Maintenance Work Process Lead
Gramercy, LA - USA
Job Summary
SUMMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Maintenance Work Process Lead is responsible for driving standardization efficiency and continuous improvement of maintenance work processes. This role ensures effective planning scheduling execution and documentation of maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability minimize downtime and support safe plant operations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the development implementation and optimization of maintenance work processes (planning scheduling execution and closure).
- Standardize workflows and ensure consistent use of CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
- Monitor maintenance KPIs (e.g. schedule compliance backlog wrench time) and drive performance improvement.
- Identify process gaps and implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reliability.
- Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs by ensuring proper execution and follow-up.
- Facilitate root cause analysis (RCA) and ensure corrective actions are implemented and sustained.
- Train and coach maintenance personnel on work management best practices and system usage.
- Maintain accurate documentation procedures and reporting related to maintenance activities.
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS
- Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering Maintenance or related field.
- 5 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing chemical or industrial environment
- Strong knowledge of maintenance planning/scheduling and CMMS systems (e.g. SAP)
- Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of safety and regulatory standards (MSHA PSM preferred for chemical plants)
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)
- Schedule compliance (%)
- Planned vs. unplanned work ratio
- Maintenance backlog health
- Equipment uptime / reliability
- Work order quality and completion rate
- Safety compliance
POST OFFER/ACCEPTANCE
- Must successfully complete Atalco Gramercys required drug screening and physical examination.
- TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) required prior to offer acceptance; MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) training to be completed upon hire.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read analyze and interpret information. Ability to write reports and basics business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups managers clients customers and the general public.
WORK ENVIROMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Upon request reasonable accommodation may made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to support plant operations which are in continuous operation and work outdoors in various types of weather conditions.
Fast-paced high-pressure environment requiring flexibility and resilience
May require travel and on-site presence with affected business units
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS
- Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering Maintenance or related field.
- 5 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing chemical or industrial environment
- Strong knowledge of maintenance planning/scheduling and CMMS systems (e.g. SAP)
- Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of safety and regulatory standards (MSHA PSM preferred for chemical plants)
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)
- Schedule compliance (%)
- Planned vs. unplanned work ratio
- Maintenance backlog health
- Equipment uptime / reliability
- Work order quality and completion rate
- Safety compliance
POST OFFER/ACCEPTANCE
- Must successfully complete Atalco Gramercys required drug screening and physical examination.
- TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) required prior to offer acceptance; MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) training to be completed upon hire.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read analyze and interpret information. Ability to write reports and basics business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups managers clients customers and the general public.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
The Atlantic Alumina Company LLC owned alumina refinery in Louisiana is 
the last remaining operating alumina manufacturer in the United States.