Maintenance Supervisor

Ash Grove family of companies is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers.

At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

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• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Pay
• Life Insurance
• Growth Opportunities and more!

The Maintenance Supervisor schedules, coordinates, and supervises the maintenance crew, preventive/predictive maintenance, and mechanical repair activities.

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Provides technical assistance in the safe use of tools and equipment, training new and current employees on proper procedures, techniques, and safety precautions.
• Schedules and coordinates daily preventive/predictive maintenance and mechanical repair activities and projects.
• Inspects job sites before beginning maintenance projects to identify hazards and ensure a safe work environment.
• Operates the computerized preventive maintenance and repairs system to prepare work orders, document work activities, and maintain all records.
• Assesses and gives performance feedback to the maintenance crew.
• Maintains records of attendance and paid time off.
• Analyzes and writes job procedures for new jobs and modifies procedures for existing jobs
• Estimates time and parts required to complete projects and repairs.
• Collaborates with Purchasing Agent to ensure adequate supplies are ordered or in stock for projects.
• Assists in contacting vendors and obtaining contractors regarding maintenance needs
• Attends and regularly conducts safety meetings and inspections to ensure compliance with safety requirements.
• Coordinates and supervises the work of contractors for specified maintenance activities
• Assists in preparing the budget for capital expenditures planned for maintenance projects and repairs
• Participates in the monthly conference calls with Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP).
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required
• 2 Year / Associate's Degree in a technical field or in a related area.
• A combination of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a diploma/degree
• Minimum 3 years of experience in supervisory or maintenance experience in engineering, or facility management in a similar position in a related industry.
• Knowledge of maintenance and repair required for plant equipment and structures
• Ability to use independent judgment
• Ability to make decisions, plan, organize, and problem solve
• Ability to operate a personal computer
• Ability to read and understand equipment manuals, mechanical drawings, and blueprints
• Aptitude for learning new computer software
• Knowledge of all equipment and machinery used in the plant and how each of them functions
• Knowledge of government regulations, such as EPA regulations and MSHA, as they apply to maintenance projects and repair activities
• Working knowledge of steel specifications, welding, conveyors, AC/DC motors, fans, hydraulic systems, fabrication, cutting torch basics, soldering, lubricants, carpentry, millwright work, mechanics, plumbing, electrical distribution systems, machine shop equipment and procedures, painting, torques, wrenches, etc

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The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands,…