Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MYE) is a leading manufacturer of a wide range of polymer products for industrial, agricultural, automotive, commercial and consumer markets. We are also the largest distributor of tools, equipment and supplies for the tire, wheel, and under- vehicle service industry in the United States. Myers Industries was started in 1933, by Meyer and Louis Myers, as a tire supply storefront in Akron, Ohio. In 1946, the Company began manufacturing plastic and rubber products related to the tire industry for distribution. In 1963, Myers Industries, Inc. was established and grew into a diversified plastics manufacturer and tire repair supply distributor. Since then, Myers Industries has expanded to become a leading polymer manufacturer of material handling containers and distributor of tire repair and retread products for both domestic and international markets.
Job Overview
This position provides leadership, direction, and coordination of team members in maintenance with responsibilities for safety, quality, and project management. This role actively participates and supports a work environment focused on preventive maintenance and timely project support. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or reassigned at anytime
Duties and Responsibilities
Consistently models a positive attitude and a willingness to help others be successful
Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
Supports training for all team members providing them with the skills to do their jobs
Exhibits strong team development and performance management skills
Demonstrates a strong commitment toward results - execution, attention to details
Is passionate about safety, 5S, continuous improvement and lean
Able to function in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams
Conduct regular small team meetings to communicate department objectives and performance.
Train or facilitate the training of new employees in all aspects of their job function
Administer policies and procedures
Liaison between cross-functional and supporting teams and team members
Communicate and support strict adherence to quality standards
Ensure quality goals and objectives are met on a daily basis
Define Quality Goals, and method of measurement, within Maintenance
Support the Quality Goals of Production
Ensure efficient materials management
Monitor unnecessary waste and correct when necessary
Monitor and improve the management of tools, equipment and production processes.
Is an active leader and coach to team members by focusing on an environment for them in which to be successful
Passionate about supporting safety.
Ability to identify root cause, implement corrective action where gaps to the goals exist - strong problem solving skills
Responsible for supporting new and current team member activities - performance, management, transfers, promotions and disciplinary processes
Schedule work assignment to maximize efficiency
Develop and monitor staffing plans to execute the schedule on time at the planned rate or better
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proven experience in a leadership or similar role
Experience in using various types of manufacturing machinery and tools
Skills in MS Office
Experience with implementing or maintaining PM and Maintenance Request Systems
Experience with Arc-Flash, Hazmat and Fall Prevention requirements and practices a must
Excellent organizing and leadership skills
Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
Working knowledge of PLC controls, Electric motors and drives, 3-phase electrical power required
Education and Experience
Minimum 6 years maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
Working Conditions
This job is in a typical manufacturing environment, to include:
Ovens
Forklifts
Torches
Rotating tools
Etc.
Physical Requirements
This individual will be walking and standing at various times of the day, as it requires a consistent presence on the production area. Must be able to work at heights up to 100 feet.
Myers Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.