Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
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Job ID: 2026-2750
# of Openings: 1
Category: Maintenance
Afton Chemical
Overview
Afton Chemical Corporation is part of the NewMarket Corporation (NYSE: NEU) family of companies, and is one of the largest global suppliers of lubricant additives and offers a broad line of fuel additives worldwide.
JOB SUMMARY:
Direct and oversee all phases of plant electrical and instrumentation maintenance to ensure the safe, environmentally friendly and cost-effective production of quality products to serve our customers. Manage/supervise a team of wage roll employees.
Responsibilities
- Supervise subordinates, resolve employee problems and disciplinary issues in accordance with the Union contract. Consult with Human Resources as appropriate.
- Oversee and ensure development, implementation and monitoring of a comprehensive safety program in assigned area. Areas of accountability will include documentation of safety activities, interactive safety inspections, safety training, JSA’s, active reporting and corrective action program. Foster a culture of safety.
- Coordinate with operations management to execute maintenance work plans according to the maintenance schedule while managing schedule breakers and emergency work by prioritizing and efficiently allocating resources to meet customer needs.
- Provide guidance and direction to the maintenance staff on technical issues. Provide options and alternatives to resolve problems based on prior experience and technical research (equipment files, work order history, etc.). Advise engineers on needs of the electrical group and execute solutions accordingly.
- Conceive, develop and implement ongoing cost containment/improvement initiatives including:
- General expense control and reduction
- Employee overtime reduction and productivity improvement
- Review of preventative and predictive maintenance techniques
- Completion of repetitive failure analysis
- Participate in the plant reliability program, routinely reviewing maintenance requests, backlogs, scheduling priorities and planning processes, etc. to minimize turnaround time and avoid unplanned outages
- Investigate and manage grievances according to the labor contract's written process.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- 5+ years’ experience in Electrical Maintenance Supervision
SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Demonstrates an in-depth working knowledge of electrical and instrumentation process equipment operation and applications
- Demonstrates an in-depth working knowledge of piping systems, schematics, engineering and electrical drawings
- Demonstrates knowledge of ASME, ANSI codes
- Demonstrates understanding of OSHA regulations and a basic knowledge of local and state regulations concerning plant operation and construction
- Demonstrates effective presentation, facilitation, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
- Able to manage multiple tasks concurrently
- Able to interact effectively with all levels of employees
- Able to cope with multiple interruptions
- Able to troubleshoot electrical systems/equipment
- Demonstrates computer literacy with regard to Afton’s routine applications (SAP, Microsoft Office, etc.) and is able to use appropriate software to solve engineering problems
Working at Afton
Who We Are– We are a diverse, global family of individuals, who share a passion for developing innovative solutions.We build our professional relationships on respect, integrity and a commitment to safety and quality. Just as these values apply to our professional relationships, they also apply to the way feel about our neighbors and communities.
Our Work- At Afton, our innovative R&D programs lead to global growth. Our lubricant and fuel additives are among the most highly developed and widely used in the petroleum industry. Afton is a recognized and trusted supplier of driveline lubricant additives, engine oil additives, fuel additives and industrial lubricant additives.
Benefits / Compensation-
Pay Range: $87,000 - $105,000
Our employees are our most treasured asset and we are committed to recognizing and rewarding our employees for their commitment on an ongoing basis. In addition to the salary listed above, we offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:
- 100% Company funded Pension Plan
- 401kSavings Plan including a company match
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Dependent and Personal Accident Insurance
- Identity Theft insurance
The pay range displayed on each job posting reflects the previously determined minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries; within the range, individual pay is determined by factors including job scope, job-related skills, experience and relevant education or training. Please note that the pay range listed in this posting reflects the base salary only and does not include the value of benefits that are provided in addition to the salary for this position.
An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual’s race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual’s race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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