Maintenance Supervisor

Company: Active Minerals International
Location: Aiken
Posted on: March 21, 2023

Job Description:

A ctive Minerals International is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to perform these key functions in our Aiken SC kaolin clay processing location. AMI offers an excellent total compensation package which includes: Medical/Prescription & Dental/Vision 401k Plan with 6% Employer Match 3 weeks Paid Time Off / 5 weeks Paid Time off at 5 years 10 paid holidays / 3 additonal floating holidays Short & long-term disability, at no cost Group term life, at no cost Active Minerals International (AMI) is a worldwide leader in specialty industrial minerals. The company specializes in the production and marketing of high purity kaolin and gel quality attapulgite clay minerals for fiberglass, concrete, plaster, paints, rubber and agriculture industries. Position Summary: This position coordinates and assures that all plant equipment is maintained in good operating condition in order to meet the product demand of customers. This position will plan to minimize unplanned downtime and maximize equipment availability. This position is responsible for maintaining safety and health protection parts, devices and equipment for the operations to provide a safe and healthy working environment for all employees. Essential Functions: Maintain plant in a safe and productive state to ensure the health and safety of all employees and in order to achieve maximum productivity. Supervise a staff of 3-5 employees and various contractors. Responsible for ensuring preventative maintenance programs for machines are being followed. Contribute to creation of an annual maintenance budget for the plant. Plan the maintenance schedule to maximize production capability and equipment availability. Maintain records showing compliance with all federal, state, and local safety, environmental, and tax requirements. Assist maintenance planner in ordering parts and equipment required to minimize downtime and maximize productivity, while maintaining the planned maintenance budget. Maintain maintenance costs at no greater than 2% above the planned maintenance budget, as a cost per ton. Negotiate and plan contracts, when necessary, to maintain or rebuild equipment or facilities to meet production requirements. Determine and plan capital requirements to maintain or increase plant production capability or improve safety and health as required to meet present and future demand and as approved within financial objectives. Job Requirements and Skill Sets: Minimum of high school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree in a related field or equivalent experience preferred. Minimum of two years of related experience in electrical, mechanical, and/or construction management is required. Excellent communication and leadership skills. Experience dealing with vendors and contractors. General working knowledge of MSHA safety requirements. Excellent computer skills required; proficiency with Microsoft Office applications a plus. Respirator Fit Test is required at hire; no facial hair can interfere with the seal of the respirator at pre-hire and annual fit test screening Working Conditions/Environment: Work is performed in a production environment. Position requires lifting, pulling, pushing and carrying up to 55 lbs. on a regular basis. Able to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop and climb up to 70 feet. Able to operate hand and foot controls simultaneously. Manual dexterity required for operation of hand controls and/or computer keyboard. Good vision and hearing are also required. "Active Minerals International is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, religion, disability, marital status, national origin, race, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status." Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 3 - 5 years Bonus/Commission: No

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