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Maintenance Supervisor

Location: 

Charlevoix, MI, US, 49720

WELCOME TO VCNA!

We are St Marys Cement, part of Votorantim Cimentos North America (VCNA).

As the North American operations of Votorantim Cimentos, a global building materials and sustainability solutions leader in 11 countries, we are helping to make a positive impact and are transforming our world. We have a culture built on solid partnerships, long-lasting relationships, and opportunities for those who want to learn, grow and be part of a diverse and dynamic culture.

With solutions that include cement, ready-mix concrete, and aggregates, we help to build homes, highways, hospitals, buildings, bridges, and schools across the Canadian and U.S. Great Lakes region and Northeast United States. Our commitment to excellence can be seen in those who invest and believe in what we do, those who share their lives with us, those who trust in our deliveries and those committed to innovation and a sustainable future.

Every day, we have the chance to accomplish something new, and you are invited to be part of it.

Summary/Job Scope:

Reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager, this position promotes the use of protective and preventative maintenance systems and techniques to improve plant operating equipment and system liability.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Directs and supervises hourly employees engaged in repairing, dismantling, assembling, and installing industrial equipment as required.

  • Ensures the safety of employees through enforcing safe work practices and providing motivation and effective communication.
  • Ensures that all technical training and development requirements are met for employees, including conducting routine toolbox/tailgate safety talks.
  • Reviews individual employee performance and coaches, provides feedback and recognition to maintain a high level of professionalism.
  • Administers the collective bargaining agreement and maintains a strong relationship with the Union by effectively managing routine daily issues, employee concerns, disciplinary action, handling grievances, etc.
  • Manages vacation schedules and work time allocation for correct payroll and with work orders.
  • Provides guidance to the Maintenance Planners to set job priorities.
  • Ensures that technical specifications and special instructions are available, understood and adhered to by craftsmen for assigned jobs in a timely manner.
  • Executes the approved work schedule and ensures quality work by field verification.
  • Participate in the shared on-call rotation for supervisory staff in the department.

 

Responsible for optimizing the performance of plant equipment.

  • Troubleshoots any equipment and/or machinery malfunctions to determine root cause(s) and develops corrective action plans to rectify the problems. Updates existing plant maintenance and preventative maintenance systems.
  • Consults with suppliers, as necessary.
  • Maintains accountability and ensures serviceability and availability of company owned tools and ensures that all maintenance vehicles and work areas are kept clean and safe.
  • Provides detailed feedback regarding equipment condition and reliability improvements.
  • Assists in the maintenance and purchase of parts inventory and outside services as required.
  • Records and analyzes data to determine mechanical problems.
  • Evaluates cost reduction opportunities; introduces new preventative maintenance technology programs and ensures these programs meet manufacturer, company, and industry standards.

Other operational duties include:

  • Participates in preparation of annual budget and ensures adherence during the year.
  • Responds to and completes emergency work.
  • Supervises and directs maintenance contractors working on the plant site as required.
  • Ensure maintenance work orders are completed with craftsmen’s comments and completed on a timely basis.
  • Participates in activities of the predictive maintenance team and work towards the continuous improvement of maintenance KPIs.
  • Participate in daily and weekly planning meetings.
  • Ensures all materials used on jobs are properly charged to the correct work order.
  • Provides technical assistance to operation groups.
  • Provides input for the development of equipment Bills of Materials.

Qualifications:

Education: Two-year college or technical school; plus, one to two years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience: Two years supervisory experience, preferably in an industrial environment.

Knowledge: Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Note:   This job description may not cover all duties and requirements and may include additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Being part of VCNA is being part of building famous landmarks such as Toronto's CN Tower, Roy Thompson Hall, Maple Leaf Gardens and the Darlington Nuclear Station and Ryerson Centre, St. Regis Chicago and 150 N. Riverside, Louis High-Speed Rail in Chicago and more.

  • Opportunities to collaborate with teams around the globe and growth opportunities in different areas.
  • Training, professional development
  • Access to Employees Resource Groups (ERGs), including SheBuilds, which fosters mentorship, leadership development, and community support for women at VCNA.
  • Tuition reimbursement/assistance
  • Competitive wages, vacation, and holiday time
  • Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
  • RRSP and DC (CAN) and 401K (U.S.)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): confidential support for you and your family (CAN)
  • Educational scholarship program for dependents of regular salaried employees.
  • Fertility drug coverage
  • Paid Maternity Leave Top Up

Salary Range: $ 85,000 to $ 106,000

This posting is for a vacant position.

OUR PEOPLE

We care about people - all people. At VCNA, we take safety, health, and wellness seriously. We are dedicated to giving our employees a safe workplace, our neighbors a safe environment and our customers a high-quality and safe product. Safety first -and always!

Our VC Way reflects who we are, inspiring us to unite our culture and be our best: Our Way of Being: ethical and respectful, Our Way of Working: together with excellence and Our Way of Thriving: with the courage to transform.

INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

We have a results-oriented culture that values being open, honest, and authentic. It is part of our DNA. We are continually expanding our diverse and inclusive team by providing opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, or economic status - a workplace where you can express your individuality and be your best self!


Nearest Major Market: Northern Michigan

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