The Maintenance Supervisor reports to the Maintenance Manager. This person supervises maintenance personnel in their daily jobs and oversees small construction and engineering projects. The supervisor is expected to coordinate with Production Supervisors, Maintenance Planners, and other plant personnel to maximize equipment availability. The Maintenance Supervisor is expected to be capable of supervising all areas of the plant as required to cover for other maintenance supervisors.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Instruct all maintenance department personnel in safe work practices on the job
Instruct personnel in the correct ways to inspect, repair & install equipment
Conduct MSHA and plant safety training for all personnel
Inspection of plant equipment & recommendations for repair, replacement or upgrade
Work with Plant Engineer on all aspects of changes, upgrades, or additions
Support Plant Engineer with people and/or equipment to perform work needed
Must be able to take or help take measurements in the field on equipment above or below ground
Coordinate with electrical supervisor and electrical personnel
Coordinate with instrument supervisor and instrument personnel
Work with Assistant Plant Manager & Supervisors in the plant to solve problems with equipment or process
Assist in improvement of vibration analysis program for major equipment components
Cost-effective use of contractors, spares, and materials.
Supervise call outs when needed
Work with storeroom supervisor and maintenance planners to ensure necessary parts are ordered and onsite as required for outages and projects
Analyze equipment breakdown to determine the root cause of failure
Other projects or assignments as directed by the Maintenance Manager
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Related college degree preferred or equivalent years' experience in the mining industry
Six (6) years experience in cement or related industry preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Must be able to exercise independent judgment
Knowledgeable of MSHA standards and requirements preferred
Possess excellent verbal communication skills
Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems
Ability to work with little or no supervision
Must be a team player
Task and project-oriented
Ability to work with all levels of management
Ability to read, write, and verbally communicate in the English language
Ability to read and understand equipment manuals, policy manuals, and required government regulations
Knowledge of hazards associated with areas of responsibility
Must have good communications skills using a two-way radio
Must keep safety above all else
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Lift up to 30 pounds
Visual acuity, speech & hearing, hand & eye coordination
Walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, twisting, balancing, repetitive motion, driving, and squatting to perform the essential functions of this production labor position
Must use proper Personal Protective Equipment as required
Must be able to climb stairs and ladders
Must have good hand/eye coordination and vision to operate equipment safely
Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions
Pass required physical examination and drug screens
WORKING CONDITIONS
Works in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, ice, rain, and high humidity, and is required to work in all plant environments. The incumbent will be exposed to vibrating equipment and mechanical and electrical hazards and heights..May have exposure to dust, cement, clay, gypsum, sand, diesel exhaust, lubricants, solvents, various fuels, etc. (See MSDSs)
DISCLAIMER
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.