Carpenter’s Latrobe Specialty Metals operations, based in Latrobe, Pa., manufacture high-performance specialty alloys serving aerospace, energy and other demanding markets. Carpenter acquired Latrobe in 2012 to increase capacity to meet strong customer demand and to broaden the company’s product mix. Latrobe continues a century-long legacy of leadership in metals technology.  

Area Manager – Maintenance

Principal Purpose of Position:

The Maintenance Manager is accountable for optimizing machinery and equipment uptime to ensure achievement of operational plans; transforming the maintenance culture from a “break down – get it up running” approach to systems based, systematic problem solving approach; reducing maintenance expenses; creating a culture of Continuous Improvement in the Maintenance Department down to each and every maintenance employee; and developing direct reports and organizational capability within the department.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE AREA MANAGER – MAINTENANCE

Lead safety as a core value in the Maintenance Department ensuring the prevention of injuries while maintaining business resultsCreate a culture and belief that all equipment failures are preventableImprove equipment and machinery reliability measuring machine uptime as a key metricBuild organizational capability in the application of lean tools specifically 6S, Process Management, TPM;s, standardized work and rapid cycle improvementsMaximize plant uptime and equipment process capability through an effective predictive and preventative maintenance programEstablish and maintain effective communications with site management, peers and external stakeholdersManage multiple projects in a timely manner while ensuring safety, cost effectiveness and proper resource allocationResponsible for spare parts management- including identification of required spare parts, procurement and inventory managementManage vendors and contractorsWork with site EHS personnel to ensure the equipment and machinery meet all state and federal regulatory requirementsDevelop direct reports and build technical skills appropriate to the functional responsibilitiesPerform all other duties and special projects as assigned.

REQUIRED FOR THE AREA MANAGER - MAINTENANCE 

Four year college degree, preferred.  High School Diploma or GED, required Two or more years experience as a maintenance engineer, maintenance support specialist, or maintenance craftsperson in a heavy equipment manufacturing facility.

PREFERRED FOR THE AREA MANAGER - MAINTENANCE

Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and make appropriate decisionsAbility to evaluate and recommend new equipment, and process and maintenance technologiesAbility to operate a computer workstationAbility to work in a production oriented environmentAbility to direct and supervise othersAbility to objectively evaluate employees and their performanceAbility to train and develop othersAbility to work under frequently changing priorities and deadlinesVerbal and written communication skillsProblem solving skillsProject management skills

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.