Assistant Maintenance Manager (Electrical)

Waupaca Foundry, Inc. is North America’s leading supplier of iron castings and has a history of innovation with a legacy of product quality. Waupaca Foundry employs approximately 4,400 people company-wide.
Waupaca Foundry is committed to relentless improvement, forward-thinking sustainability initiatives, and providing a reliable experience to the millions who use our castings every day. Our goal is to employ individuals who take pride in their work within a culture of continual innovation.
Waupaca Foundry is proud to be an employer of choice for those driven and skilled individuals seeking rewarding careers by producing top quality castings.

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Assistant Maintenance Manager (Electrical)

ROLE:

The Assistant Maintenance Manager’s job is to oversee all installation, repair and upkeep operations of the plant. You will be the one to ensure that your skilled tradesman have the best physical resources available to complete their duties according to budget.

You will have a solid understanding of mechanical and electrical systems as well as plumbing, carpentry, and other crafts. You will be well versed in all maintenance processes and health, safety, and environmental regulations. Also needed will be to have aptitude in undertaking administrative tasks such as reporting, budgeting etc.

The goal is to ensure the plant is well maintained and adequate to support the company’s business operations.

This position will require working weekends as needed and being called in to assist with problems as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Directly supervise, and evaluate, hourly mechanics, electricians, and laborers utilizing them to safely keep the plant and plant equipment in good repair.
• Ensure that employees are following all safety procedures and are able to recognize problems.
• Ensure accurate reporting and daily processing of Plant Maintenance Notifications and PM schedules.
• Develop areas of responsibility, including preventive maintenance, spare parts, etc.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with outside contractors, vendors, and other service providers.
• Planning and coordination of maintenance holiday shutdowns and outages.
• Maintain maintenance expense budget for your area of the facility to include accurate forecasting, reporting, prioritization, and adjusting as necessary.
• Responsible for weekend support of maintenance activities working a weekend rotation with other maintenance managers including starting up the facility on off shifts.
• Responds to call-ins, major breakdowns, equipment failures, and other emergencies at the Plant and willingness to work off-shifts as needed.

Education/Experience/Qualifications Requirements:

• Two-year certificate or associates degree from a college or technical school; and five years related experience and/or training preferably in a supervisory role in a maintenance department; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be proficient using Microsoft Office products and have the ability to maintain employee payroll records (AS400) and submit requisitions utilizing the SAP system. Familiarity with Siemens Software (TIA Portal, Simatic Manager), 505 Workshop, Autocad, Inventor, and other Autodesk products is beneficial.

• Computer skills, which include all Microsoft programs.
• Demonstrated leadership ability in the following areas:
  • Conflict resolution
  • Teamwork
  • Policy adherence
  • Legal aspects
  • Promotion of company philosophy
  • Respect for workforce
  • Positive attitude
  • Motivational
  • Dependable
  • Fair and ethical treatment of employees
• Possess and demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to conduct team meetings, classroom training and develop materials and make presentations
• The ability to recognize at risk behaviors throughout the entire plant.
• Flexible work schedule for shift and department mobility.

BENEFITS:

Waupaca Foundry offers competitive wages and exceptional benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Short and long term disability
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Employer funded retirement plan
• Paid vacations/holidays
• Wellness program
• Fitness membership
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employer supported career development, including tuition reimbursement

Waupaca Foundry is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.