Plant Maintenance Foreman

We’re hiring a Plant Maintenance Foreman to join County Prestress in Roberts, WI.

Job Summary:

The Plant Maintenance Foreman supports the Plant Maintenance Team by mentoring technicians, troubleshooting and repairing manufacturing equipment, implementing preventative maintenance programs, and coordinating work with production to maximize equipment uptime and operational efficiency. This position also performs complex maintenance and responds to emergency equipment repairs.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Mentor and support plant maintenance staff
• Troubleshoot and diagnose plant manufacturing equipment during production.
• Ensure preventative maintenance schedules are maintained
• Schedule and perform mechanical, hydraulic and/or pneumatic repairs on production equipment as needed.
• Coordinate work with production to minimize downtown of maintenance technicians
• Ensure safety guidelines are always followed and properly documented
• Provide emergency & unscheduled repairs of production equipment
• Perform general purpose steel fabrication and welding.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals to perform necessary repairs and/or equipment service.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, material handling equipment, welders and torches in performing duties.
• Weld parts to equipment during repairs or installations.
• Maintain working areas in clean and orderly condition.
• Maintain and manage related material pricings
• Obtain quotes on parts and supplies and install parts to machinery as needed.
• Communicate with vendors to ensure equipment is properly maintained and installed.
• Contact vendors to assist with troubleshooting equipment and machinery.

COUNTY Core Competencies: The expected behaviors of all COUNTY team members that align with Our Values and Our Commitments:

• Integrity & Organizational Awareness
• Customer First Focus 
• Results Driven Orientation 
• Teamwork, Safety & Collaboration 
• Problem Solving & Decision Making 
• Creativity & Innovation 

Experience & Qualifications:

• Minimum 4-6 years' experience in plant manufacturing equipment maintenance.
• Proactive, multi-tasked, self-motivated team player and positive attitude is a must.
• Strong hydraulic, mechanical, welding and industrial experience, including hydraulic pumps, electric motors, conveyor belts, steel fabrication and overhead cranes.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics for equipment troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of pneumatic systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams
• Electrical license preferred
• A valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record, as directed by individual business unit

Work Environment:

• Work is typically performed in indoor and outdoor environments
• Exposure may include: Extreme hot or cold temperatures, working near moving machinery and equipment that could include electrical hazards, and noisy environment
• Work at various heights using scissor lifts, man baskets, and ladders.
• Use the company truck to pick up parts from hardware stores and local suppliers and deliver items for repair as needed, as directed by individual business unit.
• Travel required: None
• Typical work hours/shifts: May vary, as operations run 24 hours a day. Team members may be required to respond to after-hours calls and report to work following the required time off between shifts.

Physical & Work Expectations:

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, or handling materials/equipment.
• Occasional climbing, kneeling, crawling, or lifting/moving 10 - 40 pounds.