Mechanical Foreman

Job Title: Maintenance Foreman

Job Location: DeQuincy, LA

Position: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor

Manages:

Co-Manages Maintenance worker/Helper

Job Overview:

The Maintenance Foreman is responsible for assisting the Maintenance Supervisor in the day-to-day maintenance, preventive maintenance, repairs and new installation of the plant.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Help maintain a preventive maintenance program that ensure equipment is properly maintained.* Manage the day-to-day repair side of maintenance with minimal oversight.* Maintaining a safe and clean work environment* Oversee and develop maintenance employees by providing support, direction and training in order for them to be effective and proficient.* Assist in ensure all regulatory (Federal, State, and local) requirements are understood and implemented.* Assist in maintaining profitability by minimizing costs and maximizing productivity* Have a working understanding of all plant equipment and processes.* Assist in ensuring that all company policies and procedures that are relevant to the plant are implemented and in compliance.* Assist in ensuring the plant has adequate infrastructure and resources needed to operate effectively and provide a quality product to our customers.* Help Oversee and manage hired contractors and capital improvement projects.*

Preferred Experience/skills:

Manufacturing and Production professional with at least 10 years of Plant experience preferably in the Carbon and Graphite industry.* Maturity and leadership presence which exudes confidence and motivates employees.* High school graduate level education required.* Well organized, precise with ability to build teams, collaborate and build consensus.* Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and the ability to institute lean manufacturing principles.* Excellent professional written and oral interpersonal communication skills.* Empathic with the ability to relate and establish report at all levels.* Emotionally and Socially Intelligent.* No non-compete which will interfere with joining Asbury.* Analytic and decisive decision maker with the ability to prioritize and communicate key objectives and tactics necessary to achieve plant manufacturing goals.* Passion, humility, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven and self-directed.*

Working conditions

Must be available during non-work hours, as needed, including evening, weekends and holidays. Must be willing to work up to 12 hrs. Per day or more when required. Must be able to tolerate cold, heat, dirt and other environmental factors.

Physical requirements

Must be able to tolerate prolonged standing and walking. Required to lift up to 50lbs. Ability to climb ladders and stairways.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

Full time. Regular schedule – 5 days per week Monday through Friday – 8 to 10 per day. On call 24hrs per day. Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, 401K, cash balance, pension plan & anniversary bonus.

Key Core Competencies:

· Analytical Thinking. Has the ability to apply logic to solve problems and to get the job done.

· Computer Competency. As the name suggests, computer competency refers to your skills in operating a computer and the applications needed in your work.

· Conflict Resolution. Works to resolve all sorts of differences, especially among employees in order to maintain a good working relationship.

· Evaluation. This shows your ability to evaluate according to standard methodologies and policies.

· Flexibility. This shows your ability to adapt to whatever changes that happen in a company without losing focus on your goals. This also includes your ability to apply your knowledge to your new circumstances.

· Ethics. Has personal and professional ethics and fosters a diverse and respectful workplace.

· Interpersonal Awareness. The ability to have and show empathy to others. Listens well and responds in a non-threatening way.

· Personal Credibility. Takes responsibility for actions and shows that one is reliable and trustworthy. Is honest and does his or her fair share.

· Problem Solving. Solves problems while ensuring rules and directives are followed.

· Thoroughness. Sees to it that one's own and others' work is accurate and complete. Works with diligence and care and ensures all commitments are fulfilled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

Schedule:

Work Location: In person