The posting
Hunter Douglas is the world’s leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. We are a brand that you know and trust. With more than 100 years of innovation, we’ve defined our industry with proprietary products that deliver revolutionary style and functionality and can be found in millions of homes and commercial buildings globally.
We are searching for candidates that are driven, intelligent, creative, and entrepreneurial. By offering challenging and accelerated opportunities for growth, powered by a shared hunger for success, we create a space for your career to thrive. In return for your expertise, we are committed to providing competitive and robust total compensation and benefit packages to ensure you feel valued. Our dream is to become the fastest growing, most loved, window covering company in the world. What’s yours?
Position Overview:
Oversees the repair and preventative maintenance of all production equipment performed by maintenance technicians. Provides technical guidance and direction by maintaining a thorough operational knowledge of all production equipment plant wide. Responsibilities include interviewing, training and appraising work performance of maintenance technicians. Self-motivated, team player, excellent communication skills, in-person, by phone and by e-mail.
What you'll do:
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. (These examples do not include all of the functions which the employee may be expected to perform.)
Attends and participates in daily manufacturing meeting with representatives of other departments. Addresses questions concerning operational problems associated with production equipment. Discusses preventative maintenance schedules for equipment and its’ impact to the production schedule.
Develops preventative maintenance program for all equipment assigned to area of responsibility. Includes writing, updating and monitoring preventative checklists to ensure thoroughness and effectiveness of the PM (Preventative Maintenance).
Uses available maintenance software packages to track and analyze trends of specific equipment malfunctions and repairs. Monitors individual work performance of maintenance technicians by reviewing work order database. Using maintenance software package, sets up preventative equipment maintenance schedules and arranges maintenance technician assignments based upon skill and training levels.
Prepares purchase orders for tools, equipment and spare parts to maintain inventory levels in order to keep equipment operating efficiently and safely.
Conducts or arranges for regular repair and/or maintenance training of technicians on various pieces of production equipment. Ensures that work performed by technicians is done according to established safety, health and environmental standards of the company and local, state and federal regulations as well as Hunter Douglas work procedures.
Performs annual work performance appraisals of maintenance technicians. Assists each employee in the development of yearly work goals and objectives. Recommends and submits employee pay raises. Determines course of appropriate disciplinary action based upon company guidelines and policies.
Implements maintenance repair and equipment safety training programs for Maintenance Technicians. Insures that all training programs are in compliance of company ISO standards. Attends safety conferences to remain informed of new methods of employee training to avoid workplace hazards.
Who you are:
- Solid knowledge of the safe use and operation of production equipment
- Solid knowledge of preventative maintenance and repair of electrical equipment.
- Solid knowledge of the principles of machine engineering and machine equipment building.
- Solid knowledge of supervisory practices and principles of conflict management and interactive management.
- Solid knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
- Solid knowledge of correct grammar usage, spelling, and sentence construction to prepare written materials such as, PM checklists.
- Skill in developing and maintaining effective work relationships.
- Ability to use hand held power tools in addition to machine shop equipment.
- Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical diagrams and schematics.
- Ability to inspect quality of work performed for flaws and mistakes.
Acceptable Training and Experience includes a high school diploma or equivalent. 6-9 years Maintenance experience in conjunction with 2+ years general maintenance leadership/management required.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
Adaptability/Flexibility/Responsiveness -- Maintains an optimistic and positive outlook, responding constructively when presented with challenge or change.
Business Savvy -- Aligns organizational structure, systems, processes and talent to achieve desired results.
Communication Skills -- Encourages a climate in which employees feel free to openly share their thoughts and feelings.
Critical Thinking – Anticipates events and potential problems before they arise.
Decision Making/Judgment -- Applies a sound knowledge of procedures and organizational values when making decisions.
Driving Change -- Initiates and promotes continuous learning and improvement efforts throughout the organization.
Driving Strategic Direction -- Communicates and motivates others about the organizational mission, vision, and values.
Empowering Others -- Involves others in problem solving, decision making and planning processes.
Engenders Trust -- Demonstrates and practices high standards of personal and professional integrity.
Leading Teams -- Genuinely values and recognizes the ideas, abilities, contributions, and differences of others.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Body Movement:
- Will frequently walk within production area to meet with employees and check work progress.
- Will frequently sit while accessing computer, completing paperwork or attending meetings.
- Will occasionally push and pull pieces of equipment while assisting Maintenance Technicians working on equipment.
- Will occasionally stand while assisting maintenance technicians working on production equipment.
- Will occasionally climb stair ladder at a height of eight to ten feet to check on production equipment such as a collator.
- Will occasionally bend/stoop/squat at knees to examine equipment situated close to ground level.
- Will occasionally twist hand, forearm and elbow while assisting maintenance technicians in mounting apparatus to a piece of production equipment.
Back and Upper Body (lifting and carrying) : Will occasionally lift and carry pieces of equipment when assisting maintenance technicians.
Vision: Constantly using sight in performance of daily job duties especially color acuity.
Hearing: Frequently using hearing to communicate; listening for production equipment malfunctions and listening for warning backup alarms on fork-lift equipment being operated within the production area.
Work Environment: Production environment with noise generated by production equipment. Fumes from solvents. Dust from fabrics a
What's in it for you?
- Annual base salary range: $97,000.00- $115,000.00
- Bonus target range: 20%
- Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
- A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
- Time off with pay
- 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness programs and product discounts
Please note, all offers presented to candidates are carefully crafted to ensure market competitiveness, equity, and reflect the individual candidate’s education, experience, skills and potential. Hunter Douglas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.
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