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Ardagh Group

Global glass and metal packaging manufacturer

Maintenance Supervisor

Equipment MaintenancePosted on Nov 14
Full-timeChicago, IL, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree is required; a degree in Engineering is preferred.
  • At least three years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing facility is required.
  • Previous supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment is required; union experience is preferred.
  • Experience in high-speed manufacturing and programmable logic controller (PLC) controls is required.
  • Knowledge of electronics, mechanics, hydraulics, and total productive maintenance (TPM) systems is required.
  • Experience with Six Sigma, Lean, or other improvement philosophies is required.
  • Strong project management, planning, and organizational skills are required.
  • Strong oral communication and presentation skills are required.
  • Strong consensus-building and conflict-management skills are required.
  • Ability to work independently and with a cross-functional team is required.
  • Strong leadership skills and willingness to take on additional responsibility according to business needs are required.
  • Ability to prioritize the workday effectively is required.

Responsibilities

  • Direct hourly employees to plan and manage maintenance programs and business metrics.
  • Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet daily goals.
  • Attend and/or lead turnover meetings.
  • Promote effective employee relations through coaching and development, and resolve employee issues through problem resolution or by consulting management to resolve employee complaints or grievances.
  • Maintain a strong floor presence and engage employees.
  • Read and analyze charts, work orders, maintenance schedules, and production schedules to meet customer requirements.
  • Ensure safe operation of all equipment, train associates as necessary, and promptly investigate and report safety concerns.
  • Provide technical direction for washer, waste treatment, and engineering performance.
  • Develop and/or implement training plans to increase employee skills and capabilities.
  • Participate in maintenance planning using the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
  • Balance safety, quality, productivity, cost, and morale to achieve positive results, with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Inspect materials, products, and equipment to detect defects or malfunctions, and determine the best problem-solving solution.
  • Ensure company procedures and policies are enforced.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Order parts when needed and follow up to ensure they are received.

Desired Qualifications

  • SAP experience is preferred.

About the Company

Ardagh Group

Global glass and metal packaging manufacturer

Ardagh Group operates as a global packaging supplier specializing in glass bottles, jars, and metal beverage cans for drinks and consumer goods. Its products are produced on large, integrated manufacturing lines around the world, allowing customers to source finished packaging in one place. The company grew through a series of acquisitions to expand from glass into metal packaging and to build a broad, multi-material packaging platform. Its goal is to be a top global supplier of packaging solutions by leveraging scale, diverse materials, and an efficient supply chain.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Founded
1932

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