Maintenance Manager

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Major Responsibilities

• Ensures that product equipment is operational, serviced regularly, and maintain to minimize downtime.
• Redesigns, repairs, or replaces in-process production equipment, production control hardware, and tooling in response to requests.
• Oversees installation/removal of equipment, working closely with Engineering, Production, OPEX and Supply Chain to help design facility layouts and systems that are progressive and are optimized for efficiency and cash conversion.
• Prepares annual capital budget in conjunction with Operations Team.
• Deals with outside contractors for servicing/repair of production or facility equipment, including, but not limited to, HVAC, electrical/power, landscaping, custodial, security, general contractors, and facility ownership/management companies.
• Actively participates in Continuous Improvement and 5S activities.
• Selects, coaches and develops staff. Sets clear expectations to inspire and motivate the team. Manages performance-- recognizing achievement, providing feedback and administering progressive discipline when necessary.
• Act as SAP Super User within functional area as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelors’ Degree preferably Civil, Electrical, Mechanical or Safety Engineering or Building Construction) OR equivalent education and work experience;

Work Experience

• 8 years’ experience working and supporting a lean manufacturing environment.
• Experience in collaborating with multiple sites and functions to drive common solutions;

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to different Generac locations depending on business needs
• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations;
• Demonstrated project management experience
• Demonstrated experience performing under pressure with numerous interruptions and distractions;
• Ability to remain focused in a high pace environment; and work on multiple projects throughout Generac facilities
• Ability to work inside, outside, confined areas, extreme heat, extreme cold, with noise, with vibration, high places, fumes/odors, and in dirt/dust;

Preferred Job Requirements
Education

• Bachelor's Degree

Work Experience

• Previous experience with budget preparation and administration

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication competencies;
• Strong prioritization skills;
• Familiarity of safeguarding procedures and protocols;
• Familiarity with principles and practices of budget preparation and administration
• World class manufacturing (Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and 5S) experience;
• Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP

Generac is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.  The salary range for this role based in Belvidere, IL is $99,500 - $149,200 USD.  This compensation will ultimately be in line with the location in which the position is filled.  Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications and geographic location.  This role is eligible for variable compensation including short-term and long-term incentives.  

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, crouch, bend, and reach above shoulder level. The employee is frequently required to use their hands to manipulate objects, tools, or controls and to talk and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance, at waist height and up to 10 feet away. The job requires close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

The employee works in a manufacturing environment with seasonal temperature variations and occasional exposure to manufacturing fumes or by-products. The employee must follow the assigned location’s personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. These may include safety glasses, hearing protection, and task-appropriate gloves, clothing, and shields, as well as closed-toe or safety shoes as specified by facility policy.T

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”