Maintenance Manager at PQ

Joliet, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Budgeting, Maintenance Scheduling, Contractor Management, Troubleshooting, Continuous Improvement, Asset Management, Safety Compliance, Leadership, Organizational Skills, Accounting, Project Management, Mechanical Aptitude, Teamwork, P&IDs, Process Equipment Knowledge

Industry

Chemical Manufacturing

Description

Company Description PQ is a leading global provider of silicates, silicas and derivative products. PQ's products are used in a wide variety of industrial processes and many customer products, from decorative paints to green cement, from clean drinking water to green tires and from toothpaste to biofuels and beer. Job Description Essential Duties & Responsibilities Promotes and Demonstrates the Joliet Operating Philosophy of Safety/Health (including PQP), Environmental/Regulatory Compliance, Customer/Quality Commitment and Productivity, Cost Control and Asset Management within and environment of Continuous Improvement and Respect/Caring for all Personnel. Will direct activities in the plant in the absence of the plant or unit manager in terms of schedules, planning, work issuance, etc. Manages fixed cost Repair and Maintenance budgets Actively supports site JHSC (Joint, Health and Safety Committee) through participation, support and promotion. Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations and requirements. Ensures compliance with company policies. Communicates all issues, problems or concerns of the plant to unit managers and/or plant managers of the site. Encourages and implements a teamwork environment. Will lead by example, wearing all required PPE and following all procedures and accepted practices Interacts with Plant Manager on plant maintenance scheduling and activities. Manages contractors working on site. Provides diagnostic and troubleshooting support for maintenance and operations. Interacts with all plant personnel to help develop and execute continuous improvement ideas and projects through the 7 step process. Aligns Plant Maintenance system with Corporate RBAM (Reliability Based Asset Management System) goals and objectives. Spends time on the shop floor with maintenance and operations personnel during troubleshooting, improvement activities, and supervision Monitors and maintains integrity of assets and protective systems Performs special projects or other duties as directed. Qualifications Minimum Requirement: High School Diploma or GED. Preferred education: Technical (STEM) degree or trade school and equivalent experience 7+ years of experience in a chemical/manufacturing environment Experience with project and maintenance budgeting Experience includes development of PFD’s, P&ID’s, equipment layouts, and equipment lists Should have familiarity with a variety of equipment in the processing industry, including pumps, heat exchangers, reactors, filtration, flow measurement, conveyors, mills, and bulk solid/powder material transfer equipment. Demonstrated leadership skills. Strong organizational skills Must be knowledgeable in basic accounting & budgeting fundamentals. Basic working knowledge of chemical process unit operations. Computer skills: Word, Project, PowerPoint Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Mechanical aptitude Ability to develop strong working relationships with the plant personnel and contractors Capacity to organize projects Familiarity with OSHA regulations desirable. Additional Information EHS Responsibilities Communicates, promotes and personally demonstrates Safety/Health (including PQP Principles) as #1 priority Participation in risk assessment audits as applicable Understand PQ Principles (PQP) and how they are implemented in the site organization, rules and procedures Completes HSE training requirements identified for the job in a timely manner PQ is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. Click on the link to read Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal (eeoc.gov). For more information, please review the link Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov).

Responsibilities

This role involves directing plant activities in the manager's absence, managing fixed cost Repair and Maintenance budgets, and ensuring compliance with all environmental, health, and safety regulations. The manager will also interact with plant personnel to develop and execute continuous improvement projects and align maintenance systems with corporate goals.