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Maintenance Manager, Assembly Kohler Energy

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: Onsite at Hattiesburg, MS

Opportunity

Supervise and lead the Facilities and Production Maintenance Supervisors, Planners and Material Coordinator for the facility. Ensures the team operates with a true customer support focus and a sense of urgency and accuracy in all assignments. Responsible for tactical and strategic planning/execution of day-to-day Maintenance Department activities and maintenance projects. Develop and implement maintenance programs, overseeing repair projects and operational efficiency of a facility. Coordinates with Engineering, Operations, Supporting Departments to plan and complete new equipment installations and engineering projects in a timely, effective, and efficient manner. Ensures that the SAP work order system is managed and maintained appropriately. Monitors tool crib inventory levels and strives to maintain them at effective and targeted control levels in conjunction with planned business needs and in-line with Finance planning. Responsible for negotiating and purchasing project and work order materials, equipment, and services from suppliers. Ensures safety training requirements and procedures are met and effective for the facilities and all maintenance team members, along with reviewing, assessing, and executing talent development activity through training curriculums, job shadowing, and project-based assignments. Uses collected data to identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, prepare strategic and expansion related Capital Plans and/or supporting documentation for larger scope projects. Maintain a safe and functional environment, addressing issues promptly, and implementing preventive measures to optimize facility performance.

Specific Responsibilities

• Responsible for all maintenance supervisors, planners and materials control coordinator.

• Oversees the Upkeep of the building or property, coordinating maintenance activities, repairs, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

• Liaise with contractors, order supplies, and address emergency maintenance issues.

• Responsible to ensure tool cribs operates in an efficient, accurate, and ethical manner.

• Responsible for the tool crib contents and accuracy, and monthly metrics/reporting.Manage and monitor plant repairable spares and tooling program for plant cost savings.

• Experience in maintenance metrics systems and OEE measurements and effectiveness.

• Recognize the equipment life cycle management in the business relationship with Engineering, Maintenance and Production having equal influence on equipment reliability.

• High levels of analytical and financial skills, ability to use data to identify and prioritize improvement opportunities and accurately assess financial impacts.

• Ability to manage multiple projects of varying priorities simultaneously.

• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to get results through mentoring others.

• Own and improve all TPM processes while building a world class Maintenance department.

• Work with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to find ways to improve equipment reliability to meet part quality and production requirements.

• Research and develop required tools and training to facilitate predictive maintenance such as vibration analysis, ultrasonic monitoring and MTBF reports to evaluate equipment retrofits and TPM restoration events.

• Track project work orders, schedules, and resource allocations along with publishing progress on a regular basis and a final report on schedule compliance and cost when projects are completed.Develop or improve feedback to customers regarding project priorities, schedules and timelines related to maintenance resources.

• Work with suppliers to move MRO spending toward contracted suppliers where appropriate.Strive to manage all crib inventory to the lowest total cost of ownership value.

• Responsible for reducing machine downtime and maximizing overall plant efficiency as it relates for machines.

• Ensure that the SAP work order system is being used and maintained appropriately to plan, track and document work done in the facility.Generate reports to review and maintain effective and accurate tracking of maintenance labor tracking, equipment repairs, and repair components required

• Arrange expedited shipping if required to minimize the production impact of equipment downtime.

• Track and monitor plant PM progress and work to ensure the facility is compliant while reducing the cost associated with PM’s.

• Work with Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations to complete new stock item adds. Work with engineering to use up existing materials that will become obsolete with equipment or process changes and generate obsolete material write off list as required due to materials that cannot be used up.

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, industrial technology, business, or technical field.

• Significant experience and demonstrated results in leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Minimum of 10 years demonstrated experience leading technical resources, teams, and experience with facility-related items in an industrial environment.

• Effective coaching, facilitation, presentation, and team building skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications

• Ability to manage multiple projects of varying priorities simultaneously.

• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to get results through mentoring others.

• Demonstrated ability to work in a results-oriented, challenging environment.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

The salary range for this position is $117,000 - $149,500. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.

Why Work at Kohler Energy?

Kohler Energy mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. We understand that it takes investment in our associates’ development to make that happen. So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual’s personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler Energy.

In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler Energy offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, bonus, health plan, pension and more!

About Us

At Kohler Energy EMEA Corporate Services we support Kohler Energy businesses in our region, we have an excellent team of dedicated associates focused on delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring every interaction is a genuine, positive and rewarding experience for both our internal and external customers. We represent the Corporate Functions found in Kohler, Wisconsin here in the region – Finance, Tax, IT, Internal Audit, Procurement, Environment Health & Safety, Quality & Continuous Improvement, & HR. We all pride ourselves on adding value to the Kohler Energy businesses we support in the region and work closely with our Kohler Energy Corporate colleagues in Wisconsin on global initiatives and projects.

Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler Energy proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities. We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at https://kohlerenergy.com/who-we-are.

Kohler Energy is an equal opportunity employer. It is Kohler Energy’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race. If, as an individual with a disability, you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact the HR department through vacanciesEMEACorpServ@kohlereurope.com.