Maintenance Manager

Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you’ve never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world.  Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday!

The role of the Maintenance Manager is to Supervise, direct, coordinate and assist with activities of Team Members engaged in maintaining and repairing equipment, physical structure(s), and affiliated grounds, ensuring that safety, environmental, production and quality requirements are met. Prioritize, address, and resolve urgent maintenance and repair needs to minimize equipment downtime and/or prevent business disruptions. Manage department administrative responsibilities and processes, as needed. 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Effectively supervise and assist with all maintenance tasks and responsibilities throughout the manufacturing facility, including but not limited to:
  • Safely executing daily maintenance activities associated with manufacturing equipment, auxiliary equipment, and physical plant and property management.
  • Prioritizing maintenance activities related to safety and production concerns, and quickly inspecting, troubleshooting, and resolving, as needed, to ensure a safe working environment and minimal business disruption(s). 
  • Thoughtfully planning and scheduling preventative maintenance activities.
  • Regularly inspecting equipment and products to conclude conformance to specifications and standards resulting from good maintenance practices.
  • Overseeing the cleaning and upkeep of the facility (office(s), lunchrooms, locker rooms, etc.) and grounds maintenance activities (lawn care, snow removal, etc.).
  • Continuously monitoring the inventory and usage of spare parts, maintenance supplies, and equipment, and requisition tools, supplies, and equipment, as needed.
  • Managing vendor and contracted service relationships for the facility and systems/equipment, including HVAC systems, building alarms and fire alarms. 
  • Utilizing and updating the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for assets (equipment, plant and property) to ensure optimal preventative maintenance measures and accurate reportable metrics. 
• Collaborate with plant leadership and department personnel on various activities and projects, including:
  • Planning and executing capital improvement projects, and owning project management activities, as directed.
  • Developing and managing projects intended to increase production efficiency and/or reduce operating costs.
  • Analyzing data, preparing reports, and making recommendations for maintenance activities that will improve operational output and quality. 

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Education/Experience

Associates Degree (AAS) in Technology (Electrical, Mechanical, and Industrial) preferred, plus five (5) years of supervisory experience leading a Maintenance department in a manufacturing environment, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. 

Technical certification(s) and/or prior experience with HVAC, Electrical Systems, Welding and CNC Machining, a plus.

Valid driver’s license, required. 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Technical Skills. Ability to apply and perform predictive and preventive maintenance techniques.  Proficient in performing maintenance on mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical equipment.  Ability to read and interpret facility and equipment drawings, manuals, and instructions. Working knowledge of tools, equipment, and devices, and ability to use hand operated and power tools.  Proficiency with performing tasks with precision and manual dexterity.  Ability to operate industrial production equipment.  Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification.

Strategic Change Agent.  Courage to make and encourage others to make difficult decisions.  Ability to foster commitment to the shared mission and vision of Pyrotek and actively lead in development/execution of strategic goals and objectives related to assigned responsibility.

Leadership Skills.  Build a culture of tolerance, acceptance and civility by setting an example to staff.  Ability to coach and motivate staff in planning, strategic product management, decision-making, teamwork, and process improvement.  Ability to effectively manage team projects to completion according to schedule.  Ability to provide regular performance feedback and to write annual performance reviews. Ability to foster attitudes, conditions and environments that guide teams toward excellence and a respectful, positive, transparent and collaborative environment. Ability to develop staff skills and encourage growth, and to foster quality focus including improving product development processes and procedures.

Computer/Applications Skills. Proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).  Ability to record and enter electronic requests, statuses, and resolutions in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).

Flexibility. Ability to work outside of normal schedule due to business demands, including but not limited to power outages and equipment downtime. 

Physical/Sensory Requirements

The following physical activities described here are representative of those required by a Team Member to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation, if feasible, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of position.

Must be able to sit and stand for long periods-of-time, bend and reach, use stairs, ladders and scaffolds, use hands and fingers to grasp, handle and feel, lift or push up to 50 pounds occasionally. Communicate effectively in English by telephone, in person and in writing. Effectively use a personal computer, office equipment and telephone.

Working Environment

While performing the essential responsibilities of this position, Team Member generally will work in a manufacturing environment with frequent exposure to loud noise, moving mechanical parts, and fumes or airborne particles.  Periodic exposure to outdoor environment through open doors. PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as approved footwear, respirators, safety glasses/goggles, may be required.   

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The minimum and maximum salary range for this full-time position is $95,000 - $125,000 + benefits.   Relocation benefits may be available, if deemed applicable based on candidate location.  

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location.  Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.  Please note that the compensation details listed in this posted role reflect the base salary only and do not include bonus or benefits. 

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$95000 - $125000 / annual

Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

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