Director of Maintenance

Duration: Full Time / Direct Hire

The Director of Maintenance is responsible for the coordination and direction of facility and equipment maintenance for multiple sites in a 24/7 operation. This position will manage the maintenance programs to ensure full compliance with Clopay and other requirements. The Director will be responsible for development and updating programs including preventative maintenance, capital projects, MRO sourcing and tracking, eMaint (CMMS) system, and supervision of direct reports.

Ensure timely and competent maintenance response to production equipment and facility issues.

Develop, refine, and manage annual budgets and KPIs.

Write Capital Expenditure Requests to support areas of responsibility.

Responsibility for the development and implementation of the strategic leadership and vision for multiple sites.

Responsible for implementation and oversight of Maintenance (TPM) programs. Implement preventative maintenance routines and proactively diagnose and resolve mechanical/electrical issues to minimize plant downtime and maximize efficiency.

Use existing and/or create plant data collection systems to drive OEE, labor efficiency and cost control through maximizing equipment uptime.

Create and oversee and/or participate in Capital projects including machine replacements and refurbishments. Recruit, hire, train, evaluate employee performance, and recommend or initiate promotions, transfers, and disciplinary action.

Manage Forklift fleet selection and maintenance.

Develop and maintain a working knowledge of Clopay Manufacturing and Quality Systems and apply Procedures as appropriate.

Create a safe working environment and ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Mentor and develop a team of skilled mechanical and electrical technicians, coaching staff towards higher performance and providing opportunities for growth and development; provide ongoing training to upskill the team.

Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, environmental health and safety, production, and other departments to optimize operations.

Prepare reports and records on department activities for the executive management team.

Establish and maintain equipment and instruments programs to maintain calibrations and regular inspections of critical equipment and services.

Manage/administrate the Computerized Maintenance Management System

Maintain equipment history files to track maintenance, equipment manuals, and supporting documentation.

Participate as a key member of the Operations management team.

Responsible for teams troubleshooting of equipment/facilities. 24/7 support required.

Manage outside parts and service providers.

Travel will be required between plant locations and equipment suppliers and contractors.

Bachelors Degree

Minimum of 10 years leadership experience in a large manufacturing operation in Operations, Engineering, or Maintenance discipline. Multi-site leadership experience preferred.

Extensive knowledge and experience in equipment and facilities with manufacturing processes, problem solving, and strategic planning.

Strong understanding hydraulics, PLCs, robotics, automation.

Understanding of HVAC, lighting, building systems.

Excellent verbal and written English, and customer service skills required.

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office required

Background with E-Maint software preferred

Dental insurance

~ Employee assistance program

~ Flexible spending account

~ Health insurance

~ Health savings account

~ Life insurance

~ Tuition reimbursement

~