Maintenance (Pipefitter, Welder and Millwright) Crew Manager

Atalco Gramercy Operations is the leading producer of Alumina in the United States. Our Gramercy refinery produces 1.2 million tons a year of smelter grade alumina (SGA) for the production of aluminum as well as chemical grade alumina (CGA) which is used in a wide array of industrial applications.

We are currently seeking a Maintenance Crew Manager for our Gramercy, LA refinery.

Job Summary/Objective

With direction from Assistant Maintenance Manager, supervise Maintenance Mechanics and other hourly Maintenance workers as they complete assigned preventative and repair maintenance tasks. Ensure that all work is performed safely and in compliance with Atalco Gramercy Operations policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Direct supervision of 6 to 12 mechanics and other hourly Maintenance workers.
• Ensures that area team members are prepared to work safely, that they have the appropriate tools and equipment, that all positions are adequately covered, and that assigned duties are performed in a professional and timely manner.
• Communicates plant goals and objectives effectively to team members.
• Coordinates appropriate preparation, turnaround, maintenance, and return to service of area equipment.
• Responsible for working with operations in ensuring that safe work permits, and equipment lockouts are issued in a timely manner.
• Accurately completes all SAP transactions related to work requests and material reservations.
• Seeks to develop themselves and others. Evaluates performance of team members and provides feedback through periodic and annual evaluations identifying strengths and weaknesses in performance. Actively and effectively communicates and coaches team members to promote excellence in the workplace.
• Verifies that hourly time records reflect the work performed.

Key Competencies

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; must be able to effectively communicate with various levels of the organization.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in maintenance and industrial construction with at least 3 years of direct supervision responsibility.
• Strong computer skills.
• SAP experience a plus.
• Knowledge of pipefitting, welding and/or Millwright

Education

• High School Diploma
• Associate degree or Trade School preferred
• Vocational Tech Certification a plus

Work Environment

• Office environment along with being outside in various weather conditions.

Physical Demands

• Sitting.
• Working at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Periodic lifting up to 30 pounds.