Industrial Maintenance Assistant Supervisor/ Sr. Maintenance Lead - Brownsville, TN (Day Shift)

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake division (NYSE:WLK), is one of the largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. With 23 manufacturing and distribution locations, the company supplies gasketed, solvent weld and restrained joint pipes and a wide range of fittings for a diverse list of markets including municipal water and sewer, plumbing, water well, pool and spa, and agricultural and turf irrigation. Westlake Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development with Certa-Lok® spline-lock technology and product systems that are focused on building A Better Foundation. To learn more, visit the website at WestlakePipe.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.

We believe in creating a supportive and inclusive culture that empowers and encourages our associates to succeed through individual achievement and teamwork.  A career at Westlake Pipe & Fittings, is enriched with an innovative spirit, high work ethic, and rewarding experiences.  We foster a culture that supports professional development, personal growth, and opportunities for advancement. 

Qualifications: Knowledge of all functions of the Maintenance department. Understand all production/facility equipment functions and department routines.  Demonstrated ability to delegate work, motivate maintenance personnel and follow-up to job completion.

Must be able to work Monday - Friday, 7am - 4:30pm with overtime and 24/7 on call capabilities based on business needs.

This is a fully onsite role. Must be able to commute daily into our Brownsville, TN plant.

Must have knowledge and experience reading hydraulics and electrical prints.

Lean manufacturing and CMMS experience a big plus.

Preventative maintenance, PLC and robotics experience preferred.

Hands on, organized and a safety expert.

Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent and Trade School certification preferred.  2 to 5 years’ maintenance experience and prior leadership roles in a manufacturing maintenance environment.

Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend sufficient English to follow work instructions and equipment manuals.  Must be able to communicate well verbally with others.

Mathematical Skills: Basic mathematical skills and a solid understanding of equipment specifications / tolerances required.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to sort out several problems at a time. Demonstrate critical thought in troubleshooting and planning of work activities.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must be able to meet and retain requirements for a forklift license.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to do some climbing on machines, be able to lift 70 pounds, and stand/walk for extended amounts of time.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. General factory. Exposed to heat, cold, noise, dust, oil/grease and traveling powered industrial vehicles.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

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