Maintenance Supervisor

Company description

PB Leiner is one of the world’s leading producers of high quality gelatins and collagen peptides. We supply a growing market in food, pharma, health nutrition and technical applications. In all our efforts, we strive to be The Clear Solution for our customers. We spot and exploit opportunities, and try to anticipate future trends for them. We pursue outstanding quality and choice, as well as smooth delivery. We have a global presence in terms of both our plants and sales support, and count approximately 1,100 collaborators worldwide. PB Leiner is part of Tessenderlo Group.

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor

The purpose of this position is to provide direction and organization to a 24 hour 365 day industrial maintenance team with the focus of supporting plant operations. A strong person in this role contributes to the effective operation of the plant by maintaining a solid customer driven attitude along with being a champion of change.  Duties within this role include short, medium, and long term planning to effectively schedule preventative, corrective, predictive, and project maintenance activities. To successfully plan and schedule the industrial maintenance supervisor takes into consideration personnel limitations, regulations, parts acquisition, budget confines, production schedules, and plant priorities. Along with planning and scheduling the industrial maintenance supervisor is responsible for their workers in regards to safety and GMP compliance, employee engagement, investigations, performance reviews, technical and compliance training, and customer service.  

Profile

·       BS degree in engineering discipline preferred

·      5+ Experience in leading, planning, and organizing within a maintenance team

·       Computer proficiency 

·       Leads change in a continuous improvement environment

·       Outstanding communication and documentation skills

·       Union relation experience

·       Short, mid, and long term, forecasting and budgeting

·       Project management experience with stage and gate process

·       Strong technical and mechanical knowledge and aptitude

·       Hazardous materials or emergency response experience in a leadership role

·       Fundamental knowledge of all aspects within an industrial processing facility including systems such as electrical and motor controls, process controls, waste water treatment, boilers, ammonia refrigeration systems, pumps and piping, processing equipment, and air handling

·       Knowledge of regulations in regards to employee safety, employee training, environmental compliance, and ISO systems

·       Understand and demonstrate the ability to read, interpret, and create electrical drawings, schematics, blueprints, electrical plant specifications and diagrams for installation and repair of plant systems

·       Understand and demonstrate the ability to identify, select and operate technician’s tools such as, but not limited to screwdrivers, pliers, knifes, hacksaw, pipe threaders, conduit benders and solder guns

Understand and demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot and maintain up to 480 volt (AC) motor and motor control wiring and equipment

PB Leiner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Offer

• Ability to stand, walk, and move around the facility for extended periods (up to 8-12 hours).
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders or stairs.
• Ability to work in various environmental conditions, including exposure to heat, cold, humidity, dust, and noise.
• Manual dexterity to handle tools, equipment, and small mechanical components.
• Visual acuity to inspect machinery, read schematics, and complete necessary documentation.
• Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, steel-toed boots, gloves, and hearing protection.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces as required.
• Ability to respond to alarms or emergencies, including after-hours or on-call situations.