Maintenance Manager

The role

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for the safe maintenance, repair or replacement of plant equipment and systems, to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals and objectives of the company. The Maintenance Manager will be responsible establishing and managing effective systems for the maintenance function, and for developing and managing an effective maintenance department staffing, including hiring and training of all maintenance department personnel. This position is also responsible for managing costs associated with the maintenance department.

What you will bring to the role:

• Two-year Technical or associate's degree required.
• 10+ years Injection Molding field or related industry.
• Advanced Maintenance skills required.
• Experience with large tonnage machines (4000 tons).
• Strong understanding of OSHA Safety Standards.
• Previous maintenance/ tooling-processing management experience is required.
• The ability to work in a high-volume work environment in a team atmosphere is essential.
• Proven management skills in a team environment.
• Proficient skills in MS Office; Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Thorough understanding of the organization and work environment.
• Has a thorough understanding of plastics materials.
• Experience with Automation a plus.

Work Conditions

• Ability to work in a physically demanding and fast paced environment.
• Ability to respond to frequently changing priorities.
• Ability to climb ladders, squat, kneel, stand and/or walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull and maneuver at least 60 pounds.
• Must have good balance and the ability to work at heights.
• Ability to work more than eight hours per day and on weekends as business needs arise.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Travel, both domestic and international, may be required.