Assistant Maintenance Manager – Distribution at Indian Trail NC

Summary:

• Responsible for and assisting with the supervision, leading and guiding of all maintenance lead-associates, forklift mechanics, building maintenance, and ammonia refrigeration mechanics. 
• Ensure all maintenance work is done as assigned by reviewing and following up on work. Identify potential problems and plan resolutions. 
• Maintain and monitor insurance company records and forms, PM records, Fire systems and Refrigeration systems. 
• Ensure all building maintenance duties are performed in a timely manner.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5+ years of recent and proven maintenance experience - Required
• Proven Industrial / Commercial Anhydrous Ammonia Refrigeration system experience - Required
• Experience with fire system, monitoring systems, inventory systems, computer and server systems, HVAC systems, back-up generators, mobile generators. - Required
• Management, supervision or lead experience a plus
• Experience in distribution facility preferred

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following, but not restricted to;

• Responsible for the supervision of all lead-associates, forklift mechanics, building maintenance, ammonia refrigeration mechanics including labor and expense control. 
   
• Assist with the management of work performed at this distribution facility; Grocery, Perishable and Transportation buildings.
   
• Assist with the management and proper function of all facility systems; including but not limited to: refrigeration system, fire system, monitoring systems, inventory systems, computer and server systems, HVAC systems, back-up generators, mobile generators, etc.

 

• Work with the safety department and maintenance manager to ensure that all personnel are properly certified and trained for their positions and the equipment used to perform their jobs.
   
• Identify potential problems and plan resolutions.
   
• Maintain and monitor all insurance forms and records, PM records, Fire Systems, Fire Inspections, Refrigeration systems, testing and records, all rolling warehouse equipment and work orders for building repairs.
   
• Assist with the monitoring of programs to ensure the proper control of hazardous chemicals.  SPCC or spill controls, BMP for facility water run-off, erosion control measures, and storm water testing.  Assist with maintain disaster recovery/emergency preparedness plan.
   
• Assist with the management of outside contractors and vendors.
   
• Assist with the control of all costs/invoices associated with building maintenance and/or equipment parts.

 

• Assist with the planning and implementation of all annual, semi-annual, 3 year, 5 years, etc.; training, testing, calibrations, and maintenance required by local, state and federal rules and mandates.  Note: See the current maintenance calendar for these items.
   

 

• Participates in the annual budget preparation and operates within the budget guidelines.  Assist with monthly detail trial and center exception reports
   
• Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe environment.  Participates in the ongoing safety programs and safety related training for mechanics.
   
• Maintain prioritized Maintenance Repair Spreadsheet with Description of Problem/Work to be Completed, Contact/Associate Assigned, Correction, Date Reported, Date Started, Estimated Completion Date and Date Completed columns.
   
• Maintain and manage shop inventories with a monthly reconciliation

 

• Participate and assist as requested in department audits; such and forklift parts inventory & battery audits.
   
• Effective labor scheduling of all direct reports.
   
• Establishes preventive maintenance procedures to ensure the timely repair of recurring maintenance tasks, i.e., gas heaters, outside lights.

 

• Assist and respond to after-hours and/or week-end power outages, loss of refrigeration, back-up and mobile generators, fire system, weather emergencies or other situations as needed.

 

Observes mechanical devices in operation; listens to their sounds for proper operation or to locate any causes of trouble.

Properly service or perform preventative maintenance on the equipment or machines based on manufacture requirements or guidelines.  Lubricates and cleans parts.  Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.  Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections.

Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.  Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.

Repairs or replaces defective parts.  Installs special functional and structural parts in devices.  Starts devices to test their performance. 

Sets up and operate industrial equipment and tools to make and repair equipment and install parts.

Maintain the appropriate service and repair documentation required by law and company policy for the refrigeration system.

Lighting, plumbing, heating & air conditioning and all other equipment and PM Maintenance assigned to them.

Initiates purchase order for parts and machines. 

General warehouse maintenance duties, rack repair, dock and door repair, building repair, banana rooms, lights, battery chargers and other items in the building that might arise.

Other duties may be assigned.

 

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.

Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests.

Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability.

Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Conserves organizational resources.

Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values.

Motivation - Measures self against standard of excellence.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity - Completes work in timely manner; Works quickly.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments.

Initiative - Volunteers readily; Asks for and offers help when needed.

                                            

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education/Experience:

Four year college, Technical or vocational school, or university program certificate; or a minimum of 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must have Industrial / Commercial Anhydrous Ammonia Refrigeration system experience.

 

Language Ability:

Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets general professional journals, technical manuals

or procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, vendors and our customers.

 

Math Ability:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts.

 

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

 

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer knowledge and be able to learn and use the maintenance database software and other program, such as; VLM, Word and Excel and TMT (maintenance management system).

 

Certificates and Licenses:

Driver’s license is required

Refrigeration certifications is preferred

Industrial equipment certifications is preferred

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job will supervise the warehouse maintenance associates. 

 

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions while performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or hot and/or humid conditions (both in-doors and out-doors); extreme cold (both in-doors and out-doors) and risk of electrical shock.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Able to wear a respirator and meet the physical requirements to wear it properly.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 100 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth Perception, color clarity, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit.