Take the next step withan exciting and growing company! With 13 locations in three countries, 800+ employees, and over 60 years of excellence, the Central Wire (CWI) Group of Companies is a world-class manufacturer. As the only fully integrated maker of wire, rope and assemblies, our solutions are found in aerospace, defense, med tech, and heavy industry applications around the globe- in large part because of the people behind our products. Do you have a strong work ethic? Take pride in a job well done? Are you passionate about contributing to individual and team, company and customer successes? If you're interested in joining a dynamic work environment that offers opportunities to reach your full potential, we want to hear from you. Job Title: Assistant Maintenance Manager Location: Union, IllinoisReports to: General ManagerGeneral Purpose of the Position:Assist and support the Maintenance Manager in overseeing the maintenance operations of our manufacturing facility. This includes leading the Site Maintenance team in providing both a reactive and pro-active, multi-skilled maintenance service on all operational equipment. Managing day-to-day maintenance activities, including timely troubleshooting and root-cause analysis. Planning and managing all project work carried out by the Site Maintenance Team.This role works with the Site Maintenance Team in installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, overhauling and repairing stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment. This position is not a desk job it is a hands-on role for the majority of the workday. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Understand and comply with all health and safety legislation.
- Be aware of all actual and potential health and safety hazards in area of responsibility. This includes knowledge of the chemicals/hazardous materials being utilized and the appropriate controls required to ensure they are used safely.
- Ensure employees wear required PPE at all times.
- Ensure that all employees know and adhere to safety requirements for all areas, follow standardized work instructions and perform process checks/inspections.
- Inspect the work area on a regular basis to ensure requirements of CWI's good housekeeping program are adhered to.
- Interpret blueprints and schematics.
- In conjunction with the Site Maintenance Team:
- Install, align, dismantle and move stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment.
- Detect, isolate and identify irregularities and malfunctions in machinery and equipment.
- Install, troubleshoot and maintain power transmission, hydraulic, pneumatic and vacuum systems.
- Adjust machinery and repair or replace defective parts.
- Operate machine tools such as welders, lathes and grinders to fabricate parts required during overhaul, maintenance or set-up of machinery.
- Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work on machinery.
- Assemble machinery and equipment prior to installation using hand and power tools and welding equipment.
- In conjunction with the Maintenance Manager:
- Provide monthly health and safety training sessions.
- Develop and plan maintenance schedules on all repair and installation activities.
- Develop a Planned Preventative (PPM) schedule and ensure full preventative maintenance is carried out.
- Establish and maintain project charge numbers for all maintenance projects.
- Review and approve all maintenance related purchase orders.
- Manage contractors on site to ensure they meet legal and company requirements.
- Respond to emergency calls for maintenance.
- Responsible for maintenance budgets and KPI's.
- Oversee the purchasing of maintenance equipment, parts and spares to ensure optimum levels are always maintained.
- Responsible for working with Purchasing Dept. to ensure applicable guarding, electrical and other regulatory standards are flowed down to equipment suppliers, in accordance with CWI procedures.
- Assist Purchasing Dept. with sourcing material and equipment to support maintenance.
- Maximize Plant availability through the implementation of planned and preventative maintenance.
- Effectively interview, train, develop, counsel and discipline employees.
- Monitor and assess employee performance and manage expectations.
- Resolve personnel problems - investigate issues, identify solutions, recommend action.
- Manage time and attendance for employees in computerized payroll system.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and projects.
- Instill and maintain strong customer service orientation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent required.
- Degree, diploma or technical certification in a related field preferred.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment required, preferably in an industrial maintenance or similar role.
- Previous supervisory/managerial experience preferred.
- Ability to understand manufacturing engineering processes.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
- Good computer skills including strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word.
- Experience of Microsoft Project an asset.
- Experience of MRP/ERP system preferred.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
- Work in a safe manner.
- Must have valid drivers license.
Competencies
- Dependable and prompt.
- Clear and concise communication skills (verbal and written).
- Good interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
- Excellent time management skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Flexible.
- Strong team player.
Physical Requirements
- Frequent standing.
- Frequent walking.
- Repetitive movement.
- Bending and/or twisting.
- Ability to lift 20-50 lbs. frequently
- Use of hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls.
- Wear protective or safety equipment.
- Works indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions
- Work in hot or cold temperatures
- Exposure to sounds and noise levels that can be distracting or uncomfortable
- Exposure to minor cuts or burns
- Exposure to contaminants
- Exposure to hazardous equipment
- Work outdoors occasionally
Job Type: Full-time Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
Shift: 8-hour shiftWork Location: In person, relocation assistance will not be providedCentral Wire Group of Companies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity andaffirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminatebased on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age,veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristicsprotected by law.Central Wire Group of Companies is a Drug-free workplace and pre-employment drug tests and background checks are required.Other details
- Job Family Maintenance
- Job Function Management
- Pay Type Salary
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