Maintenance Manager

At Lhoist North America, our core values of Respect, Courage, and Integrity are more than words. We respect people, encourage courageous innovation, and uphold integrity in everything we do. If these principles resonate with you, you may find your next great opportunity with us. We believe our people make the difference. That’s why we invest in talent by offering meaningful opportunities to grow your skills, expand your knowledge, and pursue your interests. Our work environment prioritizes safety, fosters collaboration across teams, and embraces inclusion. Here, you’ll be challenged to grow, and you’ll be supported throughout your career journey. Join us and help shape the future of Lhoist North America. Position Summary Direct hands‑on mechanical and electrical hourly and salaried employee(s) to meet short and long‑range objectives with optimum efficiency. Plan maintenance/capital budgets through plant opportunities. Ensure project standards, guidelines, and regulatory compliance. Focus on productivity improvements, cost optimization, and efficient process implementation. Establish KPIs, drive proactive asset management, and support EH&S initiatives. Responsibilities & Expectations Maintain reliability and availability of plant assets and equipment. Direct and prioritize needed repairs. Regularly advise production/plant management on equipment status and repairs. Lead identification and resolution of equipment failures. Allocate resources appropriately amid competing demands. Effectively manage and utilize contractors. Champion maintenance department communications. Communicate effectively with all maintenance employees and establish a clear department vision. Create a culture of trust and open communication. Lead and develop maintenance staff (electricians and mechanics) by providing hands‑on structure, direction, and feedback. Set clear guidelines, expectations, and roles for the team. Drive culture change from reactive to proactive asset management. Provide clear, honest feedback and set performance expectations. Plan maintenance, electrical, and engineering activities to meet short‑ and long‑term objectives. Ensure annual outages are planned, scheduled, executed, and closed. Implement best practices for spares management. Support EH&S initiatives and lead a safety culture. Maintain compliance of the maintenance team with all EH&S standards, programs, and requirements. Ensure a safe and healthy workplace environment. Attributes Strong knowledge of electrical power infrastructure and process control systems. Demonstrated management and financial leadership experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and presentation skills. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects and meet deadlines. Strong sense of urgency in meeting customer needs. Good understanding of safety, environmental, and compliance requirements. Team‑player, action‑oriented, and can think outside the box. Ability to work any shift, overtime, seven days a week, or holidays, if needed; solid daily attendance required. Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint; previous SAP knowledge is a plus. Physical Demands Must be physically able to perform plant work, access all locations, tolerate severe weather, high temperature, noise, dust, and confined‑space environments, climb ladders up to 120ft, and lift up to 50lb. Work may be performed in an office and in mining/mineral processing environments under extreme heat or cold, vibration, fumes, and metallic particles. Required Education High School Diploma or GED. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a technical‑related field, or equivalent work experience is desired. Preferred Education 1–3‑year BS degree in Engineering or a related field with strong electrical, PLC control, and mechanical maintenance background. Master’s degree is a plus. Required Experience 5–7 years of proven hands‑on maintenance leadership experience in a fast‑paced heavy manufacturing, construction, or mining environment. Prior electrical or mechanical experience is required. Development and implementation of reliability systems and programs are desired. Preferred Experience Engineer Project or Process Manager Mechanical Maintenance Planner Maintenance Supervisor Production Manager Lean manufacturing experience Benefits Competitive compensation, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match and supplemental contribution based on years of service, educational assistance, and professional development opportunities. Equal Opportunity Employer Lhoist North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace. 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