W. R. Grace

Maintenance Supervisor

W. R. Grace$93K — $128K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in a maintenance supervisory role within chemical manufacturing
  • Proficient in using SAP and maintenance management systems
  • Experience working in union environments with collective bargaining agreements
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and proactive problem-solving abilities
  • Associate's degree in a relevant field is preferred
  • Solid computer skills are advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure efficient functioning of equipment and machinery
  • Oversee and address preventive and reactive maintenance needs
  • Maintain strong field presence and engage with maintenance teams
  • Collaborate with teams to optimize maintenance tasks
  • Implement task tracking system to monitor completion and adherence to schedules
  • Utilize SAP for managing maintenance workflows and reporting
  • Foster positive relationships with union members and address concerns proactively
  • Generate reports on maintenance tasks and field observations.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance and Disability coverage
  • Participation in the Grace Wellness Program
  • Flexible workplace options
  • Retirement Plans including 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Parental leave available
  • Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
  • Eligibility for Company Donation Match Program
Full Job Description
Annual Wage Range: $93,112.00 - $128,029.00
Other Compensation: Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses
Benefits: U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)

Job Description

WR Grace is seeing a Maintenance Supervisor to join our Team. This role is central to ensuring a strong field presence, efficient task tracking, and strict adherence to our Preventive Maintenance (PM) system. This position requires hands-on engagement in maintenance operations, vigilant monitoring of task progress, and a commitment to optimizing equipment performance. This role is located at our East Chicago, IN plant and reports to the Maintenance Manager.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure the efficient functioning of equipment and machinery.
  • Oversee preventive maintenance programs and address any reactive maintenance needs promptly.


  • Maintain a strong field presence, actively engaging with maintenance teams to understand the evolving needs and challenges.
  • Collaborate with teams to evolve and optimize maintenance tasks based on changing operational requirements.
  • Implement a comprehensive system for tracking tasks completion, ensuring all maintenance activities align with established schedules.
  • Utilize SAP to manage and streamline maintenance workflows along with accurate data entry and reporting.
  • Foster positive working relationships with union members, addressing concerns proactively.
  • Exhibit strong communication skills to provide clear and concise instructions to maintenance teams.
  • Lead by example, promoting a positive work culture and motivating teams to achieve maintenance objectives.
  • Maintain accurate records of completed maintenance tasks, ensuring documentation aligns with organizational standards.
  • Generate regular reports on tasks completion and field observations.


Physical Requirements and Environment
  • Ability to work in a high hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.
  • Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.
  • Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator


Required Qualifications

  • 3+ years of chemical manufacturing experience in a maintenance supervisory position
  • Proven experience and knowledge of SAP and maintenance management systems.
  • Proven experience in union environments and collective bargaining agreements.
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities and a proactive approach to problem-solving.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Associates degree in a relevant field
  • Proven computer skills.


Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and Disability

Grace Wellness Program

Flexible Workplace

Retirement Plans

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Company Donation Match Program

U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)

About W. R. Grace

W. R. Grace is a global specialty chemical company that produces and sells catalysts and silica-based materials. The company operates in two segments: Grace Catalysts Technologies and Grace Materials Technologies. Grace Catalysts Technologies provides catalysts and related products and technologies used in refining, petrochemical and other chemical manufacturing applications. Grace Materials Technologies provides specialty materials, including silica-based and silica-alumina-based materials, used in coatings, consumer, industrial, and pharmaceutical applications. The company was founded in 1854 and is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland.
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