What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance and Productivity Manager position at Wire Mesh Company, WMC?
We are seeking a Maintenance and Productivity Manager with strong expertise in maintenance, reliability, and productivity management within the manufacturing industry. This role will oversee and coordinate maintenance strategies across all plants, ensuring maximum equipment availability, cost optimization, operational efficiency, and alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement the long-term maintenance and reliability strategy across all plants to enhance operational efficiency and equipment durability.
- Plan and supervise preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance strategies using the RCM system to reduce downtime and optimize costs.
- Collaborate with plant managers and the reliability team to ensure proper execution of maintenance orders in compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Implement autonomous maintenance programs, training operational staff in first-level tasks, while ensuring facilities and auxiliary equipment meet safety and efficiency standards.
- Apply and monitor the WMC Manufacturing System, integrating Quality, Safety, Productivity, and Maintenance, using OEE to measure performance and driving improvements through systems like PULSAR and ELEMENTAL.
- Manage maintenance contracts for key equipment (cranes, forklifts, compressors, chillers, bay doors, etc.), ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and service quality.
- Negotiate and manage relationships with contractors and suppliers to optimize costs in spare parts, technical support, and training.
- Oversee critical spare parts inventory to guarantee availability and ensure efficient repair processes.
- Monitor and align maintenance, reliability, and productivity KPIs with the company’s strategic objectives.
- Develop and manage the annual maintenance budget, ensuring effective resource allocation, cost control, and compliance without compromising quality or availability.
- Lead, coach, and develop maintenance, reliability, and productivity teams, setting priorities and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Education and Professional Background:
- Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electromechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
- Master’s degree in Business Administration, Productivity, Manufacturing Processes, Quality, or related fields.
- 3 years as Maintenance Manager or similar.
- 5 years in steel, automotive, wire production, or similar industries.
- Experience in at least two of the following areas: Production, Maintenance, and Quality
Core Competencies:
- Advanced knowledge of preventive, predictive, corrective, planned, and autonomous maintenance.
- Asset and KPI management.
- Budget planning and maintenance management systems.
- Strategic leadership, problem-solving, and change management.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and cultural sensitivity.
- Results-oriented approach.
Company Requirements:
- English B2 and Spanish B2.
- Valid American VISA.
- Willingness to relocate and travel within the country.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $108,000.00 per year
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 4 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $108,000