Role description:
The Machine Repair Manager is responsible for directing the maintenance of glass Individual Section (IS) machines feeder mechanisms shear as well as related equipment.
Responsibilities:
Select and develop employees to adequately staff the machine repair department which includes salary administration effective employee and union relations developmental and training opportunities and succession planning
Plan and estimate costs on machine repairs for glass forming machines as well as machine rebuild with assistance from the corporate machine group for glass container lines
Collaborate with production managers and tank managers regarding preventative maintenance for IS Machines through Fiix CMMS
Order replacement parts and assist in proper inventory of parts
Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department with other departments the union and corporate
Comply with environmental and food safety standards as outlined in plant policies within the department
Minimum skills / qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Ten (10) years of experience in glass manufacturing with an emphasis on the machine repair process job changes mold equipment and management experience
Excellent communication skills
Proficient organizational analytical and planning skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work in a heavy industrial high-risk work environment
Ability to work outside of regular work hours
Ability to prioritize work and have a sense of urgency
Ability to travel up to 5%
Preferred skills / qualifications:
Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering electrical engineering or a related discipline
Fifteen (15) years of experience in glass manufacturing with an emphasis on the machine repair process job changes mold equipment and management experience
Prior experience with work order management database (i.e. Fiix)
Benefits Offered:
Please note the compensation and benefits information above is accurate as of the date of this posting. Ardagh reserves the right to modify this information at any time in accordance with applicable law.
About Ardagh Group
Ardagh Glass Packaging is a global leader in glass packaging solutions producing packaging for the worlds leading brands. We trace our roots all the way back to the Irish Glass Bottle Company founded in 1932. Since then we have grown rapidly to a team of more than 20000 people with revenues of over $9 billion.
Today we have a presence across Europe Africa and North America.
Ardagh is passionate about sustainability and has a reputation for innovation. We push the boundaries of whats possible pioneering new production methods new design techniques and new ways to recycle and save energy. Our aim is to reduce any negative environmental impact while remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible. We believe that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued can work to their full potential and where their achievements are celebrated. Here at Ardagh we offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career come and join our team youll enjoy the journey!
Ardagh Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity gender expression national origin protected veteran status disability or any other basis prohibited by federal state and local law.
Ardagh Group complies with federal state and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Contact Kelly Molloy () if a reasonable accommodation is needed.
Required Experience:
Manager
Ardagh Group is a global supplier of sustainable metal & glass packaging solutions. We are one of the preferred glass packaging manufacturers of the world's leading brands.