Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager

Position type:  Full-Time, Salaried

Pay range: $80,000 - $110,000.00 annually

Location: Tonawanda, NY

Ask Yourself This…

Are you looking for a fast-paced environment where your daily work impacts products made around the world? Are you interested in learning manufacturing processes? Do you have a strong commitment to working safely? If you do, then join us in Tonawanda, NY! ​

Who We Are

Washington Mills is built on values that matter. Founded more than 150 years ago, we have earned our reputation as one of the world’s most trusted and reliable producers of abrasive, ceramic and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest selection of abrasive grain and specialty electro-fused minerals in the market today, we constantly pursue growth in our products, our approach, and our people. Our founding principles of honesty, integrity and reliability still guide our business today, and we are a proud community of hands-on problem solvers, committed to shaping the materials applications of the future. With global distribution and sites located throughout North America and Europe, Washington Mills opens the door to a world of opportunity, creativity, and challenge.

What You’ll Do

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for the maintenance, mechanical repair and installation of all machinery, equipment, buildings, and grounds.  This position is responsible for the safety of their employees, keeping their assigned work areas safe, and compliance with all environmental regulations.  The Maintenance Manager will report to the Plant Manager.

• Directs maintenance employees in their roles and responsibilities to meet objectives
• Complete projects on schedule and within budget; promote quality, first time repairs, and ensure completion of preventive maintenance schedule
• Analyzes problems and directs repairs by scheduling maintenance personnel and ensuring timely and accurate repairs are completed
• Schedules preventative maintenance in order to eliminate machinery breakdown and reduce downtime
• Charges maintenance repairs against various accounts so labor costs are allocated to the proper cost centers
• Continually monitors and analyzes maintenance department activities in order to reduce costs and improve production efficiency
• Schedules/supervise the repair or replacement of all defective equipment according to priority and in conjunction with production
• Ensures compliance with all applicable corporate and governmental guidelines, rules, and regulations pertaining to health, safety, and environmental issues
• Purchases cost-effective supplies as required by the maintenance department to support the needs of the plant
• Coordinates subcontractors and outside vendor activities to meet site needs
• Maintain close communications with various department supervisors

What You’ll Need

To be successful in this position, you must:

• Possess an associate’s degree with at least 5 years of manufacturing maintenance experience
• Have at least 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting
• Be able to work weekends and respond to callouts, when needed
• Have excellent leadership and interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of team and be able to communication with different levels of the company
• Be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds, climb ladders and stairs, and walk, bend, and stoop throughout the day
  
  

Compensation

We proudly offer robust compensation and benefits packages, including:

• Competitive pay commensurate with experience
• Heavily subsidized medical and dental plans
• Employer-sponsored retirement plan
• Company-paid life insurance
• Immediate paid vacation and generous holiday time
• Family-friendly sick and personal leave policies
• Opportunities for career development

Interested? We want to hear from you! Visit washingtonmills.com/careers and tell us why you’re the candidate we’re looking for.

Washington Mills is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition as defined by applicable law, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BY SUBMITTING THIS APPLICATION YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT THIS INFORMATION.
 

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I understand that this document is NOT an offer of employment, and that an offer of employment, if tendered, does NOT constitute a contract for continued guaranteed employment. I understand that employees of Washington Mills who work at union facilities and are obligated to join the union as a result of the position they are applying for, serve pursuant to the terms of the applicable contract and the employment relationship may be terminated at any time by you, for any or no reason, and the Company may terminate you pursuant to the applicable contract but in no event for a reason prohibited by law.
 

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I understand that if employed on a temporary basis, I would be paid for hours worked only, and would be ineligible for benefits including paid time off. I understand that any benefits I receive outside any applicable contract may be subject to change or discontinuation at any time without prior notice.
 

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