Maintenance Manager

BlueScope • $75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Control Engineering or related field
  • Minimum 5 years in a maintenance management role in manufacturing
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Proficient in maintenance management software and control systems
  • Ambition to take on broader responsibilities

Responsibilities

  • Lead maintenance and asset improvement activities at Memphis plant
  • Implement preventive maintenance to minimize downtime
  • Conduct quality audits and coordinate with quality assurance
  • Manage the maintenance budget and seek cost-saving opportunities
  • Enforce safety protocols and conduct safety drills
  • Drive process improvements and foster a culture of innovation
  • Maintain proactive communication with stakeholders regarding production timelines

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short and long term disability
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
Full Job Description
ROLE OUTLINE

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Maintenance Manager with a background in control engineering. This person must be ambitious and possess the desire to grow into broader leadership position. This role is responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of all maintenance and asset improvement activities at the Memphis Blue Scope Coated Product plant. This involves leading a team of mechanical technicians, electrical technicians to meet the operational needs of the business and addresses equipment risks appropriately. The Maintenance Manager will have a strong alignment to supporting the production and quality teams by being a reliable, capable and collaborative partner in maximizing the output of the plant.

Key Focus Areas

Equipment Reliability and Maintenance

  • Ensure timely and effective maintenance to minimize downtime for critical machinery by implementing a preventive maintenance program and optimizing protocols.

Quality Control

  • Maintain high quality standards in output materials through regular quality audits, coordination with the quality assurance team, and implementing corrective actions.

Cost Management

  • Efficiently manage the maintenance budget by regularly reviewing expenditures, seeking cost-saving opportunities, and optimizing inventory management.

Safety and Compliance

  • Achieve zero workplace accidents and compliance violations by enforcing safety protocols, conducting regular safety drills, and staying updated with industry regulations.

Team Leadership and Development

  • Enhance team performance through regular training, setting clear performance metrics, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

  • Implement process improvements and new technologies to enhance productivity, while encouraging a culture of innovation within the team.

Effective Communication and Customer Satisfaction

  • Maintain proactive communication with all stakeholders to ensure alignment with customer and internal expectations, supporting production and delivery timelines.

Project Management and Capital Expenditures

  • Effectively manage maintenance projects and capital expenditures by utilizing project management tools, preparing detailed budgets, and ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
Foundational Experience

Required Qualifications & Experience: To be considered for this position, you must possess the following qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Control Engineering or a related field (highly recommended).

  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a maintenance management role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

  • Skills: Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills. Proficiency in maintenance management software and control systems and Project Management.

  • Future Growth: Demonstrated capacity and ambition to take on additional responsibilities, with the potential of advancing and accepting broader roles.

Skills and Abilities

At BlueScope we believe in investing in our employees through our Leading at BlueScope Attributes.  Below are attributes that will be the key to your success at BlueScope:

  • Driver of Future Readiness – Takes a strategic orientation to shape the direction; ensures impact-driven strategy; Is a thought leader in their own way.
  • Creative Problem Solver – Seeks and leverages diverse perspectives; fosters innovation and creative solutions; finds smarter solutions and uncovers value.
  • Change Facilitator – Models continual improvement; seizes opportunities to adapt; is optimistic about change and motivates others in the change journey.
  • Results Achiever – Delivers against continually higher levels of performance; strives for constant improvement; looks for ways to work smarter; pushes forward despite ambiguity.
  • Collaborative Partner – Seeks to understand; shares knowledge; builds/uses diverse networks for greater impact; uses a range of skills and approaches to influence others.
  • Leader of People and Teams – Clarifies purpose; builds team identity and spirit; inspires team members to work together; is fair, transparent, and thoughtful about others.
Work Environment
  • While performing the duties of this job, the maybe near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and extreme cold or heat. The noise level in the production work environment is considered moderate.

  • BlueScope embraces flexibility

Additional Information
The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job.  Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned.  Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level.

The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope.  To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement. 

About BlueScope

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Joining BlueScope offers a unique opportunity to be part of a global team renowned for its commitment to innovation, leadership, and digital transformation. BlueScope is not just a company; it's a place where job opportunities abound and career growth is fostered through robust professional development and diversity training.

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At BlueScope, the focus is on creating advanced, sustainable steel solutions that impact numerous industries worldwide. The team at BlueScope leads with a forward-thinking approach that integrates technology, industry expertise, and a dynamic company culture of inclusivity and innovation.

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Career advancement at BlueScope is propelled by comprehensive training programs, leadership development opportunities, and a commitment to promoting from within. Employees enjoy competitive benefits, including health, education, and retirement plans, ensuring long-term security and job satisfaction.

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