Maintenance Superintendent

Who We Are :

Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc.

For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America.

Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life's most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions-solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future-we are making a positive impact that will last for generations.

By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application.

Maintenance Superintendent

Plans, directs, supervises, and coordinates the work of the maintenance supervisory personnel in the regular maintenance of facilities and equipment to ensure production departments meet production schedules and goals as well as to effect critical repairs by established priority :

Assigns equipment responsibility to supervisory personnel Ensures daily compliance in all areas of the maintenance activity Communicates and coordinates between shifts Assists or directs supervisory personnel in the provision of training for hourly departmental employees Responsible to manning, repairing and / or emergency breakdowns Evaluates downtime problems, recommends and adopts corrective action when required, ensures adherence to departmental procedures and PMI compliance Communicates goals relating to downtime to supervisory personnel Reviews and ensures updating of PMI's for new and existing equipment Insures that supervisory personnel understand contractual language, documents and applies appropriate disciplinary action for subordinate employees when needed Insures for the optimum utilization of maintenance materials required for repair and regular maintenance in a cost-conscious manner, including requisitions and / or purchasing of specified materials, coordinating installation between shifts and evaluating the application of materials used Evaluates labor usage for efficiency and cost-effectiveness Coordinates the efforts of supervisory personnel, for timely and proper maintenance of facilities and equipment. Coordinates efforts of supervisory personnel to investigate and subsequent corrective actions, PMI's or programs for maintenance problems. Coordinates work required based on Work requests, Condition reports, Machine feedback, and Reliability-based measurements. Ensures that all CMMS expectations are met.

Communicates and coordinates with other departmental superintendents to ensure that the equipment and facilities are serviced according to production requirements and repairs are scheduled in a timely manner

Ensures consistent implementation of departmental procedures by communication with supervisory personnel

Ensures compliance with all safety procedures and practices by monitoring departmental performance, analysis of accidents and injuries, and personal observation :

a. Recommends methods, equipment, and procedures for safety in the maintenance of equipment and correcting or eliminating unsafe operation, unsafe maintenance, and other hazardous or unsafe conditions

Ensures the preparation and evaluation of accurate and complete daily, weekly, monthly, and other records and reports prepared by supervisory personnel

Ensures good housekeeping procedures and practices are enforced at all times by supervisory personnel

Recommends and implements corrective action when needed in the overall operation of maintenance areas within the established budget, and also recommends cost reduction ideas or programs in department areas where abuse or misuse of equipment creates additional costs.

Additional Functions :

Maintain downtime records on major equipment

Maintains all department paperwork and records absentee, vacation, etc.

Formulates maintenance goals and objectives which supplement the company and corporate goals and objectives

Insures enforcement of all mandatory regulations and laws governing employment, wages, hours, working conditions, security, and company policies, rules, and regulations.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, and Traits :

• High School Diploma, 2 years college or technical school training
• Minimum 4 years supervisory experience
• 4 years industrial maintenance background
• 1-year mechanical, electrical, hydraulic knowledge. Supervisory and personnel relations skills and analytical capabilities
• Word, Excel, Project, and CMMS computer applications

Other Compensation & Benefits :

Mueller offers an excellent salary and benefits package. Current benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan with 5% Company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability benefits, vacation, 100% paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement program, student debt retirement matching, well-being program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-provided life insurance, supplemental insurance at group rates, and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity :

Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and / or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department.

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Notice of E-Verify Participation :

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