Manager Maintenance & Reliability - Walker Lovell : Job Details

Seeking a Manager of Maintenance & Reliability to lead and oversee the maintenance and reliability programs at our Cherokee, AL facility. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in ensuring our chemical processing equipment operates at peak efficiency, driving improvements that enhance production quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness.

📍 Location:

Cherokee, Alabama

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Turnaround Planning: Spearhead site turnaround efforts, ensuring all maintenance activities align with safety, cost, and efficiency goals.
• Team Leadership: Provide direction to the maintenance team, focusing on safety, reliability, cost management, and labor utilization.
• Preventive Maintenance: Develop and implement comprehensive preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maintain equipment efficiency.
• Reliability Initiatives: Introduce and sustain reliability best practices to ensure operational dependability.
• Problem Resolution: Analyze process issues, performance gaps, and guide resources to resolve manufacturing and maintenance challenges.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive corrective/preventive measures and participate in the development of continuous improvement actions.
• Budget Management: Oversee departmental budgets, focusing on cost-effective maintenance solutions.
• Spare Parts Management: Ensure critical equipment and spare parts are adequately stocked and managed by the purchasing and warehousing teams.
• Safety Leadership: Maintain a safe working environment, minimizing incidents and injuries, and supporting PSM and HSE initiatives.
• Training & Development: Develop and implement training programs for maintenance personnel to enhance skillsets and operational effectiveness.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with the site Management Team to reduce downtime and ensure effective maintenance practices.

🏆 Qualifications:

• 10+ years of plant maintenance experience, including 5+ years in the chemical industry (preferred).
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from a 4-year ABET accredited program.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA standards, and other regulatory requirements.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Highly organized, with a focus on process, time management, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in computerized maintenance management software and Microsoft Office.
• Proven leadership and team-building skills with the ability to drive change.
• Physical ability to work on industrial equipment and willingness to work in challenging environments.

✨ Why Join Us?

• Lead a critical function in a dynamic and growing industry.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Experience the blend of professional growth and a high quality of life in Cherokee, AL.