Maintenance Manager

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Job description

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing and protecting in the building sector and motor vehicle industry.

Sika has subsidiaries in 100 countries around the world and manufactures in over 300 factories. Sika employs more than 25,000 people and generated sales of over CHF 8 billion per year. At the end of 2019 Sika won the Swiss Technology Award for a groundbreaking new adhesive technology.

Maintenance Manager

Regardless of where in the world you call home, the impact of Sika's innovations is never far away. From the adhesives that make your car stronger and safer to the concrete that makes the bridges you drive across more durable, to the construction products that make the places you live and work more comfortable, Sika impacts your world in unseen ways, every day. Sika Corporation is currently offering an exciting and challenging new position with a strong opportunity for continued growth. This position is located in Lyndhurst, NJ.

This position is mainly responsible for the maintenance and repair of the Lyndhurst facility which includes building, infrastructure, and equipment. The Maintenance Manager will plan, direct, and manage all the technical resources of the facility and functional areas of Maintenance.

The responsibility includes supervising the department and participating in the improvement of the maintenance of equipment, continuous improvement projects, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical controls, develop preventative maintenance programs for new and existing equipment, develop and implement programs to effectively cross-train team members. Direct reports include the Maintenance Engineer/Supervisor and Maintenance Planner. Indirect reports include all Maintenance Mechanics.

Exciting Challenges :

• Develop and implement a strong and sustainable Preventive Maintenance system. Actively manage and monitor all Preventative Maintenance work performed, while making recommendations to improve the effectiveness of our Preventative Maintenance program and constant improvement in OEE
• Responsible for a competent and efficient Department workforce, which includes the Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance Planner, and Shift Mechanics. Manages the use of labor, contractors, and materials to optimize department effectiveness.
• Facilitate, coach, train, and guide the Production Department (Managers and Operators) to ensure that they can properly maintain production equipment.
• Supports the Plant Engineering Manager in managing major projects and provides leadership to ensure projects meet their stated objectives in a professional manner, consistent with project parameters of costs, time, and scope.
• Enforces company policies regarding Safety, Purchasing, Regulatory compliance, Labor Relations, Internal Controls, etc.
• Coordinate the responsibility of achieving and maintaining ISO14000, ISO9000, and IATF16949 certification in maintenance and process areas.
• Establish goals and performance standards for professional and technical personnel. Provide them with training and professional development.
• Provides support to manufacturing operations with a review of technical and business issues
• Develop, monitor, and administer the departmental budget for Facilities and Maintenance
• Performs other duties as required by the Vice President of Operations.

We Need Your Skills :

• B.S. in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical), advanced degree desirable
• 10 years of experience in chemical and industrial environments as well as project management.
• Excellent communicator and proven employee relations skills at all levels
• Knowledge of chemical industry and manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent technical understanding, analysis, and problem resolution

Building Trust Every Day

What You'll Like About Us-

Competitive Benefits- Health Insurance available starting day one, 401k with 5% company match, quarterly bonuses, year-end profit-sharing bonus, educational programs, and paid time off.

Meaningful Work- Sika products enhance our surroundings and provide needed services. The work every employee completes helps positively impact daily lives by making our world stronger, more durable, and more reliable - every day.

Company Culture- Sika Corporation centers a work culture around entrepreneurship where individuals have the power to make decisions, learn from mistakes, and define their career. Our employees are proud to work for Sika and continue to help develop the foundation for future success.

Community Involvement- Sika Corporation takes active roles in our community and aims to support volunteer work and charitable endeavors across the United States through rebuilding and giving back.

Sustainability Initiatives- Sika is committed to sustainable development, reducing environmental impacts, and assuming social responsibility. The company supports energy-efficient projects and implements numerous measures aimed to boost economic, social, and ecological sustainability.