Maintenance and Engineering Manager

Company Overview

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Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to life.

Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose.

Serving over 13,000 customers, Vibrantz’s technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products.

Our key competencies in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology enable product benefits we all know and value, like more durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof tiles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and eco-friendly paints.

Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has 65 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents, and we employ 5,000 individuals.

We are building a strong, shared culture that is rooted strongly in our six core values that focus on safety, our people, customers, excellence in all we do, environmental stewardship and integrity, ethics, and trust.

And we are intent upon fostering a workplace that engages not only employees’ heads and hands and - uniquely - their hearts.

Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and / or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA.

American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai.

For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american-securities.com.

Job Function :

Reporting into the Plant Manager, the Maintenance and Engineering Manager will be based out of Baltimore, MD and will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the facility by overseeing all aspects of maintenance and engineering activities.

They will lead a team of engineers, maintenance technicians, electricians and installation technicians as well as driving a culture of safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Your responsibilities will include ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards, optimizing equipment performance, and developing and implementing engineering and maintenance strategies to enhance the longevity of our site's assets.

Responsibilities

Safety and Compliance : Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols and environmental regulations, fostering a culture of safety awareness among maintenance personnel.

Conduct regular inspections to identify potential hazards and address them proactively.

Maintenance & Engineering Leadership : Provide strong leadership to the engineering and maintenance team, setting clear expectations, and fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

Assign tasks, outline priorities, and provide guidance as needed to ensure timely completion of engineering and maintenance activities.

Continuous Improvement : Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and reduce maintenance costs.

Develop and implement innovative maintenance practices, technologies, and systems to enhance overall operational efficiency.

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) : Develop, review, and revise Standard Operating Procedures for maintenance activities to ensure consistency, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.

Regularly communicate updates and changes to relevant stakeholders.

Training and Development : Provide comprehensive training programs for maintenance personnel to ensure proficiency in maintenance procedures, equipment operation, and safety protocols.

Collaborate with HR and training departments to develop customized training modules based on identified needs.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting : Establish KPIs and performance metrics to monitor the effectiveness of maintenance activities.

Analyze data and generate regular reports to track progress, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to optimize maintenance processes.

Budget Management : Collaborate with the finance department to develop and manage the maintenance budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and cost-effective maintenance solutions.

Identify opportunities for cost savings and implement strategies to achieve budgetary targets.

Union Relations : Foster positive working relationships with union representatives and ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements.

Address any employee concerns or grievances in a timely and constructive manner, seeking to resolve issues through open communication and collaboration.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or science related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in engineering / maintenance department supervision, preferably in a chemical manufacturing or industrial setting.
• 5+ years of maintenance and / or reliability experience with industrial equipment and / or manufacturing systems.
• Familiarity with unionized work environments and collective bargaining agreements.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations, environmental standards, and maintenance best practices.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members.
• Proficiency in developing and implementing maintenance strategies, SOPs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Solid understanding of budget management principles and experience in managing maintenance budgets.

Location

Baltimore, MD

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