Maintenance Supervisor Muscatine Iowa
Mars, Incorporated (Davenport, Iowa)

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Purpose of RoleThis position contributes sound people management, engineering problem solving and project management skills to ensure the maintenance department meets their short and long term business commitments. Ensure planning and scheduling best practices are being adhered to, provide solutions for engineering, project and plant issues and manage all associated storeroom issues.  This position manages both internal and external resources to support activities on the site.   This position also actively participates and contributes to the success of area continuous improvement teams Continuous improvement is a key aspect of this role. It will be accomplished through developing and maintaining an organization that demonstrates improvement by continuously driving faults lower. Principal Accountabilities Conversion. Actively participate and collaborate with all functional areas to provide for continuous improvement activities (Plant Service Level (PSL), TRS, productivity, quality, safety, waste reduction, etc.) within the assigned area.Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive reliability improvement program, which will ensure all equipment is maintained in a safe and reliable method.   Change Agent - Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive reliability improvement program, which will ensure all equipment is maintained in a safe and reliable methodBecome a leading site advocate with respect to reliability issues. Associate Advocacy - Effectively manage direct reports to ensure maintenance best practices are being followed and developed.  Ensure that each report has results-based objectives, timely performance reviews, and appropriate career development counselling. Ensure that each maintenance associate has the necessary skills to meet their job expectations and develop a detailed improvement program where necessary. Technology Advancement  Technically support maintenance technicians in performing the engineering and maintenance tasks. Area Strategy - Manage Maintenance costs to ensure the budgeting process is accurate and the department meets the business requirements.Participate in all Engineering Projects in assigned area to ensure that reliability, maintainability, cost effectiveness, and safety requirements are delivered.Write, justify, submit and execute capital projects as assigned. Personal Development - Keep abreast of managerial and technical competencies both within and outside Mars Petcare US.   Minimum Qualifications:Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.5 years experience in a Manufacturing Environment. in a Maintenance capacity 3 years experience in a supervisory or managerial role. Working knowledge of Programmable Logic Control Working Knowledge of Electrical Systems Working Knowledge of Mechanical Systems Working knowledge of Preventative Maintenance Programs and Systems Ability to convey communications clearly and concisely Successful completion of a drug and background screen Understanding of major functions within the plant and the ability to work directly with all levels and functions. Preferred Qualifications:An undergraduate degree or equivalent, preferably in one of the Engineering, basic sciences or business related disciplines is highly desirable. Working Knowledge of high voltage systems. Experience with Reading Electrical Blue Prints Working knowledge of numatics Working knowledge of boilers Demonstrated experience working in Safety. Minimum 1 year experience in a food production environment Minimum 7 years in a Production Environment Minimum 5 years in a supervisory or managerial role  Project Management Experience with planning and managing a site’s maintenance budget. Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, internet software, e-mail. Ability to work any shift as needed Ability to tolerate an ambiguous environment               As a privately-held, family-owned company, Mars Petcare US offers benefits which reflect our commitment to attracting and retaining great people. This includes excellent pay, competitive health and dental care coverage, a retirement plan, a very competitive vacation plan and unrivalled career advancement opportunities, to name just a few of our unique and generous benefits. If you're looking for a place where you can take ownership for your work, where the pace is fast, the environment is built around the importance of open communication, and where employees are called "associates" and treated as such, then we want to hear from you.  We value a diverse work environment and encourage qualified individuals to apply, regardless of race, religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, gender and age. Mars Petcare US is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Visit www.mars.com to learn more about our company and for information about all of our current openings. Please, no agencies.