Supervise assigned hourly crew in making effective repairs to equipment, in or out of operation, in a safe and orderly manner. Help minimize downtime by coordinating repairs to operational equipment with production delays. Promote and maintain good housekeeping in all assigned areas. Control material and tool usage with assigned crew. Determine repair parts and supplies needed to make the necessary repairs and requisitions needed materials. Participate in grievances at a first step level to promote a good working relationship with organized labor and fair equitable solutions for the company. Initiate projects on a limited basis, for repairs to be done during semi-annual shutdowns and procure material for the same. Follow up on the results of maintenance inspections and repairs, modifications to machinery and machine operator contracts. Generate work orders from shift to shift to promote maximum productivity, reliability, and safe operations of equipment through effective repairs. Communicate with maintenance and production supervisors in a professional manner to promote a smooth-running operation. Maintain a safe work environment for all employees. Qualifications: Must be able to recognize defective equipment and appropriately report defects to supervision. Must be able to work in both hot and cold environments. Must be able to practice safe work procedures and comply with applicable safety rules and regulations in a heavy industrial environment. High School graduate preferred. 4 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment. 2 years in a foundry preferred. Good verbal and written skills. Maintenance Specialist or Journeyman card preferred.