Maintenance Manager in Lincoln

COMPANY OVERVIEW: Balchem Corporation develops, manufactures, and markets specialty ingredients that improve and enhance the health and well-being of life on the planet, providing state-of-the-art solutions and the finest quality products for a range of industries worldwide. Our corporate headquarters is located in Montvale, New Jersey and we have a broad network of sales offices, manufacturing sites, and R&D centers, primarily located in the US and Europe. Founded in 1967, Balchem is a publicly traded company (NASDAQ – “BCPC”) with annual revenues over $900 million and a market cap exceeding $4.0 billion. The company consists of three business segments: Human Nutrition & Health; Animal Nutrition & Health; and Specialty Products. Balchem employs over 1,400 people worldwide who are engaged in diverse activities, committed to developing the company into global market leadership positions.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Maintenance Manager is responsible for providing the leadership, guidance, support and direction for the maintenance staff. This position provides management and coordination of the maintenance activities associated with all plant electrical control and mechanical systems, which are associated with plant utility, production operations, equipment and processing. The position will provide technical assistance and training for the maintenance staff and will actively interface with the Engineering and Plant Operations managers. The Maintenance Manager will advise and work with Operations management to resolve critical control and processing capability issues. A thorough knowledge of processing, plant mechanical and automation is expected to successfully manage this position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Strong leadership skills are required. The individual should be self-directed with minimal supervision required.
• Responsible for effective employee management duties including manpower utilization, timelines, scheduling and conflict resolution and able to communicate effectively with the maintenance staff.
• Able to evaluate the performance and abilities of the maintenance staff, set realistic employee objectives, and provide the support necessary to reach these goals in accordance with the company's needs and directives.
• Convey pertinent status information regarding work orders, repairs and maintenance activities to Operations Plant Manager.
• Utilize and continuously upgrade Preventive Maintenance program utilizing our FIXX software for proper documentation and procedural requirements.
• This will include establishing equipment requirements, manpower, and time intervals to generate schedules for equipment overhauls, major inspections, etc.
• Utilize the MP2 Maintenance Software to report and analyze labor efficiency, equipment deficiencies, and to establish required inventory levels of spare and repair parts.
• Manage all equipment changes/installations to ensure timely and in-budget completion of all projects.
• Provide technical training and support for all plant employees involving electrical, control and automation.
• Adopt a formal approach to engineering matters and use 'Critical Path Analysis' for planning and implementing projects both internally and with outside contractors.
• Responsible to develop SCADA, MMI, historical trending and database transfer applications controlling plant processes or equipment.
• Oversee the purchasing of spare and repair parts from OEM’s and other vendors utilizing ERP system (Microsoft D-365) to create purchase orders.
• Required to have a working fluent knowledge to use software packages on a personal computer i.e.: Excel, Word, NT 4.0, Access, Project Manager, Rockwell RS software and Auto Cad 14, 15.
• Manage all electrical control changes/installations utilizing up to date Project Management techniques to ensure timely and in-budget completion of all projects.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge and understanding of all process and mechanical systems.
• Keep accurate and up to date records of all electrical, PLC programs and control systems to ensure operational efficiency and minimal downtime.
• Utilize the services of equipment and system suppliers to maximize operational efficiency at all Balchem locations.
• Collaborate with facility management to define technical needs and capital improvement requirements, recommend capital projects and assist in the execution and startup of projects, responsible for operational performance of new installations, product scale ups.
• Develop, maintain, and implement local engineering practices, standards, and management systems in accordance with Process Safety Management to include Process Safety Information, Management of Change, and Mechanical Integrity programs.
• Support all new product introductions and trials; assist in the development of new products and processes.
• Attend seminars and courses when needed to maintain up to date knowledge.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in plant system engineering is crucial to successfully managing this position.
• A minimum of eight years system integration, electrical, drafting, automation or mechanical experience and/or an applicable engineering degree plus five years work experience is necessary for this job.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Required to have attended Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) training and follow all mandates.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty independently and satisfactorily.
• Performance will be evaluated on a quarterly basis. Failure to complete duties correctly and on time will result in dismissal from this position.
• Good communication, written and time management skills are essential to effectively manage this position.
• Common sense, plant GMPs, and safety rules and guidelines must be followed to maintain a safe and suitable work environment for food processing facilities.

Balchem is committed to a workplace culture that values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equal employment opportunities, and a work environment free of harassment and hostility.