Assistant Maintenance Manager

Assistant Maintenance Manager - 2nd Shift

Unitex is currently seeking a full time, hands on Assistant Maintenance Manager to oversee a team of industrial mechanics and porters in our industrial laundry plant located in Lawrence, MA. The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $95,000. Actual compensation decisions are based on factors such as experience, seniority, location, and other permissible job-related factors. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k), and other company-sponsored benefits.

This highly visible position requires you to supervise all aspects of the maintenance department, including personnel, machinery repair, preventive maintenance systems, etc. This is not an office job - it is very hands on. Tremendous growth potential. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in all phases of industrial plant maintenance in a manufacturing environment and be ready to take full responsibility when the manager is occupied.

Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and steam systems a plus. This includes the cleanliness of building maintenance.

Schedule:

Tuesday - Saturday from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM Off Sunday and Monday

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Oversees 20 mechanics and 7 porters
• Maintains the preventive maintenance programs
• Aids the maintenance team in performing diagnostic troubleshooting
• Monitors quality of repairs
• Oversees building and physical plant repair issues
• Maintains porter schedule to maximize cleaning effectiveness of plant and machinery
• Adheres to safety programs

Required Skills:

• Experience with 480 volts - high voltage
• Minimum 5 years' experience repairing industrial processing equipment in an industrial environment or in the military
• Minimum 2 years' supervisory experience
• Knowledge of industrial equipment fundamentals including electrical wiring, electrical components, pneumonic systems, steam systems, water systems, hydraulics and building maintenance
• Ability to use basic hand tools properly and safely
• Experience responding in a time-sensitive environment with urgency
• Ability to obtain and maintain proper licensing needed to legally operate specific plant machines (boiler license, etc.)

Position reports to the Maintenance Manager. This is a very special opportunity for the right person to take charge and make a real difference in a solid, fast growing company.