Overview

Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.

We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment. Watch our values video to learn more about what we do, our commitment to sustainability and our company values and culture.

Responsibilities

• Direct, supervise and follow-up on trades to accomplish minimal unscheduled downtime, provide for effective routine maintenance and support Operations group as Internal Customers
• Support Process group in implementing process improvement projects and routines. Support Engineering department in implementing and installing new equipment or making modifications to existing equipment
• Emphasize safe procedures, work habits and housekeeping to accomplish minimal department injuries and to accomplish total compliance with outside agencies
• Assist and direct projects as directed by Maintenance Management
• Continually improve the skill level of the trades through on-the-job training, vendor training, specialized classes, etc.
• Supervise outside contractor’s efforts when services are needed to supplement plant maintenance crafts
• Ensure that the outside contractors perform to Knauf’s safety standards
• Support the Operations group to accomplish clean-outs and machine rebuilds in a timely fashion
• Assist as requested with weekend, holiday and call-in maintenance
• Maintain shop equipment as needed
• Control the Storeroom spare parts. Purge obsolete parts from system, add new parts as required and follow up to see that maintenance personnel are properly requisitioning parts from the stores
• Manage Maintenance CAPEX projects as needed

Qualifications

Education:

• Associate's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Technology
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or other technical field preferred

Experience:

• Minimum five (5) years’ engineering/maintenance experience in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Minimum two (2) years of supervisory/leadership experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Ability to coach and mentor others; provide routine feedback and ensure goals are met
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities under limited supervision in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to drive equipment reliability, accessibility and maintainability
• Ability to perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed
• Ability to travel approximately 10-15% of the time depending on business needs
• Ability to work additional hours at times when requested (emergencies, plant shut-downs, etc.)
• Knowledge of maintenance and management principles involved in project planning, resource allocation and leadership techniques
• Knowledge of an ERP system such as SAP preferred
• Interpersonal, written and verbal communication and organizational skills
• Computer skills in a MS Windows Environment; proficient in Word and Excel