Maintenance Supervisor

Bellingham , United States
full-time

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Oversee the maintenance department's operations, ensuring machine efficiency and compliance with safety and quality standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Harco Fittings is a member of the IPEX group of companies. Our mission is to compete and grow using innovation, differentiation and extraordinary service.
  
Harco Fittings LLC, founded in 1966 in Lynchburg, Virginia is a producer of gasketed joint injection-molded PVC and push-on gasketed joint ductile fittings. Our Harco locations span across seven states in the US and we are looking for new individuals to come be a part of a dynamic and growing team today!
 
We currently have an exciting opportunity as a Maintenance Supervisor. This role is based in our facility in Bellingham, Washington and reports to the Plant Manager.
 

Job Summary

The Maintenance Supervisor will provide supervision to the maintenance department, ensuring that the maintenance of machines conforms to machine specifications and proper procedures. They will work to minimize machine downtime due to maintenance and assume responsibility for maintenance department’s performance in 5S and preventive maintenance. In addition, the incumbent will ensure safety in an efficient way to meet or exceed planned event schedule.

Requirements

Principal Responsibilities

•    Supervise day-to-day activities of the maintenance department to ensure equipment is 
maintained at a level to optimize efficiency and quality while meeting budget.
•    Schedule, monitor, and complete all Maintenance Work Orders when required to minimize backlog.
•    Plan, forecast, schedule, and assign preventive maintenance activities utilizing MES (Hydra) software. Troubleshoot issues during preventive maintenance and modify activities as needed
•    Order routine and non-routine parts. Standardize part ordering and organize received parts in their respective locations
•    Maintain Hydra (MES) to track work orders, spare parts and maintenance history of plant equipment. Monitor the use and inventories of spare parts, maintenance supplies, equipment, and reorder as necessary
•    Maintain records of forklifts, grinders, harnesses, cranes and skyjack pre-use inspections for external and internal audits as per ISO standards
•    Ensure that finished product is manufactured in compliance with the Corporate Quality Control Manual and ISO procedures
•    Assist in the start-up and troubleshooting of process related problems with production equipment, tooling, and auxiliary equipment
•    Identify, report, and follow-up on maintenance related issues by use of the work order system
•    Enforce policies, procedures and work practices as outlined by the HR Best Practices Manual, Legislative Agreements, and HSEMS are followed at all times.  
•    Participate in continuous improvement by providing suggestions and participating in management meetings as scheduled 


Qualifications & Experience

•    College/ University diploma in a Technical field, preferably in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
•    Electrician or Millwright Certification, or equivalent
•    5+ years experience in a maintenance role within a fabrication manufacturing environment
•    Strong understanding of engineering concepts, including electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
•    Excellent leadership/management, written & verbal communication, problem-solving, and project management skills. 
•    A proven track record in a continuous improvement manufacturing environment with ISO 9001. 
•    Experience in strategic planning, resource allocation, employee relations, leadership techniques and coordination of people and resources
•    Strong working knowledge of computers using, word processing, spreadsheets, and outlook.

Who we are… The Leaders in Thermoplastic Piping Systems At IPEX, our vision is to be the leading supplier of thermoplastic piping systems in North America. While most people don’t get excited about the products we make, that’s okay. Because we do. Our systems can be found wherever people live, work, and play: below streets, inside walls, and under counters. As a trusted name in building and infrastructure for more than 50 years, we’re a customer-focused company that grows through product innovation broadening the solution for the entire industry. When you invest in us, we invest in you As a customer-focused organization, we believe in honesty, fairness, and integrity—the Golden Rule. Within IPEX, roles span a range of disciplines, including engineering, R&D, innovation management, sales, and marketing. IPEX supports a culture of respect and equal opportunity. We promote from within and encourage development within a role. This practice helps our people grow a depth of product knowledge and expertise that fosters trust and long-term relationships with our customers.The Responsible Choice for Over 50 Years Every day construction projects are breaking ground in some of the world’s toughest and most demanding environments. Chances are IPEX brand products and people are there. Whether it’s a water pipe being installed for a municipal system in the dead chill of an Alberta winter, or electrical fittings being installed in a new Arizona residential development under a punishing desert sun, an IPEX company is hard at work delivering reliable performance and value. But what IPEX offers goes far beyond pipes, valves and fittings. Our commitment to excellence means IPEX also brings accountability, reliability and integrity to each and every project, backed by strong distributor relationships and the industry’s most comprehensive and experienced sales and support network.

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