Maintenance Team Leader

US NY Waterford

Full time

R9857

Job Title: Maintenance Team Leader

Summary:Lead a skilled unionized maintenance team and play a critical role in keeping plant operations running safely, efficiently, and reliably. In this leadership position, you will oversee daily maintenance execution, prioritize workloads, and coordinate closely with Operations, Maintenance Planning & Scheduling, Process Leaders, and Manufacturing Engineers to deliver timely repairs, equipment improvements, and reliability initiatives. You'll have the opportunity to develop maintenance talent, optimize equipment performance, and drive continuous improvement efforts that enhance productivity, reduce downtime, and support overall plant success. This is an excellent opportunity for a maintenance professional who enjoys leading teams, solving complex operational challenges, and making a visible impact on manufacturing performance every day.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Responsibilities Include:

• Responsible for the execution of scheduled maintenance activities and any unscheduled urgent and emergent repairs.

• Execute short interval control for operations and maintenance communications

• Ensure direct reporting employees’ time confirm their work assignments as well as enter/ensure time confirmations for area contracted work with completeness and accuracy

• Ensure completion of maintenance compliance activities; Management of hourly craft will be a significant part of the responsibility of this position

• Approve Timekeeping (Kronos) and adjust work center availability for vacations, absences, Overtime, etc. (SAP). Logs and performs disciplinary actions for deviations

• Create and convert proactive and remediation notifications in SAP (M1/PM01)

• Distribute work orders to craftsmen coordinate with contractors for planned work and make adjustments in the schedule based on exception priorities

• Ensure Reporting Crafts Technically Complete (TECO) work orders in SAP for Preventative Maintenance (PM03, PM05)

• Ensure / Perform TECO in SAP for Remediation/Reactive/Operations Support work orders (PM01, PM02, PM09)

• Review maintenance execution job delays and take action to prevent future occurrence

• Work with Engineering to improve equipment reliability in support of production requirements

• Drive significant improvements in maintenance practices, costs, and environmental health and safety challenges

• Ensure 100% compliance with hourly training requirements for direct reporting employees

• Document and address deficiencies/grievances for direct reporting employees

Qualifications:

The following are required for the role

• Minimum of Associates Degree in industrial maintenance or related equivalent technical certification and 5 years of construction/maintenance supervision experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Demonstrated ability to lead/supervise a diverse union workforce and contractors.

• Proven ability to lead maintenance activities and motivate work crews.

• Effective communication skills, ability to multitask, and good time management skills.

• Working knowledge of MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

The following are preferred for this role

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline.

• Six Sigma Greenbelt training.

• Experience with SAP maintenance and purchasing transactions.

• Experience with managing capital investment projects and maintenance expense budgets.

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What We Offer:Base Pay Range: $89,500 - $131,450

The actual salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. Local geographic pay differentials may not be reflected in the above pay range and will be discussed with you by a member of the HR team when applicable. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply! #BePartoftheSolution

Additionally, this role is eligible for incentive or sales variable compensation payments. The amount of these incentives is based on the terms of the Company's incentive plans, the Company's financial performance, and/or individual employee job performance.

At Momentive, compensation is one part of your overall package. We offer a fantastic variety of total rewards and development programs to support your unique needs for overall well-being and personal career aspirations.

• Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage.

• Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.

• Short term disability with 100% base salary coverage.

• Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets.

• 25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays. Additional time off with years of service.

• 401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service.

• Student debt pay-off program.

• Professional development programs and courses.

• Wellness programs and financial education.

Refer to the Hiring Process tab ( on our Careers page for a detailed description of the physical job requirements and location details for candidates considering relocation.

About Us:

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.

Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer . Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.

To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law . An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations .

Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.

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