Maintenance Manager

CT Polymers is hiring a Maintenance Manager! In this role the Maintenance Manager will encompass a hands on approach and be responsible for ensuring the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing routine preventative maintenance, corrective repairs, and emergent maintenance as well as troubleshooting issues as they arise with hydraulic and pneumatic equipment all while developing a preventive maintenance program and culture.

CT Polymers invites you to join a team of dedicated Team Members who are passionate about delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service. As a leading manufacturer in the US our commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability has lead to expanding our team

Responsibilities will included, but not be limited to:

• Maintain a preventative maintenance schedule program for applicable equipment and machinery
• Repair machinery throughout the plant, including forklifts
• Trouble shoot and repair Electrical, mechanical, and PLC drives as needed on equipment.
• Schedule and prioritize maintenance needs to ensure coverage for unexpected breakdowns and to maximize department efficiency
• Work with Plant Leadership to establish maintenance standards, procedures, and programs to ensure efficient operations
• Design and implement reactive maintenance log to capture real costs associated with the maintenance of equipment
• Observe manufacturing process to propose and develop ways to implement automation and increase production efficiency
• Coordinate and direct manufacturing team members to achieve efficient completion of repairs and preventative maintenance
• Evaluate skills and abilities of production team to cross train and develop basic PM program through the shop floor
• Project management of capital purchases and process improvements; including the automation of processes
• Maintain budget while inventorying parts and ordering replacement parts for equipment
• Develop an inventory management strategy for the maintenance crib
• Develop 5S practices to implement a visual environment
• Purchasing repair parts and maintaining inventory of tools
• Works with vendors to secure estimates and cost quotes as needed
• Identify, develop, and implement safety initiatives in support of business needs
• Enforces sound safety and housekeeping practices
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills:

• 5+ years of Industrial Maintenance experience
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical aptitude
• PLC capabilities strongly preferred
• Experience working within OSHA safety guidelines and the proper use of PPE
• Strong computer skills; working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office
• Proven work habits focusing on safety and productivity
• Developed reasoning/problem solving skills
• Excellent accountability and follow-through skills
• Strong tact and diplomacy; ability to work effectively with staff on all levels
• Knowledge of 5S, Lean Manufacturing, and Value Propositions is preferred
• A high level of personal integrity (self-esteem, confidence, honesty, and respect) are necessary qualities
• Self-motivated to work independently in a busy environment with changing priorities and the ability to adapt
• Ability to demonstrate high performance leadership standards and build/develop high-performance teams
• Proven change management and conflict resolution skills to ensure effective implementation of new processes
• Strong written and verbal communications and interpersonal skills across all levels of the organization

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance