles, hardhat, and steel-toed boots.

Work Environment:

• PVC manufacturing facility, in presence of chemicals.
• Occasionally work in tight or closed-in spaces.
• Work outdoors, in sometimes inclement weather.
• Moderate noise-level and environmental vibration related to equipment.

Competencies:

Integrity/Ethics

Critical Evaluation

Decision Making

Customer Focus

Planning/Organizing

Work Quality

Dependability

Adaptability

Initiative

Communication

Collaboration