Maintenance Manager, MDF

The primary purpose of the Maintenance Manager's position is to manage all aspects of maintenance, and improvements/modifications of production and support equipment, buildings, and grounds. To manage mechanical maintenance department with the objective of maximizing machine uptime and quality. To act as a liaison between the mechanical maintenance team and production, administration, electrical maintenance, and outside contractors. This is a Salaried Exempt position and is not eligible for overtime.

• Excellent time management skills

• Excellent attendance record over a multi-year span.

• Excellent disciplinary record over a multi-year span.

• Experience in diagnosing and correcting mechanical / electrical equipment failures

• Experience in developing and maintaining preventive, predictive, and proactive mechanical /electrical maintenance programs for all plant equipment

• Experience leading a diverse group of skilled technicians and technician trainees

• Strong people skills and the ability to challenge, motivate, and support direct reports

• Advanced mechanical and electrical maintenance knowledge and aptitude

• Advanced verbal and written communication skills and the ability to clearly communicate with all levels of associates

• Ability to lead through demonstration, communication, organization, and reinforcement

• Ability to make logical, unemotional decisions in stressful situations

• A strong desire and willingness to both learn and teach

• High level of maturity and self-discipline

• Demonstrated high energy level, strong work ethic, and logical approach to problem solving.

• Basic to Intermediate computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

• Ability to work independently under tight deadlines and/or in a team environment

• Excellent time management skills

• Must have the qualities of stress tolerance, persistence, self-control, self-organization, integrity and flexibility

PERFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years maintenance management experience in a manufacturing environment

• 4 year degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience

As a company dedicated to its associates, we offer numerous benefits and advantages:

• Growth opportunities, domestic and international, with the world's leading producer of wood panel products

• Work in a diverse, inclusive environment with colleagues from around the world

• A highly competitive benefits program including affordable medical, dental and vision plans

• Company paid life and short & long term disability plans

• Supplemental life, critical illness and accident plans for you and your family

• 401 (k) retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off including a generous paid vacation plan and holidays after 90 days

• “Life of Career” training opportunities through our global or local KronoAcademy

• Uniform & reimbursement for safety boots & prescription safety glasses and company provided tools

Together we work, together we win.

WHAT TO SEND OUR WAY

• A cover letter along with your Resume, highlighting your education, experience and skills.