Assistant Maintenance Manager

International Paper • Amarillo, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Maintenance Manager will be responsible for managing a shift or team of maintenance hourly technicians, the compilation of reports & statistics related to key performance measures for the maintenance department, the planning process for maintenance projects and leading various EHS initiatives related to maintenance & environmental compliance under the direction of the facility Maintenance Manager.

This position is responsible for, but not limited to the following:

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; associate degree, bachelor’s degree or technical degree preferred.
• Solid Computer / System skill set and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is required. Prior experience utilizing SAP, KIWI is highly preferred.
• Prior supervisory/leadership experience in a Maintenance Department is required.
• Skilled in electrical troubleshooting, low voltage, control circuits, VFD’s, and PLC troubleshooting is highly preferred.
• Prior mechanical, electrical and/or maintenance troubleshooting experience is required. Corrugated experience is highly preferred
• Prior experience with predictive/preventative maintenance programs, inventory and capital project planning is highly preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required
• The ability to multi-task and prioritize work effectively is required
• Key competencies required include:
• Functional/Technical
• Problem Solving
• Action / Results Oriented
• Priority Setting
• Integrity and Trust
• Perseverance

Responsibilities

• Following all safety rules and practices as well as being accountable for ensuring maintenance personnel follow the same safety rules and practices
• Supervision of a shift or team of maintenance hourly technicians
• Managing the maintenance budget for the facility
• Assisting Maintenance Manager with development and management of capital projects
• Utilizing various systems (including KIWI and SAP) to track and report maintenance key performance measures
• Managing the work order system utilizing SAP and tracking work orders through proficiency including compilation of reports for the facility leadership team
• Planning/scheduling maintenance projects including scheduling of proper personnel (employees & contractors), maintaining project budget, ensuring access to machine manuals, ensuring necessary parts are in inventory and working with the production team to schedule time for completion of the project
• Planning/scheduling predictive & preventative maintenance activities
• Conducting a weekly maintenance priority meeting with the maintenance and production leadership team at the facility
• Leading Environmental Health & Safety initiatives in the facility, including but not limited to: air permitting, storm water compliance, HAZMAT, wastewater compliance, roof maintenance, infrared inspections, compressed air management, chilling tower/chiller, air handlers, fire & safety system inspections, contractor training, employee training, electrical and hot work
• Acting as a back-up Maintenance Manager as needed
• Maintaining open communications with managers and first line leaders at the plant to ensure they are informed of problems and/or unusual situations
• In conjunction with the hourly maintenance team, management of the inventory/parts for the facility maintenance department storeroom including SAP system management and kitting of up-coming maintenance projects.
• Be prepared to apply for the role of Maintenance Manager if and when the need arises.

Benefits

• International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees