Maintenance Supervisor

This “hands on”, working position reports to the Manufacturing Supervisor, and does have direct reports. The repair and maintenance of the equipment, building and grounds fall under this jurisdiction; continuous improvement and structuring of our processes also fall under this jurisdiction, and need more emphasis going forward. We’re looking to advance the structure and core competencies of our Maintenance program.

The hours for this role would be tentatively 9am -5pm. The position would generally not be “On-Call”, but occasional flexible hours and overtime are required as needed. Pay is based on experience and skills. This is a full-time position, with benefits including health, dental, vision, 401k, paid vacation, etc. Travel is less than 5% per year, for training/classes, etc.

Required skills:

· A conscious “Safety First” mentality, and a basic understanding of rules pertaining to NFPA70E, hot work, fall protection, etc.

· A positive attitude and exceptional attention to detail. Must be able to communicate effectively with vendors, contractors, co-workers and upper management. Good follow-up skills are critical.

· Must be able to effectively troubleshoot and repair plant equipment. Must be able to prioritize projects and tasks based on current business conditions and long-term needs.

· Must be able to self-motivate, be accountable, and work independently in an occasionally hectic environment.

· Must be able to plan and manage projects, a parts inventory, a work order program, and an equipment preventative maintenance program. Experience with ERP systems and CMMS.

· Must possess strong math skills to recommend efficiency, throughput and cost-savings improvements.

· Basic computing skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel (AutoCAD and SolidWorks are a plus)

· A basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, HVAC and plumbing principles

· A basic understanding of manufacturing, federal, state and local laws/programs (I.e. NFPA70E, MSDS, PM, etc.)

· Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, wiring diagrams, drawings, etc.

· Physical requirements: Must be able to stand, kneel, or sit for extended periods of time, be able to twist and bend, lift up to 50 pounds, run errands in a company vehicle, and have good eyesight for visual inspection. Must have the ability to operate a forklift, scissors lift, power tools, etc. with training.

Strongly preferred skills:

· Experience in the corrugated industry is a plus!

· Experience with E.R.P. Systems/ CMMS

· Electrical certification, Welding, HVAC, PLC is highly recommended

· Degree or certificate in a related field

· Safety program experience – be able to contribute to a growing safety program

· Project management experience

· ISO and Lean Manufacturing experience

Nelson Container Corporation is a privately held, family run company founded in the spring of 1962. Approximately 35 people are employed here. Nelson Container provides packaging to leading edge organizations with a large variety of dynamic, high value products shipped worldwide. Our key focus is to have customer intimate relationships built on response time, faster than any of their vendors. Nelson Container Corporation would like to offer those who have uncertain demand the ability to have packaging available immediately to them without the responsibility of product that may become obsolete.
Nelson Container is known as a sheet plant because it converts sheets of corrugated paperboard into finished shipping containers. These containers may be printed with multiple colors, and may be combined with protective inner packing, produced from corrugated material, paperboard cushioning, or foam. Design/Engineering department utilizes an integrated CAD prototype system and maintains a Package Proving Center with a complete International Safe Transit Association (ISTA) Test Lab.