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POSITION SPECIFICATION
The Kloete Group, Inc
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POSITION TITLE: Assistant Maintenance and Reliability Manager
COMPANY: ATALCO Gramercy Operations
REPORTING TO: Maintenance and Reliability Manager
LOCATION: Gramercy, LA
The Atlantic Alumina Company, LLC is the leading producer of Alumina in the United States. Our Gramercy refinery produces 1.2 million tons a year of smelter-grade alumina (SGA) for the production of aluminum and chemical-grade alumina (CGA) which is used in a wide array of industrial applications.
Job Summary/Objective:
This role supports the planning and execution of all maintenance-related activities in the Gramercy plant.
This includes contractor and plant services, general repairs, equipment turnarounds, and reliability engineering activities. Driving operational excellence, developing and implementing strategies to increase equipment reliability and effectiveness, and enhancing our capabilities are critical outcomes for this role. The incumbent will be prepared to assume the Maintenance and Reliability Manager role within 3 to 5 years.
Scope and Responsibility:
Will be the number 2 position in the Maintenance & Reliability department which consists of 145 salaried and hourly employees. Hourly employees are represented by United Steel Workers.
Departmental budget ranges from $48M to $60M, annually.
Education/Training Requirements:
· 10 – 15 years of experience in a maintenance management role in a manufacturing environment.
· Experience working in an alumina refinery, a plus.
· Must understand the following predictive programs: vibration and oil analysis, thermography, and N.D.T. inspection of ASME pressure vessels.
· Knowledge of pipe fabrication and repair techniques.
· 3- 5 plus years of experience in managing plant turnarounds – working with operations, engineering, and maintenance as well as external contract resources.
Education
· A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited institution, or a combination of relevant work experience and education, is required. A graduate degree from an accredited institution in a relevant area is a plus.
Essential Functions
Develop and implement strategies that accelerate and improve current maintenance practices and processes to improve equipment performance, and reliability and lower repair costs.
Leverage company subject matter experience/experts to advance current maintenance and reliability efforts.
Develop and deliver comprehensive maintenance and reliability tactical training to maintenance resources.
Identify required equipment and process upgrades and effectively manage associated projects.
Represent the company's interest through interaction with outside shops when work is sent out for fabrication and/or repair.
Provide leadership in a Lean Manufacturing environment; consistently driving out waste.
Coordinate with cross-functional departments to ensure operational effectiveness and life cycle cost considerations.
Support Reliability Engineering department personnel with a commitment to their development through performance management, individualized development plans/opportunities, and visibility.
Coordinate planned maintenance and connectivity with craft workers in field positions. Regularly respond with advice to maintenance/equipment-related questions, ensure access to up-to-date maintenance/operating procedures, and facilitate strong team communication activities.
Supports the following predictive programs: vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, lubrication, root cause failure analysis, and N.D.E. programs.
Establish, maintain, and leverage value from a computerized maintenance management system (SAP) for tracking work orders, planned/predictive maintenance, spare parts inventory/sharing, and maintenance history of plant equipment on a facility-wide basis.
Analyze operational data and equipment performance history to deliver improvements in critical maintenance-related metrics including unplanned downtime, PM compliance, schedule compliance, and maintenance-related costs.
Provides leadership for troubleshooting and conducting root cause failure analysis.
Accountable for compliance with all company policies, including HSE and governmental requirements.
Model safe behavior; enforce safety rules; promote safety culture.
Support the proper planning and staffing for planned turnarounds, interfacing with HES, Engineering, Controls & Operations to ensure adequate participation.
Key Competencies
· Solid organizational skills
· Excellent problem-solving skills
· Ability to communicate effectively, and to direct and motivate others.
· Strong project management skills.
· Preventive Maintenance best practices.
· Lean manufacturing.
Work Environment
· Outside in a heavy manufacturing dirty environment.
· Subject to weather impact – heat, cold, rain, sleet.
Physical Demands
· Prolonged standing in the units.
· Prolonged sitting at a computer.
· Climbing ladders and steps.
Work Authorization
This role requires authorization to work in the United States.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
Depending on the skills, background, & experiences of the individual we hire, we are anticipating a competitive base salary + bonus potential (based on product group and company performance), all standard benefits including excellent full medical coverage, and exceptional retirement matching.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
If you are qualified and interested in being considered as a candidate for this great opportunity, please submit your resume (in WORD format), along with your most recent compensation information to:
rick@kloetegroup.com . In the subject line, please indicate Asst. Maintenance & Reliability Manager.