Manager Maintenance

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for Maintenance Manager at our Tupelo/Verona, MS manufacturing plant. This position will manage and direct the operation of the Maintenance Department in an efficient, safe, and quality focused manner. The Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading maintenance operations, ensuring that machinery, facilities, and systems are in optimal condition, and minimizing downtime through proactive and preventive maintenance. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and strategic planning.

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operational excellence. As the successful candidate, the Maintenance Manager must have knowledge of safety regulations and standards for maintenance operations and will maintain communication with the Division Manager, Plant Manager, Department Managers and Supervisors, hourly employees and vendors as well as other Carpenter Co Personnel. The ability to communicate guidelines to a multidisciplinary workforce is essential. The goal is to ensure the workplace meets all organizational and safety expectations while upholding a high standard of safety and quality.  This position reports to the Plant Manager.

Additional responsibilities of the Maintenance Manager will include:

• Manage all the department personnel and assets as well as generate a profit.
• Identify and develop capable people with the talent to contribute to the company.
• Manage and maintain a safe operation as per all company standards and guidelines.
• Supervises the plant safety systems to include but not limited to fire systems, machine guarding and lighting.
• Supervises equipment repair.
• Plans and schedules work based on production needs and availability of the machinery.
• Must determine the necessary parts needed to repair equipment.
• Responsible for the supervision of the ordering and maintaining proper parts inventory.
• Plans and implements preventative maintenance programs.
• Provide accurate reports required for labor usage and the usage of materials and parts used in the repair of equipment.
• Plans and schedules for maintenance meetings.
• Advises Division Manager and Plant Manager of maintenance problems and recommends action to correct the problems.
• Coordinates with outside vendors for the installation of new equipment and plans for additional space in the facility if needed.
• Ensures that company policy is being communicated to maintenance employees and ensures that they are being followed.
• Reviews and approves all maintenance employee time records daily.

 Skills/ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of proven experience in maintenance management in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and related systems.
• Must be able to lead teams, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects.
• Able to delegate duties and responsibilities effectively, as well as to monitor and direct several separate processes.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Attention to detail is a must.
• Experience with MS Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational and negotiating experience.
• SAP experience is a plus.

Important Notes

No phone calls or agencies, please.

Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.

Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer.

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