RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct plant electrical and mechanical equipment maintenance programs and personnel.
• Drive a strong culture of safety and environmental performance within the Department.
• Ensure optimum machinery performance and minimum downtime, by developing a culture of root cause analysis and continuous improvement.
• Oversee installation of new equipment as well as alterations and overall maintenance of plant structures and grounds.
• Protect company interests under labor agreement(s) and applicable governmental regulations pertaining to safety, environment, and other employment areas.
• Coordinate interdepartmental activities with other Department Managers.
• Develop and manage operating and capital budgets and provide accurate cost forecasting in coordination with the Vice President of Finance.
• Manage spare parts inventory efficiently in coordination with the Purchasing Manager.
• Hire, develop and train employees in order to build a strong Maintenance team.