Jobs
>
Kalamazoo

    Engineering and Maintenance Manager - Kalamazoo, United States - Kaiser Aluminum

    Default job background
    Description

    Kaiser Aluminum is known around the world for its superior quality. Our secret is what we put into it—innovative thinking, industry-leading reliability, and a world-class commitment to customer service. In short, the same qualities we look for in our people. We are looking for an Engineering and Maintenance Manager to join the Kaiser Aluminum Kalamazoo Michigan aluminum casting and extrusion team

    The Engineering and Maintenance Manager will report to the Plant Manager and be responsible for administration and continuous improvement of an effective Work Management System, ensuring the effectiveness, reliability, and sustainability of all facility manufacturing assets; as well as leading the Project Engineering Team.

    What you will work on:

    • This role has responsibility to ensure plant manufacturing equipment operates reliably by deploying preventive and predictive maintenance practices and reliability analytics.
    • This individual will focus on driving sustained improvement across the plant in the areas of maintenance business process improvements to world class standards.
    • The role establishes and plans for all training that will ensure all members of the maintenance and project engineering departments are aligned with company, plant and department objectives.
    • Will be successful in change management centered on lean manufacturing focused on asset reliability (Standardized Work, 5S, Strategy Development)
    • Act as an organizational change agent focused on driving operational controllable costs and achieving Earned/Forecast departmental spending.
    • Cost conscience and results driven system manager who utilizes data to drive efficiency and effectiveness to improve customer satisfaction while achieving spending.
    • Manage maintenance services and ensure operational reliability of plant equipment.
    • Facilitate advanced Reliability Engineering tools/techniques with emphasis on advanced Problem-Solving methods using the DMAIC methodology.
    • Ensure 5S compliance, create and manage overhaul schedules for sustained performance.
    • Develop, monitor and ensure timely completion of plant goals/action plans, both short and long term that result in achievement of equipment uptime initiatives.
    • Assist Plant Manager in making operational system design improvements to reduce costs and to increase productivity.
    • Utilize new technology and Lean Manufacturing principals and processes to maximize efficiency (FMEA, Six Sigma, Kaizen, DMAIC Problem Solving, etc.).
    • Plan, manage and execute capital asset program in compliance with Annual Operating Plan and established policy.
    • Sustain or develop a network base with equipment vendors.
    • Initiation of Cost Saving Initiatives (CSIs) including management of utilities and equipment that demonstrate improvements in costs, uptime, quality, safety.
    • High level leadership of the Department Planning/Scheduling process.
    • Develop a work environment within manufacturing that promotes trust, teamwork quality and safety.
    • Assign accountability, build teams, hire, develop, evaluate, train, coach and discipline with Corrective action as needed.
    • Ensure the adherence to Safeway policies, practices, and procedures and ensure the production of a quality product in compliance with Federal and State guidelines. Ensure all regulatory compliance as applicable.
    • Strategy Deployment TTI & Action Plan Ownership. To seek opportunities to improve machine uptime and identify areas in need of future engineering project focus.
    • Problem identification and resolution through hands-on problem solving or ongoing employee development.
    • To schedule, monitor, and manage (through Maximo) that all monthly, quarterly, and annual TPM is completed on time.
    • To drive continuous improvement of all TPM routines based on MTBF data and technological improvements as well.
    • To communicate and monitor the SQDC performance, daily work habits, and responsibilities of the Maintenance Mechanics in your department.
    • Support and lead the Contracting Out process with the United Steelworkers.

    What you will bring to the role:

    • A minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or similar field.
    • Preferred Education: MBA
    • A minimum of 7 years in manufacturing/production environment leading maintenance and engineering.
    • A minimum of 7 years of manufacturing plant engineering/management experience which includes financial management and project development and project management experience in a high volume/technology manufacturing sector.
    • Strong career growth and added responsibilities, along with activities that are data-driven based on reliability analytics.
    • Strong PC skills, including Windows, Word, and Excel.
    • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and organizational skills.
    • Proven ability to work in teams.
    • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

    Preferred experience:

    • TPM based educational training a plus.
    • SMRP – Certification is preferred.
    • CMMS – Computerized Maintenance Management System experience. Extensive Maximo experience is preferred.
    • CPMM- Certified Plant Maintenance Manager is preferred.

    About Kaiser Aluminum: Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing a diverse and inclusive culture. We are strongly committed to expanding inclusion, equity, and diversity – how we hire, develop, and inspire our diverse team members that reflects and relates to the increasingly multicultural community.

    No third-party candidate submissions are being accepted at this time for this opening.


  • Welsh & Associates

    Maintenance Manager

    3 days ago


    Welsh & Associates Kalamazoo, United States

    Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for precision and a knack for keeping things running like a well-oiled machine? Were on the lookout for a dynamic Maintenance Manager to steer our clients maintenance operations to new heights If you thrive on challenges, excel in troubles ...

  • International Staff Consulting

    Maintenance Manager

    3 days ago


    International Staff Consulting Kalamazoo, United States

    Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for precision and a knack for keeping things running like a well-oiled machine? We're on the lookout for a dynamic Maintenance Manager to steer our client's maintenance operations to new heights If you thrive on challenges, excel in troubl ...

  • Management Business Solutions

    Maintenance Manager

    3 days ago


    Management Business Solutions Kalamazoo, United States

    Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for precision and a knack for keeping things running like a well-oiled machine? We're on the lookout for a dynamic Maintenance Manager to steer our client's maintenance operations to new heights If you thrive on challenges, excel in troubl ...

  • Welsh & Associates

    Maintenance Manager

    2 days ago


    Welsh & Associates Kalamazoo, United States

    Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for precision and a knack for keeping things running like a well-oiled machine? We're on the lookout for a dynamic Maintenance Manager to steer our client's maintenance operations to new heights If you thrive on challenges, excel in troubl ...


  • Airswift North America Kalamazoo, United States

    Our client, a leading player in the manufacturing industry committed to excellence and innovation is seeking a dedicated Engineering and Maintenance Manager to oversee plant equipment's continuous production and reliability as part of their Extrusion division. · The Engineering a ...


  • NebulaTech Breedsville, United States

    THE COMPANY · Our client, based in Hamm, sees itself as a holistic solution provider for any special tasks related to demanding welding applications. With over 500 employees, the Hamm location is part of an international steel and technology group with over employees. · THE POSIT ...

  • Pactiv Evergreen - North America

    Maintenance Planner

    1 week ago


    Pactiv Evergreen - North America Kalamazoo, United States

    **Overview**: · 140 miles west of Detroit and 50 miles south of Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo is a city in southern Michigan. The Kalamazoo Valley Museum offers science, technology and history exhibits, plus a planetarium. American and European art form the core collection of the Kalam ...


  • Medallion Management, Inc. Kalamazoo, United States

    Medallion Management, Inc. Is looking to hire a full-time maintenance employee for Crosstown Apartments in Kalamazoo, MI. The maintenance employee will have various duties relating to the maintenance of the property, including but not limited to: · - Ensure that all service reque ...


  • Bronson Healthcare Kalamazoo, United States

    Love Where You Work · Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community. · If you're ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bro ...


  • Goodwill Industries of Southwestern Michigan Kalamazoo, United States

    **General Responsibilities**: · This position will work on a team to provide maintenance services to all Goodwill SWMI locations. Responsibilities include but are limited to · - planning repair projects, preventative maintenance schedules, contributing to the budgeting process, a ...

  • Nicholson Construction Co

    Regional Equipment

    1 week ago


    Nicholson Construction Co Kalamazoo, United States

    ROLE DESCRIPTION: · - Reports directly to the Senior Vice President · - Responsible for the overall equipment maintenance and repair of owned equipment and organization and maintenance of the yard. · ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES: · - Maintains current knowledge of all NCC equipment in r ...


  • Zoetis Kalamazoo, United States

    Role Description · This is an 8hr shift position. (Mon-Fri) · Working within a Reliability Based Maintenance environment, the Instrument Technician is responsible for maintaining the company's state of the art electronic ("smart") process measuring and control instrumentation for ...


  • Penske Truck Leasing Kalamazoo, United States Full time

    Address: 5316 Wynn Road Kalamazoo Mi, 49048 · What's the Job? · Ready to move your career forward? As a Technician at Penske, you'll do exactly that. Here, you'll perform preventative maintenance and repairs of all levels on the newest and best maintained fleet of vehicles in the ...


  • City of Kalamazoo, MI Kalamazoo, United States

    The **Public Works Division Manager** is responsible for supervising, coordinating, and managing the Public Services Public Works Division staff, projects and activities. This role manages street projects, traffic projects, right-of-way issues, maintenance operations, snow remova ...

  • Kalamazoo Fabricating

    Plant Manager

    1 week ago


    Kalamazoo Fabricating Kalamazoo, United States

    **Location**: · - Kalamazoo, MI · **Job Id**: 225 · **Job Description Overview** · - The Plant Manager position is responsible for supervision of PRAB/Hapman production managers, manufacturing administrative assistant and shipping supervisor, monitoring equipment and parts orders ...

  • Stryker Corporation

    Engineering Manager

    1 week ago


    Stryker Corporation Kalamazoo, United States

    **Why engineering at Stryker?**: · At Stryker we are dedicated to improving lives, with a passion for researching and developing new medical device products. As an engineer at Stryker, you will be proud of the work that you will be doing, using cutting-edge technologies to make h ...


  • Penske Truck Leasing Kalamazoo, United States Full time

    5316 Wynn Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49048 · What's the Job? · Ready to accelerate your career while helping our customers move forward? As a Technician at Penske, you'll do exactly that. Here, you'll do preventative maintenance and minor repairs on the newest and best maintained fleet of ...

  • Property Management / Real Estate

    Leasing Agent

    2 days ago


    Property Management / Real Estate Kalamazoo, United States

    **Job Overview**: · **Duties**: · - Conduct property tours for potential tenants and provide information on available units · - Assist applicants with the leasing process and ensure all required documentation is completed accurately · - Maintain up-to-date knowledge of property f ...

  • Ascension

    Groundskeeper

    2 weeks ago


    Ascension Kalamazoo, United States

    We Are Hiring: · - ** · Department**:Maintenance Plant · - ** Schedule**:Full-time days, 7a - 3:30p · - ** Hospital**:Ascension Borgess · - ** Location**:Kalamazoo, MI · What You Will Do: · Responsible for maintaining the Medical Center grounds, assist trades, General Maintenance ...

  • Heritage Community of Kalamazoo

    Painter

    1 week ago


    Heritage Community of Kalamazoo Kalamazoo, United States

    **Position Summary**: · The painter prepares surfaces and properly applies finish coatings of paint, clear finishes. Occasionally performs light carpentry work including installation of trim. Works the on-call rotation with maintenance team, helps with minor maintenance repairs a ...