Maintenance Supervisor - Chanute, KS at Ash Grove Cement Company in Chanute, Kansas

Job Description:

Job ID: 478746

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, provides Portland and masonry cements to help build the foundation and infrastructure for the world around us. We ship millions of tons of cement from our plants and network of terminals located across North America. When you work for Ash Grove, you are connecting to something bigger. We stand together to reinvent the way our world is built. Join our team and help Ash Grove build America.

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package, and opportunities for your continued growth and development!

Plant Location: Chanute, KS

Summary:

Schedules, coordinates, and supervises maintenance crew, preventive/predictive maintenance, and mechanical repair activities.

What you'll be contributing:

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.


• Provides technical assistance in the safe use of tools and equipment, training new and current employees on proper procedures, techniques, and safety precautions.


• Schedules and coordinates preventive/predictive maintenance and mechanical repair daily activities, installation of new equipment, improvements, and other maintenance projects


• Inspects job sites before beginning maintenance projects to identify hazards and ensure a safe work environment.


• Operates computerized preventive maintenance and repairs system to prepare work orders, document work activities, backlog, and maintain all necessary records for plant and mobile equipment.


• Assesses and gives performance feedback to the maintenance crew and maintains records of attendance and paid time off.


• Analyzes and writes job procedures for new jobs and modifies procedures for existing jobs


• Estimates time and parts required to complete projects and repairs.


• Collaborates with Purchasing Agent before starting a project to see if required supplies are in stock or need to be ordered.


• Assists as needed in contacting vendors and obtaining contractors regarding maintenance needs
  Conducts safety meetings and inspections regularly to ensure compliance with safety requirements.


• Participates in plant safety meetings


• Coordinate and supervise the work of contractors as required for specified maintenance activities


• Assists as needed in preparing the budget for capital expenditures planned for maintenance projects and repairs


• Participates in the monthly conference calls with MEP


• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor

To succeed in this position, you will need:

• Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.


• H.S. Diploma / GED Required


• Associate's Degree Technical degree in a related area Preferred


• A combination of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a diploma/degree Preferred


• 3 years Supervisory/maintenance experience engineering, or facility management in a similar position in a related industry Required.


• Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills Required.


• Knowledge of maintenance and repair required for plant equipment and structures Required.


• Demonstrates project management skills Required.


• Ability to uses independent judgment Required.


• Ability to make decisions, plan, organize, and problem solve Required.


• Ability to operate a personal computer Required.


• Ability to read and understand equipment manuals, mechanical drawings and blueprints Required.


• Aptitude for learning new computer software Required.


• Knowledge of all equipment and machinery used in the plant and how each of them functions Required.


• Knowledge of government regulations such as EPA regulations and MSHA as they apply to maintenance projects and repair activities Required.


• Working knowledge of steel specifications, welding, conveyors, AC/DC motors, fans, hydraulic systems, fabrication, cutting torch basics, soldering, lubricants, carpentry, millwright work, mechanics, plumbing, electrical distribution systems, machine shop equipment and procedures, painting, torques wrenches, etc Preferred.

What's next for you?

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow all job instructions of his/her supervisor and to perform other work assignments related to plant operations that are not inconsistent with the current labor contract, past practices, or safety policies.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay


• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs


• Group retirement savings program


• Health and wellness programs


• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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