Job Description

RESPECT to people, COURAGE to be pioneers and raise the bar, and always demonstrating INTEGRITY and authenticity. Do these core values align with yours? If so, Lhoist North America may be the place for you! We are a company that believes our people make it happen and rewards talent by offering opportunities to further develop your knowledge and interests. Within our organization, we offer safety first environments, collaboration across teams, diverse and inclusive workspaces all while challenging each other to grow.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Direct maintenance hourly employees oversee subcontractors to meet short and long-range objectives with optimum efficiency. Plan maintenance / capital budgets through the identification of plant opportunities. Ensure project standards and guidelines are applied and adhered to as established. Focus on productivity improvements to attain cost optimization. Ensure regulatory compliance is maintained and documented. Develop and implement improved maintenance processes aimed at optimizing the overall productivity of the plant. Establish Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) to measure implementation and progress of goals. Drive culture of change from reactive to pro-active in the approach to asset management and reliability. Support Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) initiatives and awareness programs. All personnel will be responsible for the facilities’ Safe Food initiative based on FSMA and Current Good Manufacturing Practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:

Reliability and availability of plant assets and equipment

• Directs and prioritizes needed repairs
• Regularly advises production / plant management of needed equipment status and repair
• Leads the identification of and resolve of equipment failures
• Allocates resources appropriately in the face of competing demands
• Effectively manage the selection and utilization of contractors

Champion maintenance department communications

• Communicate effectively with all maintenance employees
• Clearly establish and communicate the vision for the department
• Creates a culture of trust and open communication

Direct Maintenance, electrical and engineering to meet short-and long-range objectives with optimum efficiency.

• Plan maintenance/capital budgets through the identification of plant opportunities.
• Ensure annual outages are planned, scheduled, executed, and closed.
• Meet reliability, efficiencies and cost objectives as planned and budgeted.
• Ensure project standards and guidelines are applied and adhered to as established.
• Focus on productivity improvements to attain cost optimization.
• Ensure regulatory compliance is maintained and documented.
• Implement spares management best practices.
• Develop and implement improved maintenance processes aimed at optimizing the overall productivity of the plant

Leadership and Development of Maintenance Staff (Electricians and Mechanics)

• Provide structure, direction and feedback to maintenance team
• Readily share information and develop the maintenance team by delegating to their strengths
• Set clear guidelines and expectations for the maintenance team
• Establish and communicate clear roles and job performance expectations
• Be a positive leader that encourages cross-functional communication.
• Establish Key Performance Indicators to measure implementation and progress of goals.
• Drive culture change from reactive to pro-active in the approach to asset management and reliability.
• Provide feedback to direct reports and of those managed through projects

Environmental, Health and Safety

• Lead by example and demonstrate EH&S leadership
• Ensures compliance of maintenance team with all EH&S standards, programs and requirements
• Monitors workplace to ensure a safe and healthy environment
• Demonstrate environmental and safety regulatory leadership. Support Environmental Health and Safety initiatives and awareness programs.
• Ensure employees have a clear understanding of expected safety performance.
• Be a leader and promoter of a safety culture

Perform other duties as assigned.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong knowledge of electrical power infrastructure and process control systems
• Demonstrated management and financial leadership experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate on all levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects and meeting all required deadlines.
• Strong sense of urgency in meeting customer needs.
• Good understanding of safety, environmental, and the desire to following all established procedures are required.
• Forward looking action-oriented team player that works well with cross functional groups
• Displays sound judgment when deciding among multiple alternatives
• Ability to multi-task, with excellent organizational and communication skills, and can think “outside the box”
• Must be capable of work any shift, overtime, seven days, or holidays, if needed. Solid daily attendance is required.
• All personnel will be responsible for the facilities’ Safe Food initiative based on FSMA and Current Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Must have strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint software. Previous SAP knowledge is a plus.

Physical Demands include, but are not limited to:

• Must be physically able to perform work assigned.
• Must be physically capable of accessing all plant locations.
• Tolerate working outside in severe weather conditions as well as exposure to industrial high temperature, noise and dust.
• Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.
• Will be working in an office environment, mining, and mineral processing environment.
• The employee will be exposed to the following working conditions: Extreme Heat and Cold, Noise, Vibration, Oils, and Atmospheric Conditions such as Dust, Fumes, and Metallic Particles.
• The employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time): Standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing and sitting.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED is required. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related technical field or demonstrated skills and ability and/or equivalent work experience in the field is desired.

PREFFERED EDUCATION:

• Master’s degree is a plus. Prefer a strong Electrical, PLC control, Mechanical Maintenance Background.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Must have at least 5 to 7 years previous maintenance leadership experience in a fast-paced heavy manufacturing, construction, and/or mining environment (LIME, MINERALS, CEMENT) Previous dryer, heavy equipment, conveyor, crushing machinery experience is desired. Development and implementation of reliability system and programs are desired.

PREFFERED EXPERIENCE:

• 6- 10 years industrial maintenance in lime/minerals/cement industry with supervisory/management roles
• Engineer, Project, Process, Mechanical
• Maintenance Planner
• Production Supervisor
• Production Manager
• Previous lean manufacturing experience is preferred.

Lhoist North America offers a very competitive salary package that includes but is not limited to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, vacation, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with Lhoist North America 401K retirement savings options which includes an employer match. Lhoist North America also recognizes the importance of continuing education by offering Educational Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and professional growth.

Here at Lhoist North America, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these protected characteristics. We encourage applications from all individuals and strongly support diversity in our workplace. We strive to create an inclusive environment for everyone, and we are committed to treating everyone in a fair and equitable manner. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.