A. O. Smith Corporation · 2 weeks ago
Maintenance/Tool and Die Manager
Franklin, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expA. O. Smith Corporation is a global leader in innovative technologies for water heating and treatment products. The Maintenance/Tool & Die Manager will oversee operational efficiency and safety of machinery and tools, manage maintenance procedures, and lead a team of technicians to ensure high-quality work and compliance with safety regulations.
Consumer ElectronicsManufacturingWater Purification
Responsibilities
Team Leadership: Hire, train, and supervise maintenance technicians and Tool & Die/Machinists, providing guidance and performance evaluations to ensure high-quality work
Operations Management: Oversee all maintenance procedures, including scheduling preventative maintenance, responding to emergencies, and ensuring machinery is in good working order. Make recommendations to repair, refurbish or replace production equipment
Budget Management: Develop and manage maintenance/tooling budgets, controlling costs, and forecasting expenses to achieve departmental efficiencies. Develop Capital Plans for facility projects and support equipment
Strategic Planning: Create and implement comprehensive maintenance strategies to prevent equipment, tool & die failures, extend asset lifespan, and reduce costs
Technical Oversight: Monitor and troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems, and interpret blueprints and schematics to resolve problems. Oversee the design, construction, maintenance, repair, and improvement of dies, tools, and fixtures
Vendor & Contractor Management: Negotiate and manage contracts with outside vendors for maintenance, repair services and housekeeping staff
Compliance & Safety: Ensure all maintenance activities adhere to health and safety regulations and maintain detailed records of inspections and maintenance tasks
Inventory Management: Monitor equipment, parts, and supply inventory, and manage procurement. SAP expertise regarding Maintenance & MRO fields
Technical Expertise: Provide technical expertise for the repair and maintenance of complex tooling and equipment, including troubleshooting issues on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
Process Improvement: Drive improvements in safety, quality, cost, and delivery within the entire facility, utilizing tools such as 8 Steps Problem Solving & 5 Whys
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline or combination of Education and Experience
10+ years of related work experience in a manufacturing environment
2-3 years of supervisory experience
Software proficiency: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, SAP, Microsoft Office suite
Must have excellent verbal, written, presentation, organizational skills, and attention to details
Experience managing projects in a plant setting
Experienced in demo and installation of manufacturing equipment
Benefits
Medical and dental insurance
Company-sponsored life insurance
Retirement security savings plan
Short- and long-term disability programs
Tuition assistance
Company
A. O. Smith Corporation
Celebrating its 150th year of business, A. O.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Melissa Scheppele
CIO SVP Information Technology
Peter Martineau
Senior Vice President - CIO
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