Maintenance Team Manager

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ASR Group is the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In the European Union, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England, Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company's brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's® and Sidul®.

OVERVIEW

The Maintenance Team Manager directs, and coordinates activities of employees engaged in repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment, and in maintenance of buildings, grounds, and utility systems of mill, industrial plant, or other establishment by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews job orders to determine work priorities.
• Schedules repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment to ensure continuous production operations.
• Coordinates activities of workers fabricating or modifying machines, tools, or equipment to manufacture new products or improve existing products.
• Direct maintenance activities on utility systems to provide continuous supply of steam, electric power, gas, or air required for operations.
• Develop preventive maintenance program in conjunction with engineering and maintenance staff.
• Develops technical training programs to enable staff ability to support equipment and technology.
• Reviews production, quality control, and maintenance reports and statistics to plan and modify maintenance activities.
• Inspect operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards.
• Plans, develops, and implements new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.
• Reviews new product plans and collaborates on equipment needs and modifications with engineering department.
• Requisitions 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.
• Confers with management, engineering, and quality control personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment.
• Works with Human Resources to resolve worker grievances.
• Prepares department budget and monitors expenditure of funds in budget.

Qualifications :

• 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Computer Skills:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Office software; Spreadsheet software; Internet software; Project Management software and Manufacturing software. Working knowledge of PLC and DCS systems preferred, ability to interact with computer based systems required.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university; and five to seven years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Manage 5-6 subordinate supervisors who supervise a total of 45-60 employees. Perform supervision within the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

Core Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking & Decision Making - Identifies and understands trends and/or issues; connects data points through analysis to arrive at a logical conclusion.
• Business & Financial Acumen - Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the financial, accounting, marketing and operational functions of our organization; interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better corporate decisions.
• Effective Communication - Expresses ideas and information in a clear and concise manner by tailoring one's message to fit the interests and needs of the audience.
• Customer Orientation - Keeps internal and/or external customer(s) in mind at all times. Strives to proactively address customer concerns and needs. Assists business partners and customers to achieve their work goals via application of their own skills and knowledge; strives to provide consistent customer satisfaction.
• Establishes Trust - Gaining the confidence and faith of others by actions and words that promote being honest, forthcoming, integrity and vulnerable.
• Problem-Solving - Anticipates, evaluates, diagnoses, and resolves problems in a systematic and fact-based manner.
• Results Orientation & Accountability - Takes accountability, identifies, executes and drives actions to consistently achieve desired results.

• Teamwork & Collaboration - Creates a climate that fosters commitment to a common vision and shared values that promote cooperation and working together through trust and support of others.
• Adaptability/Flexibility - Maintaining effectiveness in varying environments and with different tasks, responsibilities and people.
• Continuous Improvement - Establishes methods and utilizes specialized techniques to monitor and improve performance of systems and processes.
• Self-Development - Seeks feedback on one's strengths and weaknesses and initiates activities to increase or enhance their knowledge, skills, and proficiency in order to perform more effectively or enhance their career.

The pay range for this position is below. The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on the candidate's qualifications and prior experience.

Salary Range: $102,500 - $190,500

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.