MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR Job in Baton Rouge, Louisiana US
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an opening for a Maintenance Supervisor in the Baton Rouge area.
The position is responsible for planning, coordinating, organizing, and leading a multi-skilled group of mechanics and IE technicians to maintain and repair equipment with a minimum of downtime while achieving the highest degree of equipment reliability in a most cost effective manner. In addition, the Maintenance Supervisor is expected to provide necessary leadership and technical support to continuously improve equipment integrity, reliability, cost and on stream factor. The Maintenance Supervisor must foster a climate where the focus of the work force is centered on safety, quality and team growth.
The position is responsible for implementing cost effective common systems cascaded by the GSS organization to ensure consistent application of global engineering standards, maintenance best practices, maintenance training, computerized maintenance management systems, and work processes. The Maintenance Supervisor requires an individual with strong leadership abilities coupled with excellent broad based technical skills and good business sense. Strong organizational, planning, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential to the position. Credibility and respect across the organization is important. The Incumbent is a key member of the Gulf Coast Maintenance Leadership Team and the Baton Rouge Area Leadership Team.
Qualifications/Requirements:
* A minimum of 10+ years in a petrochemical or manufacturing environment with maintenance, construction and/or operations roles is desired.
* Prior supervisory experience is a plus.
* Demonstrated leadership and decision making skills are critical to the position.
* High school diploma with preferred relative technical school or college degree.
* Relative experience will be given strong consideration in lieu of formal education.
* The successful candidate must be a self-starter with a solid work history and excellent references along with the ability to work in a team oriented environment.
1) Must be well versed in Chemical, Petro Chemical equipment and specifications.
2) Strong mechanical, Instrument Electrical problem solving skills.
3) Strong Knowledge of the Maintenance work process.
4) Strong Leadership - Organizational and People Skills. Flexible.
5) A passion for driving excellence.
6) Strong computer skills.
7) Strong oral and written communication skills.
8) Knowledge of SAP a plus.
9) Ability to multi-task, self motivated and willing to travel.
Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. In fiscal 2011, Air Products had revenues of $10.1 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 18,900 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com .
Air Products offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays/vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance, pension, 401K plans.
To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers . Click on the link – Search job openings from the left navigation bar. You can apply specifically to Job Req #9424BR.
If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.
Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.