Maintenance Superintendent

Steelcase

Sep 26, 2024
General Information Country: USA State: Michigan City: Kentwood Office Location: 4380 52nd street - - - - - Date posted: 26-Sep-2024 Business Function: Manufacturing/Operations Position Type: Full-Time/Regular Description We are hiring a Maintenance Superintendent to lead and manage the maintenance division and ensure that maintenance work is performed efficiently, safely, and in compliance with relevant regulations and standards at our Grand Rapids Wood and Kentwood West Plants. What You Will Be Doing: Plans and directs the activities of the plant maintenance departments of all three shifts. At times of production crisis, assumes a leadership role in accessing causes, evaluating recovery plans and directing activities (i.e. equipment breakdown or major quality issue that prevents product from being shipped) Developing and implementing a preventive maintenance plan that aligns with the organization's goals and objectives Scheduling and assigning maintenance work to the maintenance team to ensure timely completion Reviewing maintenance requests and identifying priorities for maintenance work Tracking and analyzing equipment and maintenance data to identify trends and patterns Developing and updating maintenance procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and codes Managing maintenance budgets, tracking costs, and identifying cost-saving opportunities Providing training and coaching to maintenance staff to improve their skills and knowledge Managing and supervising maintenance staff, ensuring they have the necessary resources to perform their work effectively Monitoring work progress and leading problem resolution Establishing department priorities in conjunction with production Recommending and managing the Equipment Reliability budget Interviewing and recommending for hire the apprentices and journeymen needed to support proper staffing Adhering to accepted safety practices, identifying potential safety problems and ensuring good housekeeping Consulting on Safety Sign Off Procedure, new equipment, and cost savings related to production, automation, and equipment in the plants Developing bids and specifications for outside maintenance contractor work Assisting in the administration of policy formulation of the Maintenance Apprenticeship Program, Budgeting, Company policy, and manpower planning Your Future Team: You will work closely with the production team, maintenance staff, and contractors. Who You Are: You have experience in maintenance management and are knowledgeable in relevant regulations, standards, and codes. You are skilled in analyzing equipment and maintenance data, managing budgets, and identifying cost-saving opportunities. You possess excellent leadership, training, and coaching skills. You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and you work well in a team environment. Required Skills and Competencies: Experience in maintenance management Knowledge of codes, regulations, and standards Analytical and problem-solving skills Budget management skills Leadership, training, and coaching skills Communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work well in a team environment Preferred Skills and Competencies: Experience in manufacturing or industrial environment Degree or certification in maintenance or related field Who We Are: Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Along with our expansive community of brands, we design and manufacture innovative furnishings and solutions to help people do their best work in the many places where work happens. Why People Choose to Work with Us: At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities. Our employees balance two key principles: We expect the office to be our primary place of work because that's where we gather to learn, teach, innovate, and host our clients. Being present together builds communities of belonging, enables strong teams, and helps us make meaningful progress. We also believe in giving people choice and control - over how, when and where they work to achieve commitments and deliver results, along with their wellbeing and personal needs. We trust employees to orchestrate their time and presence to best accomplish work, and what that looks like may change from day to day. Levels of flexibility vary by role and team, and employees and their leader need to align on expectations of flexibility. Together we can help the world work better. What Matters to Us: More than qualifications, we're looking for talent and potential. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we're always looking to improve our global community. We value applicants who are comfortable interacting with people different from themselves, building mutual respect and positive relationships. We invite people from all backgrounds and genders to apply. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at myhr@steelcase.com. Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. We are proud to be recognized for our inclusive workforce by the Corporate Equality Index for the past nine years. If you're interested in Steelcase, but this isn't the right time or role, join our Talent Community to be updated on future openings in your area(s) of expertise.