Maintenance Manager

Directs and coordinates activities of skilled and unskilled labor engaged in repair, maintenance, electrical, mobile equipment, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment, and in general building maintenance of an industrial plant by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Other duties may be assigned. In performing functions, duties or tasks, employees are required to know and follow safe work practices, and to be aware of Company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. All functions, duties or tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical and professional manner, and to be performed in conformance with applicable Company policies and procedures. In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of Company policies and procedures, employees are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives.

• Reviews job orders to determine work priorities. Prioritizes and schedules repair, preventive and general maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment in designated area to ensure continuous production operations.
• Responds promptly to requests from production supervision for maintenance attention of equipment and coordinates a schedule for repairs. Troubleshoots breakdowns and recommends corrective action.
• Coordinates activities of workers fabricating or modifying machines, tools, or equipment to manufacture new products or improve existing products under the technical guidance of Plant Engineering. Reviews new product plans and discusses equipment needs and modifications with design engineers.
• Directs maintenance activities on utility systems to provide continuous supply of heat, gas, and air required for operations. Works with others to ensure reliable electrical service.
• Implements preventive maintenance program in conjunction with engineering and maintenance staff. Reviews production, quality control, and maintenance reports and statistics to plan and modify maintenance activities. Is the responsible subject matter expert of the maintenance program and associated maintenance management software. Will assist development of TPM (Total Preventative Maintenance) checklists with plant engineering and operations.
• Inspects operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards.
• Ensures adequate spare parts are available for the equipment in the designated area of responsibility by requisitioning tools, equipment, and supplies required for operations.
• Directs training and indoctrination of workers to improve work performance and acquaint workers with company policies and procedures, including Lean activities, and to improve their understanding of the equipment.
• Confers with management, engineering, and quality control personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment.
• Manage or assist with maintenance projects in coordination with plant engineering. Responsible for providing updates, supporting with labor, tracking spend versus budget, and maintaining vendors. General projects may include but are not limited to 6S, major overhaul, clean up, and CAPx.
• Plans, develops, and implements new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.
• Develop, implement, and manage department performance metrics and dashboards to monitor maintenance effectiveness and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact during equipment breakdowns, providing timely and accurate updates to leadership and key stakeholders regarding repair status, impact, and expected completion timelines.
• Lead and coordinate maintenance response during equipment failures, ensuring a high sense of urgency while maintaining strict adherence to safety standards and company policies.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve the Preventive Maintenance (PM) program to ensure equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and reduced unplanned downtime.
• Ensure all preventive maintenance activities are properly scheduled, tracked, and completed through the computerized Maintenance Management System.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Directly supervise 30-50 employees in the Maintenance Department, some of whom may be Shift Supervisors or Leads, across multiple shifts. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or eight to ten years related experience and/or training in a manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Related experience supervising a minimum of 20 mechanics or maintenance support staff.

Required Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of managers or employees of the Company.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to function and communicate in a high noise environment, i.e., a hydraulic press pump room.
• Experience within the forgings industry, aerospace manufacturing, furnaces, heavy hydraulic equipment, material handling mobile equipment, cranes, baghouses, CNC machines, VARs, and cooling towers
• Must have a wide practical knowledge of a variety of equipment, such as, but not limited to, overhead cranes, blast cleaning equipment and air compressors.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to stand; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme heat, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Shultz Steel LLC is an equal opportunity employer. The company's policy and practice is to provide equal employment opportunities and to assure those opportunities, without regard to age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, gender, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation including gender identity or gender expression, religion, (including religious dress and religious grooming), mental or physical disability, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, reproductive decision making, or any other status protected by applicable local, state or federal anti-discrimination laws.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $130000 to $180000 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 2X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter . Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.