Kaiser Aluminum is known around the world for its superior quality. Our secret is what we put into it—innovative thinking, industry-leading reliability, and a world-class commitment to customer service. In short, the same qualities we look for in our people. We are looking for a Maintenance Superintendent to join Kaiser Aluminum in Newark Ohio!
The Maintenance Superintendent is responsible to lead and manage the safe and efficient execution of maintenance work through the Maintenance Coordinators (Shift Managers) and Hourly Employees. Maintenance work that consists of emergency breakdowns, corrective work, and Preventative Maintenance through our CMMS system along with our Maintenance Process.
What you will work on:
- Ensure the safety of all maintenance employees; lead a comprehensive safety program to prevent injuries. Aggressively investigate safety incidents and complete corrective actions.
- Comply with all federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations (EPA, OSHA, etc.).
- Lead and manage the day to day execution of planned and emergency maintenance work in a 24/7 operation through the management of the Maintenance Shift Supervisors and hourly maintenance employees.
- Directly manage maintenance shop machinists, fabricators, truck garage employees and janitors through their activities.
- Play a major active role in unplanned major breakdowns.
- Schedule weekly Maintenance Work Activates through the Work Order process to meet production and customer demand.
- Directly execute current maintenance processes based on Reliability best practices using our CMMS system (Maximo).
- Provide trouble shooting support and guidance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
- Collaborates with Operations Superintendents and Supervisors, Maintenance Planners, and Engineering for both day to day assignments and maintenance project work.
- Meet or exceed plant productivity, cost, or other performance metric expectations as outlined by plant manager.
- Provide coaching, counseling, or discipline as needed. Work with HR to address employee concerns, issues and grievances.
- Be able to adapt and respond effectively to changing priorities in an intense manufacturing environment.
Qualifications
What you will bring to the role:
- At least five (5) years of experience in a maintenance supervisor or manager role that has successfully led the department.
- Five (5) years of experience supervising Maintenance Employees in the execution or work.
- Strong Mechanical and Electrical troubleshooting experience.
- Heavy to Light Manufacturing Maintenance Experience-Including machining, fabrication, pipe fitting, mobile equipment, and electrical
- Knowledge and Experience with Implementing Equipment Reliability Practices and Procedures.
- Centralize Maintenance Management System (CMMS)- Maximo Preferred
- Strong PC skills, including Windows, Word, and Excel.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and organizational skills.
- Proven ability to work in teams.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Experience in a Union environment.
No third-party candidate submissions are being accepted at this time for this opening.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job-related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
About Kaiser Aluminum: Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing an inclusive culture.
