Electrical Maintenance Foreman

Job Type Full-time Company and Role Union Electric Steel Corporation is seeking an ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE FOREMAN for our Valparaiso, IN Manufacturing Plant. Role Overview The Electrical Maintenance Supervisor will oversee maintenance and repairs of electrical items related to machine operations, will assist in troubleshooting and diagnostics of machine related issues to ensure quality. DAY SHIFT ( May require work on Nights and Weekends). Supervisory Duties and Responsibilities Provide day to day supervision of maintenance personnel Promotes a Safety conscious work environment Trains maintenance department staff. Determine schedules sequences, and assignments for work activities based on work priority, quantity of equipment and the skill of personnel Monitory inventories and condition of maintenance shop to ensure safe adequate working conditions. Order repair material and spare parts as needed Analyze equipment failure to prevent future problems Observes and test the operation of machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using voltmeters or other test devices Analyze test results, machine error messages or information obtained from operators to diagnose equipment problems Perform Root Cause Analysis to determine failures and implement corrective actions Assist in Capital Expenditures planning by providing input regarding equipment failure history and recommending equipment upgrades Record repairs and maintenance performed Compile operational or personnel records, such as time and production records, inventory data, repair or maintenance statistics, or test results Develop, implement or evaluate maintenance policy and procedures Assists with departmental budget estimates and costs of specific repair projects. Ensures maintenance and repair work is completed correctly and in a timely manner. Performs other related duties as assigned. Counsel employees about work related issues and assist employees to correct job skill deficiencies Investigate accidents or injuries and prepares reports of findings Requirements Extensive knowledge of PLC, CNC and NC machinery Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude. Ability to identify issues and determine repairs that are needed. Excellent management and supervisory skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office, CMMS software, Oracle Experience in reading and writing machine code (M code, G code) Education and Experience BS in Electrical Engineering or combination of education and experience At least five years of electrical maintenance experience in a machine shop environment required Minimum of three years supervisory experience in a union shop (preferred) Strong computer skills Ability to read and interpret blue prints and technical specifications Analytical and problem-solving skills Physical Requirements Ability to work in hot/cold and dusty environments Ability to walk and climb stairs Must be able to traverse property and facility to diagnose issues and plan repairs or maintenance. Must be physically able to perform repairs when needed. Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time. Must be able to wear appropriate PPE Benefits Competitive Wage, Medical, Dental, 401k Equal Employment Opportunity Equal Employment Opportunities will be given to all applicants regardless of their race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, non-job related physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Voluntary Self Identification of Race, Gender, Protected Veteran Status, and Disability. Pre-employment Checks Pre-employment physical, background check and drug screening for all new hires #J-18808-Ljbffr Union Electric Steel Corporation