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Form of workCONSTRUCTION SPECIALTIES, INC.
Founded in 1948, Construction Specialties (CS) is a specialty building products manufacturer. CS provides solutions to building challenges that architects, designers, building owners, facility managers, and contractors face every day. Since inventing the first extruded louver, CS has become a global leader in all our product categories. Our products are a part of some of the most iconic buildings around the world-from the world's tallest tower, Burj Khalifa in Dubai, to the Oculus at the World Trade Center Transit Hub in Manhattan. If you want to work in an inspiring atmosphere and collaborate with customers and colleagues to solve challenges, we're the right place for you. CS: People. Buildings. Better.
SCOPE OF POSITION:
The Senior Manager, Maintenance is responsible for leading and developing maintenance programs across multiple sites in multiple states. The role encompasses the implementation of a robust Maintenance Information Management System and the development of a world-class preventative maintenance program. The Senior Manager, Maintenance directs a diverse team of maintenance technicians and supervisors and is tasked with optimizing asset management and maintenance operations in support of the manufacturing of specialty construction products.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and implement comprehensive maintenance strategies to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency across all sites.
Assess the existing maintenance team, identify skill gaps, and recruit top-tier talent to build a best-in-class maintenance organization.
Spearhead the selection and implementation of a Maintenance Information Management System to streamline operations.
Create and oversee a preventative maintenance program that minimizes downtime and aligns with production schedules.
Manage asset tracking, maintenance scheduling, and spare parts inventory control.
Collaborate with production planning to ensure scheduled maintenance activities are seamlessly integrated with manufacturing operations.
Enhance multiple maintenance capabilities and services, including, but not limited to: plastic sheet extrusion, CNC routing, Water Jet cutting, welding, metal forming, and anodizing processes.
Act as a key liaison between maintenance, engineering, production and other departments, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Design and deploy Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve maintenance team performance, equipment reliability, and maintenance response times.
Utilize KPIs to set performance targets, monitor progress, and provide data-driven insights for decision-making.
Foster a culture of accountability by clearly defining responsibilities and expectations for the maintenance team, conducting regular performance reviews, and providing constructive feedback and corrective action and documentation best practices.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Plastics Engineering, or related field. A master's degree is strongly preferred.
Minimum of 5 years' experience in a maintenance leadership role within a manufacturing environment, preferably with exposure to plastic sheet extrusion and related technologies.
Strong leadership skills with a proven record of building and managing technical teams.
Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing maintenance strategies and systems.
Expertise in asset management, inventory control, and production coordination.
Experience with capital improvements and expenditures a significant plus.
Knowledge of industry-specific standards and compliance requirements.
Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in process simulation and statistical analysis tools is advantageous.
Experience with Lean SixSigma/5S is a significant plus.
COMPETENCIES:
Innovative problem-solving with a focus on tangible results.
Initiative-taking, results-oriented leadership style.
In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, product development, and capital project management.
Effective communicator, capable of aligning team and cross-departmental efforts.
Strong multitasking ability with meticulous attention to detail.
Committed to providing exceptional customer service.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Yes. Leadership responsibility over a maintenance organization that will eventually include maintenance site or regional managers, supervisors, and technicians. Currently, supervisors and technicians.
