Maintenance Journeyman

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintenance Operations: Oversee the maintenance, repair, and optimization of manufacturing equipment, including machinery used for steel and aluminum products, to ensure minimal downtime and maximum productivity.
• Team Leadership: Manage, train, and mentor a team of maintenance technicians, fostering a collaborative and safety-focused work environment.
• Preventive Maintenance: Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to support the plant’s high-output production
• Project Management: Lead maintenance-related projects, including equipment upgrades and installations, to support new programs launching in 2025 and maintain the plant’s competitive edge.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure all maintenance activities adhere to safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards, maintaining a safe working environment for all employees.
• Budget Oversight: Manage maintenance budgets, optimize resource allocation, and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or performance.
• Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to identify opportunities for process improvements and equipment reliability enhancements.
• Vendor Coordination: Work with external vendors and suppliers to source parts, manage service contracts, and ensure timely delivery of maintenance-related materials.
• Reporting & Documentation: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment performance, and downtime metrics, providing regular reports to plant leadership.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5 years of experience in maintenance management within a manufacturing environment, preferably in automotive or heavy industrial settings.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing teams in a high-volume production facility.
• Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance systems, industrial equipment, and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with steel and aluminum manufacturing processes or automotive component production is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in maintenance management software (CMMS) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across departments and with external partners.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38.00 - $41.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $38 - $41