Maintenance Manager - Control Devices LLC

Position: Maintenance Manager

Reporting Line: VP Operations

Department: Operations

Facility: Gilmore, Lumpkin Rd.

Location: Houston, TX

FLSA Status: Exempt

Company Overview

Gilmore, a Control Devices company, specializes in the delivery of severe service flow control solutions across multiple energy markets. Gilmore's headquarters and manufacturing facility are in Houston, Texas USA with an established distribution partner network that supports global regional markets.

Our people are fundamental to the success of our organization and remain at the heart of our achievements. At Gilmore, we aim to develop our business around a valued and motivated workforce that encourages personal development and allows our people to flourish and realize their fullest potential.

Role Synopsis

The Maintenance Manager is a senior level role within the Operations organization. This is a manager role, with direct reports. This role requires prior experience that is transferable to Gilmore. This role will set tactical goals for direct reports and will support strategic goals set by the VP of Operations and the Executive Leadership Team (ELT).

A Maintenance Manager is expected to possess all skills necessary to safely maintain facilities, grounds, equipment and machinery. This includes managing all facilities utilities and support services.

Essential Duties & responsibilities (includes, but not limited to the following)

• "Hands-on" and actively participates in maintenance mechanic activities to ensure goals are met for the company and department.
• Utilizes independent judgment to determine ways to maximize production potential.
• Interface closely with other departments to ensure projects involving Maintenance are defined accurately and executed effectively.
• Schedules and coordinates work orders for corrective actions, projects, preventive maintenance and contractors.
• Carries out responsibilities and balances priorities to meet company objectives and comply with company policies on Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.
• Manage work schedules and directly supervise maintenance technicians.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, and training maintenance employees; coach employees to improve their performance.
• Maintains and repairs maintenance shop equipment.
• Establishes and maintains a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) for tracking work orders, spare parts, and maintenance history of plant equipment.
• Prepares reports, analyzes data, and makes recommendations for improving plant operations and solving maintenance-related problems.
• Monitors operation of plant equipment and systems.
• Reviews the operation of plant equipment and systems constantly, to minimize unplanned downtime, anticipate solve problems in a timely manner, and to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Initiates and carries out projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs.
• Tracks, analyzes and improves key maintenance parameters such as asset utilization, maintenance cost, PM compliance, schedule compliance, etc.
• Ensures city, county, state, and federal regulations relating to the maintenance department are met at all times.
• Implements programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness.
• Assists with planning and implementing plant improvements and expansions.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned and appropriate.

Compliance Requirements

Gilmore has a Business Ethics Policy (the "Policy") which provides guidance to employees in day-to-day roles, as well as helping the employee and the business comply with the law at all times. The incumbent must read, understand, and comply with, at all times, the Policy along with all other corresponding policies, procedures and directives.

QHSE Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a personal commitment to Quality, Health, Safety and the Environment
• Apply Gilmore, and where appropriate Client Company's, Quality, Health, Safety & Environment Policies and Safety Management Systems
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, and lead by example to ensure company goals are achieved and exceeded

Education

Essential

• Associate degree from two-year college in a related field or certificate or diploma from a trade school in related field and five years' experience in the maintenance and/or operation of a manufacturing facility or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

Essential

• Five plus years hydraulic, electrical and/or pneumatic maintenance mechanic experience.
• Valid driver's license in good standing.
• Industrial Manufacturing / Assembly line experience.
• Must have expertise and proficiency with basic office computer software, e.g., word processing, email, and spreadsheets.

Preferred

• Previous supervisory experience.
• Mechanic experience with CNC machines.
• Mechanic experience with Lathe machinery (auto or manual).
• Certification in Hydraulics, Electrics or a related field is desired.
• Lean manufacturing methodology experience.

Physical Demands

• Physical Dexterity required; ability to ascend/descend ladders; ability to stand, walk, bend, sit, lift, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, pull, and move objects for 8 to 12 hours per day.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Speak/hear and use specific vision abilities such as close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Capability of properly using standard office equipment including a computer with a keyboard.
• Ability to wear and utilize Personal Protective Safety Equipment (PPE). Required equipment includes steel toed shoes, safety glasses/goggles. Additional PPE may be required, e.g., safety harnesses, Fire Retardant Clothing (FRC), hard hats, or other as assigned.
• May require occasional local travel to visit clients and project sites.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment with frequently changing priorities is required

Work Environment

• Work will mostly be performed indoors in a controlled environment.
• Some exposure to the manufacturing and shop areas with exposure to unusual elements, such as dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises

All offers of employment at Gilmore, a Control Devices, LLC company, are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen.