Warehouse Operations Maintenance Manager

Operations Maintenance Manager

Essendant is a purpose-driven company that reaches beyond business goals to define its success within commerce today. We support our associates, customers and communities – our core values and guiding principles shape what we aspire to do. Integrity, Collaboration, Customer-Centric, Embrace and Drive Change are our core values that serve as the foundation of our pathway to success. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Giving Back, Associate Safety, and Accountability are our guiding principles that motivate us to focus on creating a safe and rewarding experience. Essendant is a leader in supporting the supply chain industry and has been in business for 100 years to deliver the best practices for our customers and associates. Join us at Essendant, the better way to commerce.

Major Responsibilities

• Manage all maintenance and service functions, including preventive and corrective maintenance, and improvements to equipment, facilities, and support systems.
• Plan, coordinate and monitor activities of on-site staff and 3rd party service providers for ongoing upkeep of equipment and facility infrastructure.
• Accountable for activities of maintenance technicians, housekeeping staff, contractors, and service providers.
• Ensure that buildings and grounds are clean, attractive, and conducive to associate productivity and job satisfaction.
• Partners with the Essendant Environmental, Health, Safety, Security & Compliance team to collaborate and provide local support to ensure associate safety, physical asset protection, and regulatory compliance.
• Position will have direct input to repair and maintenance, and capital/major expense budget development and attainment.
• Collaborate with peers to provide occasional support to other facilities in the region as needed.
• Position will have direct input to P&L development and attainment.
• Understands and demonstrates Essendant’s Core Values.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills/Knowledge Required

• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Warehouse equipment knowledge required for conveyor, material handling equipment, PLC and controls, and CMMS.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning, change management, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate ability to solve problems, increase efficiencies, and improve customer satisfaction by using LEAN processes.
• High degree of initiative, team building, and dedication for effective results.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Flexibility required for work schedule, as shift hours will vary.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant technical experience.
• Five or more years relevant leadership experience.

Benefits:

• Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401k with matching
• Company Holidays
• Overtime Pay for hourly employees
• Paid Vacation, Floating Holidays, and Sick Time
• Maternity and Parental leave benefits
• Employee discount
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

Essendant drives to be inclusive and celebrates diversity by starting with our associates. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment. We strongly encourage candidates to apply for opportunities, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. At Essendant we are building an elevated community by creating a safe and supportive work environment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, including or based on age, race, color, disability, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. People are what drives our company. We are one team with endless possibilities. We are Essendant.

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