PLZ Corp is the North American leader in specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturing. The PLZ family of companies specializes in the development, manufacturing, packaging, and distribution of a comprehensive line of contract fill, branded and private-label products. We formulate, blend, fill and package more than 2,500 branded and private label products including cleaners and polishers, industrial solvents, lubricants and degreasers, adhesives, sanitary supply disinfectants, insecticides, air fresheners, and personal care products for home and industrial use. For more information, go to www.plzcareers.com or https://youtu.be/XYNIFpLQIJY

We are hiring a Maintenance Manager in Pacific, MO to be responsible for overseeing the daily maintenance operations for all production lines and auxiliary equipment, ensuring the department and operation are run in a cost effective, safe and efficient manner with the highest degree of up-time and reliability. This position is onsite and works closely with the engineering staff on new capital project implementation within the facility (automation, new equipment and overhauls).

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure facility is operated and maintained cost effectively and safely, in accordance with the approved budget(s), customer requirements and governmental regulations
• Review all maintenance / equipment repair related expenditures, and contribute to preparation of operating budget
• Manage departmental budget and track key performance indicators, develop scope and negotiate pricing and contracts with equipment and service providers
• Hire, manage and develop maintenance team with assistance from supervisor or lead hands
• Educate, train, monitor, and proactively coach maintenance team, ensure proper training and retention mechanics for maintenance professionals.
• Oversee implementation of corrective actions arising from Safety, Quality and other audit activity and promote adherence to GMP standards; develop and manage adherence to SOP
• Work with broader leadership team and peers to utilize or share best practices across all facilities

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Five years in a similar role within manufacturing
• Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite and SAP is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with production processes, particularly in aerosol manufacturing
• Working knowledge of basic electricity , intermediate welding and the fundamentals of air logic as well as industrial power systems and industrial & control system wiring

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.