Supervisor, Production and Maintenance

Messer Americas

$84K — $113K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical discipline preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years of industrial, plant operations, or maintenance experience required.
  • Ability to physically perform tasks involving climbing, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
  • Valid driver's license with a good driving record is necessary.
  • Proficient with personal computers, including word processing and spreadsheet software.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.
  • Knowledge of safety regulatory standards and project management aptitude are advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Zone Manager in executing operational duties to meet performance indicators.
  • Manage site compliance regarding safety and regulatory standards.
  • Oversee maintenance activities and contractor management to ensure plant reliability.
  • Execute production plans and manage inventory at the facility.
  • Handle payroll, hiring, and training of operational staff to foster employee development.
  • Act as liaison for customer relationship management and operational issues.
  • Support budget planning and cost control efforts alongside the Area Manager.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay and benefits package offered.
  • Set schedules and steady work environment.
  • Opportunities for ongoing training and career advancement.
  • Company values innovation, efficiency, and flexibility.
  • Commitment to safety, integrity, and respect in the workplace.
Full Job Description
Purpose:

  • Assist the Zone Manager with the execution of principle operational responsibilities to meet or exceed key performance indicators at the production Facility.
  • Support the liaison between the plant, Messer account management and the customer.


What you'll do:

Safety and Regulatory

  • Manage site compliance to management systems; Serve as Safety, Health, Environmental and Emergency Coordinator, QC Designee, Document Manager, and Corrective and Preventative Action administrator.
  • Ensure all changes to equipment or procedures follow EMOC procedure.
  • Ensure the HWP process, Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) and energy isolation procedures are adhered to by all employees and contractors.
  • Manage all waste streams leaving site(s) to comply with government regulation and the requirements of Teck Metals.
  • Manage storage of all hazardous materials at site(s) in accordance with government regulations.
  • Host internal and external audits: utilize Intelex (Company HSE Management System) to execute, document all corrective actions issued to the site from Audits and Incidents review (when applicable).
  • Maintain site security and orderliness.


Reliability

  • Planning and execution of major and minor plant maintenance activities including management and oversight of contractors.
  • Ensure all equipment condition monitoring parameters are reviewed and within limits.
  • Ensure spare parts are available and inventories are accurate.
  • Oversee planned and unplanned maintenance activities.
  • Provide turnaround scopes to scheduling, sales, reliability group etc. as required.
  • Maintain current the Site Contingency Plan information.
  • Maintain a Shutdown and Turnaround work list and schedule.
  • Manage the efficient use of downtime.


Process Operation and Efficiency

  • Responsible for reliable plant operations
  • Execute the production plan - interface with the ROC (where applicable) and the national scheduling center (NSC) (where applicable).
  • Inventory management of bulk liquid storage and backup units at the site(s).
  • Ensure work instructions are adhered to.
  • Act as process expert and know when to escalate problems to Area, Regional or Central levels.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate standards and best operating practices.
  • Work effectively with organization support groups to improve reliability and costs.


Administrative and Managerial (Staff)

  • Manage payroll and personnel issues.
  • Assist with hiring operational staff for the facility.
  • Manage employee training and growth through computerized training programs and performance management process.
  • Manage change, encourage capability, motivate staff, development and foster teamwork within the plant.
  • Ensure all employees, contractors and visitors are appropriately trained.
  • Timely and accurate entry of information required to invoice the customer.
  • Accept On-call duty as required.


Administrative and Managerial (Customer)

  • Follow all Quality Control requirements to ensure a quality product is delivered to Messer's customers. Meet regulatory requirements (where applicable).
  • Assist Area Manager with managing customers relationship; Act as point of contact for day-to-day operational issues with customers (customer liaison - including tonnage invoicing data collection).
  • Promote customer focus amongst staff.
  • Manage customer reporting process (if applicable).
  • Provide technical support to commercial account representatives.


Administrative and Managerial (Fiscal)

  • Assist Area Manager with planning budget(s) and controlling variable costs.
  • Perform benefit analysis for decisions.
  • Meet or exceed performance indicators.
  • Oversee and facilitate key maintenance activities through Messer (SAP) and required customer interfaces including:
    • Work orders
    • Parts procurement
    • Inventory process


What it takes:

Required Education

  • Bachelor's degree Preferred - Discipline:Engineering or Technical College Degree or equivalent formal education and certification related to a technical discipline.


Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 Years (Bachelor's Degree) - Type:industrial/plant operations/maintenance experience


Other Qualifications

  • Physically able to perform all duties required which may involve among other things, bending,
    stooping, kneeling, climbing ladders, and lifting and carrying loads of up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to climb to heights 200 ft above grade and work effectively.
  • Reside within a reasonable distance of plant.
  • Valid driver's license with good record.
  • Math - basic algebra, fractions/percentages, unit conversion
  • Personal computer proficiency (Internet, word processing, spreadsheets), and other software used by the company.
  • Knowledge of Messer Management Processes.
  • Strong organizational ability.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal abilities to support mentoring/coaching activities.
  • Aptitude for Project management/Change management.
  • Capacity for Crisis Management skills - damage control, tradeoffs, etc.
  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Familiarity with relevant Occupational Health and Safety regulatory standards.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude.
  • Ability to interpret engineering and electrical drawings to include P&IDs and One Line Diagrams.


Join us and you will be part of a company that values and supports your career. We offer competitive pay and benefits, with set schedules, steady workand opportunities for ongoing training and career progression.

Together we value innovation, efficiency, and flexibility. Putting safety first, working with integrity and respect, we encourage everyone to find solutions for success. That means for our customers and for our colleagues. This makes us a great place to builda career where your skills are valued and developed.



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