Company Description Job Description Position Purpose: The APU Maintenance Leader is responsible for managing and leading a technical maintenance crew and ensuring manufacturing equipment is in good working order and kept within specifications.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Ability to manage and lead a technical maintenance hourly crew.
- Direct supervision of department personnel including interviewing, hiring, performance review, discipline, skill assessments, and recommendation of termination.
- Utilize CMMS for assignment of work orders to technicians and monitoring of progress to completion.
- Develop work instruction and train personnel.
- Coordinate and schedule group workload.
- Develop personnel to grow and assume greater responsibilities that fit into a succession plan for future growth.
- Train and support APU personnel in regard to maintenance on equipment.
- Manage to deliver Key Performance Indicators and monitor trends.
- Immediately report on equipment not capable of performing within specifications.
- Coordinate with managers regarding scheduling maintenance and when repairs must be performed including expected completion date or time.
- Escalate issues to the appropriate department managers.
- Responsible for implementing and sustaining LEAN, 5-S initiatives.
- Implement Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal staff and key customers.
- Facilitate teamwork and promote collaboration across department and central functions.
- Support and maintain all policies of the company.
- Ensure all equipment has necessary documents and procedures.
- Perform and document all preventative maintenance activity.
- Maintain accurate records of calibration activities and training records.
- Assist with New Equipment Qualifying. Project Management, Plant Expansions, Plant layout, Modifications.
- Lead installation and removal of new and used equipment.
- Maintain tools and components needed to perform tasks per current Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Implement programs and procedures required for plant cleanliness.
- Provide a safe working environment for all employees, including the use of proper PPE and participate in plant wide safety training as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications POSITION REQUIREMENTS: - High School Diploma required.
- 5 years of experience in maintenance of large equipment with an additional 3-5 years of management experience.
- Mechanically inclined with ability to use basic hand tools.
- Ability to lift 55 lbs, and stand / sit / walk up to 80% of shift.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: - Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Working knowledge of SAP.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Experience with Injection Molding Machines and Assembly Automation.
- Ability to coach and mentor on an individual and group basis.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and multi-task environment with minimal supervision.
- Critical Thinking skills, with the ability to categorize, prioritize, and communicate information to multiple sources.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong team player.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: - Both ISO 8 Clean Room production environment and general office with travel in between.
- Occasional travel between campus buildings by car or foot.
Additional Information This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and may be revised at any time by the Company. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Nemera is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class indication. This company is required by federal law to hire only persons who can establish they are eligible to work in the United States.
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