Laboratory Manager jobs in Chicago, IL

Description

At MIL, we make the complex simple; we bring together the brightest minds and subject matter experts to process precision parts that become components on space, aircraft, and defense systems. The reliability of what we do and how we do it, makes the difference in the lives of those who use these systems. What sets us apart? Our people and our relentless dedication to helping our customers. We are the special processor of choice for missions to the skies, Mars, and beyond. 

Our core values guide everything we do:

• Passionate - We believe in what we are doing and the difference we make; Our quality is our passion.
• Collaborative - Treat each other with respect as professionals; We win or lose as a team; Collaboration multiplies our contributions.
• Can-Do - Great isn't good enough; No excuses given or taken; Eagerly willing to accept and meet challenges.
• Own Results - Overcome obstacles, find solutions, and deliver exceptional results; Honor our commitments.
• Quality Driven - Do the right thing; We are honest, transparent, and committed to doing what's best for our customers.

Position Overview: The Maintenance Manager is a hands-on position responsible for technical direction and leadership to the maintenance group and supporting functions. Role ensures equipment is running to its maximum efficiency and output; including facilities management, housekeeping and safety activities.  

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Maintenance & Building Management: Provide hands-on coordination with scheduling work assignments, setting priorities and directing work of maintenance personnel and outside vendors.
• Restorative Maintenance/Housekeeping: Coordinate MIL's Building and Equipment Restoration Program in which continuously addresses and aggressively satisfies detailed restorative efforts (painting, overhauling, cleaning etc.) Maintain program schedule and allocate resources to pro-actively ensure building and equipment surfaces and components are properly treated and cared for in response to environmental and standard degradation/wear.
• Provide employees timely, candid and constructive feedback; train and develop employees on technical maintenance skill sets and capabilities to their full potential; provide challenging opportunities that promote continuous improvement and enhance employee career growth; ensure MIL’s standards of customer service, quality, professionalism and commitment are met.
• Operation, installation, repair, maintenance, housekeeping/custodial and continuous improvement of facilities and equipment 
• Troubleshoot and proactively address maintenance issues and requests to ensure optimal equipment/process performance and minimize downtime. 
• Maintain a scheduling and prioritization system in which maintenance tasks are assigned a priority value within and between departments and scope of task, timeframe to completion and specific delegations are identified. System must be continuously updated and easily accessible for management review.
• Work with departments requiring emergency service or equipment modifications in order to meet customer commitments. 
• Oversee and participate in MIL's 24/7 Emergency On-Call Program.
• Assist with the coordination of building projects including qualifying applicable vendors and equipment, allocating resources, scheduling and enforcing completion timelines etc. 
• Ensure compliance with building, equipment and safety standards & regulations.
• Oversee the preventative maintenance program and ensure comprehensive inclusion and effectively scheduled maintenance of applicable company equipment and facilities 
• Identify and implement improvements to further streamline efficiencies and cost savings
• Oversee organizational projects such as inventory management and utilization of 5S.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• PC literate with a thorough understanding of MIL's custom production software, AMMS Maintenance software and Microsoft Office applications
• Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude with experience with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, electronics - PLC schematics, compressors, boilers, rectifiers, chillers,
• Safety committee and/or compliance experience w/ regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA etc.) a plus.
• Must be a quality focused, team-oriented, organized, self-starting individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• BS degree or related fieldwork experience. Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a Maintenance and/or Facilities Manager in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with problem solving / trouble shootings skills are essential.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and interpersonal skills
• Must be proficient in standard computer applications including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong organization and multi-tasking skills – ability to balance and prioritize several projects simultaneously.
• Individual must be authorized to work in the U.S. under one of the following criteria: 1. A citizen of the United States, 2. A lawful permanent resident, 3. A non-citizen National of the United States. 

Reports: The Maintenance Manager will report directly to the Director of Operations and interface with Management and Supervisory staff.

Hours: Start times may vary depending on position and department; must be flexible to work overtime and additional hours as needed to support the department in times of increased demand.

Full-Time MIL employee benefits include: 

• Annual performance and compensation review, with the potential to earn up to two annual bonuses. 
• MIL Inc. 401(k) plan with employer matching and profit sharing. 
• Premium health insurance as well as supplemental vision and dental insurance plans.  
• Company paid and supplemental life insurance and AD&D.
• Company paid holidays and personal paid time-off accrual. 

Please do not hesitate to ask for additional details on any of our benefits & policies.