Mech Mtn Eng/Supv Z-Mills

North American Stainless

  • Ghent, KY
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION:This position is responsible for providing professional Mechanical Engineering service and technical support to Maintenance and Operation Departments for the re-design, modification, re- engineering and retro-fitting of machinery and equipment to improve quality and productivity/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Coordinates and sets priority for the Mechanical Engineers in his area.
  • Analyzes and defines machinery and equipment problems to improve quality, productivity, repair damaged equipment, save money, and increase production line up – time.
  • Re-designs, re-engineers and /or retro-fits machinery and equipment that needs upgrading, is damaged, is poorly designed or is incorrectly used in order to improve quality and productivity, to repair damaged equipment, to save money and to improve production line up-time.
  • Defines and scopes projects, makes engineering drawings or layouts, writes engineering reports, makes cost estimates, obtains bids, writes work orders, makes recommendations to management, obtains approval to purchase necessary equipment and materials, and works with Maintenance and Operations Personal to retro-fit and install.
  • Studies machinery requirements, maintenance manuals and maintenance procedures to design and establish Preventative Maintenance Programs to increase equipment up-time. Coordinates all Predictive and Preventative Maintenance activities and insures all maintenance work is satisfactory complete as assigned.
  • Communicates and coordinates with Maintenance Personnel to provide technical expertise and support on the full range of maintenance projects and programs to reduce maintenance costs, avoid costly downtime, and increase equipment utilization.
  • Defines, prepares and controls work order jobs. Prepares work instruction, orders and secures spare parts for jobs to be completed by Maintenance personnel. Reviews all work done for proper completion to ensure the orderly and efficient utilization of Maintenance manpower and materials.
  • Provides for and ensures the timely, accurate and efficient administration and control of the spare parts program assures that all spares which are essential for the orderly and efficient operation of the plant are either inventoried on site or are readily available for delivery through equipment vendors in order to avoid unnecessary downtime waiting for spare parts.
  • Assists Operations and Maintenance with troubleshooting and repairs to pollution control equipment in order to meet EPA rules and regulations.
  • Follows OSHA regulations as it applies to engineering design, constructions, maintenance and equipment installation to assure NAS compliance to safety and health requirements.
  • Keeps abreast of new equipment and techniques by reading appropriate journals, associating with professional organizations, trade associations, colleagues, equipment vendors, service companies, consultants, and government agencies, and attending conferences, training courses, and continuing education courses as appropriate.
SUPPLEMENTAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Other duties as assigned
  • Participation in relevant continuous improvement programs
  • Set appropriate performance management expectations for direct reports
  • Lead by example
  • Encourage, and assist in sustaining correct behaviors
  • Incorporate, facilitate, and embrace change
  • Be receptive, and provide adequate feedback for developmental purposes
MINIMUM EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum of Technical Degree from approved University/College. (BS/BA) Basic computer skills required. Supervisory skills required. One year experience needed in Industrial Environment.PHYSICAL ABILITIES REQUIRED: Mobility in plant While performing the duties of (this job), the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, etc. The employee is frequently required to make use of their hands for technical tasks The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds Visual ability with or without correction Communication abilitiesHEALTH AND SAFETY: * Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations
  • Comply with company safety rules, policies, procedures, as well as job specific work instructions and JSAs.
  • Report the absence of or defect in any personal protective equipment or clothing to the
Supervisor or Manager immediately * Use and wear the personal protective equipment, protective devices and clothing that is required. The following is the minimum:
  • Metatarsal boots
  • Safety glasses
  • Hearing protection
  • Hard Hat
Some areas may require additional personal protective equipment such as: * Respirators; the respirator requires you to be clean shaven in order to comply with company policies and procedures as well as OSHA Regulations.
  • Fire Retardant clothing
  • Acid PPE
  • Report to the Safety Coordinator, Group Lead or Supervisor any contravention of the
Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations or Company policies or procedures * Must follow all Lockout Tag out (LOTO) guidelines for designated equipment and machinery
  • Must follow all Environmental Policies and Regulations
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area
WORK ENVIRONMENT: * Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations
  • Clean, well ventilated and safe work areas.
HUMAN RESOURCES: * Abiding by the Acerinox Code of Conduct
  • Keeping oneself informed through your company email account
  • Maintaining your Dynamic Policy Profile and all assigned learnings therein
  • Abiding by all security procedures
  • Must have strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be able to learn, adapt, and retain information
  • Must have strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

North American Stainless