Mechanical Maintenance Manager (F/M)

WELCOME TO VCNA!

We are Votorantim Cimentos North America (VCNA).

As the North American operations of Votorantim Cimentos, a global building materials and sustainability solutions leader in 11 countries, we are helping to make a positive impact and are transforming our world. We have a culture built on solid partnerships, long-lasting relationships, and opportunities for those who want to learn, grow and be part of a diverse and dynamic culture.

With solutions that include cement, ready-mix concrete and aggregates, we help to build homes, highways, hospitals, buildings, bridges, and schools across the Canadian and U.S. Great Lakes region and Northeast United States. Our commitment to excellence can be seen in those who invest and believe in what we do, those who share their lives with us, those who trust in our deliveries and those committed to innovation and a sustainable future.

Every day, we have the chance to accomplish!

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?

Reporting to Maintenance Manager, the Mechanical Manager (F/M) will contribute to reach maximum availability / reliability of the mechanical equipment and installations in the plant by performing the appropriate preventive and corrective maintenance actions at the optimum cost and in compliance with the H&S regulations.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

1. (H&S and environment) Guarantee compliance with H&S and environment policies for mechanical maintenance personnel. Establish safety culture and tackle specific actions to ensure health and safety prevention during maintenance activities. Contribute to plant housekeeping and cleanliness. Internal controls providing reasonable assurance of effective and efficient operations, including actions to prevent and detect fraud and protect Company resources.

2. (Maintenance operations) Determine and schedule the necessary actions of corrective and preventive mechanical maintenance in coordination with Electrical and Preventive Maintenance Manager and Supervisors to assure proper functioning of mechanical equipment and installations. Ensure mechanical maintenance team full time readiness to efficiently tackle emergencies or urgent breakdowns.

3. (Maintenance operations) Review weekly and daily maintenance plans (work orders) according to preventive maintenance plans or scheduled corrective maintenance actions. Coordinate and supervise execution of work order activities, failure data gathering (cause, symptom…), time confirmation (external and internal), material withdrawal… Manage execution of maintenance activities by third parties. Cooperate with Quality and Production Department in the execution of complex maintenance actions.

4. (Maintenance operations) Contribute to warehouse optimization by identifying critical parts of mechanical equipment (based on risk assessment) and proposing optimal stock levels of spare parts.

5. (Maintenance operations) Provide technical requirements and support supplier qualification and evaluation for mechanical maintenance services contracting. Contribute whit AAR procedures and provide good condition to do all activities in your responsibility.

6. (Management – Planning & Cost control) Support the Maintenance Manager in the elaboration and control of the maintenance budget, ensuring planning and follow-up of costs. Implement effective and systematic solutions to achieve budget and to meet or exceed targets.

7. (Standards) Communicate and implement regulations, company goals, local permits, policies, and procedures; optimize the internal processes and structures. Supervise personnel to apply them consistently and ensure ISO compliance for related activities. Follow up weekly Maintenance KPI’s targets

8. (People management) Monitor performance of mechanical maintenance personnel (internal and external). Develop, inform, and motivate its team, ensuring competencies and skills development according to technical innovations, plant, or personal needs.

9. (Innovation and continuous improvement) Consider new techniques and/or technologies to optimize mechanical maintenance cost and improve the technical condition and functioning of the installed equipment.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

• Knowledge of Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Cost Basics preferred
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent education / experience.
• Knowledge and experience in Condition Monitoring Techniques (Dalog, Vibration/Oil Analysis, NDT)
• 10 years of experience in the cement industry (Supervisor and Mechanical Manager included – 3 years minimum as a manager)
• Microsoft Office, SAP (PM, MM, PS)
• Experience applying FMEA techniques and knowledge of basic problem-solving tools
• Knowledge of Cement Production plant – complete plant – Kilns of Clinker, Ball Mills, VRMs, Roller Press, Dust Collectors, Air compressors, Crushers and others.
• Strong knowledge of basic mechanical maintenance tasks (welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, bearing installations, shaft alignment...) preferred
• Experience and good level of knowledge of Predictive tools.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Hybrid work model for certain positions
• Opportunities to collaborate with teams around the globe and growth opportunities in different areas
• Educational scholarship program for dependents of regular salaried employees.
• RRSP and DC (CAN) and 401K (U.S.)
• Being part of VCNA is being part of building famous landmarks such as Toronto's CN Tower, Roy Thompson Hall, Maple Leaf Gardens and the Darlington Nuclear Station and Ryerson Centre, St. Regis Chicago and 150 N. Riverside, Louis High-Speed Rail in Chicago and more
• Training, professional development
• Lifeworks Employee Assistance Program (EAP): confidential support for you and your family (CAN)
• Paid Maternity Leave Top Up
• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• Fertility drug coverage
• Competitive wages, vacation and holiday time
• Tuition reimbursement/assistance

OUR PEOPLE

We care about people - all people. At VCNA, we take safety, health and wellness seriously. We're dedicated to giving our employees a safe workplace, our neighbors a safe environment and our customers a high-quality and safe product. Safety first -and always!

Our VC Way reflects who we are, inspiring us to unite our culture and be our best: Our Way of Being: ethical and respectful, Our Way of Working: together with excellence and Our Way of Thriving: with the courage to transform.

INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

We have a results-oriented culture that values being open, honest, and authentic. It's part of our DNA. We are continually expanding our diverse and inclusive team by providing opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability or economic status - a workplace where you can express your individuality and be your best self!