Maintenance Manager

Graham Packaging Maintenance Manager

Company Statement : Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life. For employees at Graham, our Blue Culture is part of their everyday lives, too. We value our employees, and a Blue Culture allows for the most rewarding employee experience as part of the Graham family.

Overview : Maintenance Managers are responsible for the overall plant maintenance and coordination of activities with other departments in a manner which results in the production of quality product at a cost and schedule consistent with company policies, customer service and plant objectives. The primary duties of a Maintenance Manager include :

• Understanding, following and enforcing all established safety, health, quality GMP and Company policies, procedures and recognized practices.
• Participating in plant staff, shift and safety meetings, and conducting regular departmental meetings and departmental training based on needs assessment.
• Developing new methods and procedures to optimize manufacturing efficiency and reduce operating costs.
• Maintaining direct contact with the Engineering department on the latest improvements to plant machinery and systems to more effectively increase manufacturing performance and reduce operating costs.
• Investigating and diagnosing causes of breakdowns and developing programs and solutions to reduce / eliminate future occurrences.
• Determining and controlling maintenance budget to ensure efficient use of funds and reduce / eliminate repetitive purchases by identifying and eliminating root causes.
• Being responsible for the selection, training and development of shift personnel to attain department goals.
• Meeting with vendors and plant visitors.
• May be responsible for special projects related to other functional areas.
• 0-25% travel may be required.

Qualifications : A Bachelor's Degree and / or related maintenance experience; or equivalent combination of education and related maintenance experience is required. A minimum of five years' experience in a maintenance supervisory or management role in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated leadership skills strongly preferred. The following skills and proficiencies are also essential requirements of the position : ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance; computer usage and typing skills are essential; excellent verbal and written communication; ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service; ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.

Compensation Statement : The expected salary range for the position described in this posting is made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits Statement : Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company's 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.

EEO Disclaimer : Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and / or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Location : New Orleans, LA

ID : 2025-8649

Category : Maintenance

Type : Full-Time