Maintenance Manager

The Company US Wire Group is the parent of three independent companies (five manufacturing facilities) which produce steel wire and cable/wire related products that serve many industries.

The independent business model fosters entrepreneurship and growth and allows professional development at all levels.

US Wire Group is part of the Metals Processing Group and wholly owned by The Heico Companies, LLC.

Our philosophy of developing a close customer contact to provide prompt, responsive service and to meet our customer’s changing needs allows us to be leaders within our respective industries.

Products are marketed domestically through a direct sales force, manufacturer’s representatives and an established network of independent distributors.

Our company is diverse and has a solid management base, product/market niches and efficient manufacturing capabilities.

The Position This position directly supervises and coordinates employees in the Maintenance Department who are generally engaged in setting up, installing, repairing, and maintaining machinery and equipment, and in fabricating metal parts and tools.

This position is also responsible for carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Job Description Primary Responsibilities Directs workers in electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment.

Assists workers in diagnosing malfunctions in machinery and equipment.

Directs workers engaged in dismantling, assembling, and installing industrial machinery.

Assist the Purchasing Department in development, requisition and storage of spare parts.

Studies production schedules and estimates worker hour requirements for completion of mechanical and electrical job assignment.

Interprets company policies to workers and enforces safety regulations.

Interprets specifications, blueprints, and job orders to workers, and assigns duties.

Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.

Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.

Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew.

Analyzes and resolves work problems and/or assists workers in solving work problems.

Initiates or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.

Preparation of maintenance budget for all departments including major expense planning, emergency and routine maintenance, preventive maintenance and machine lubrication, to ensure achievement of budget goals through regular review and reporting.

Assists in planning, execution and installation of new capital projects Occasionally performs repairs, installations, fabrication, and maintenance on machinery and equipment.

Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similarly related field plus four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

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