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Alene Candles LLC & Midwest is a private label, contract manufacturer that produces high-quality candles for some of the world’s most recognized retail, boutique, and cosmetic brands. With our headquarters in New Hampshire and locations in Ohio, we’ve been in business for over 30 years. We are passionate about making the best products in the world, making safety our number one priority, and being an insanely great place to work.

The Position

We are seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to be responsible for the maintenance of the plant, property, equipment, and safety systems as well as providing day to day direction, training, and management of the facilities team. You will be accountable to complete and maintain a robust PM program, establishing spares inventory, and maintaining levels to support operational needs. You will also be required to learn operational functions of equipment, repair, and provide preventative maintenance and repair of line equipment and train as needed. 

We are located at 8860 Smith's Mill Rd, Ste 200, New Albany, OH 43054. This is an onsite position in an indoor, climate controlled environment.

• Plan, oversee and coordinate activities related to development, design, construction, modification and maintenance of equipment, machinery and facilities.
• Direct maintenance activities for plant, property and equipment systems.
• Ability to prepare request for quotations (RFQ’s), bid sheets and contracts for equipment and facility upgrades preferred.
• Project management for implementation, and qualification of plant improvement initiatives.
• Define and optimize equipment set-up, run, and maintenance procedures.
• Manage the Preventative Maintenance system
• Supervise and direct activities of maintenance team.
• Provide leadership in identifying cost saving opportunities in equipment and facilities related processes.
• Train maintenance staff and operations on effective operation of equipment.
• Communicate effectively with staff and work cross functionally with other departments.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)
• Eight (8) to ten (10) years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment with responsibilities for equipment, facilities, and safety support.
• At least 1 year of supervisory experience.

• BS degree in Engineering or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience working with third party contractors and suppliers is a plus.
• Experience with Preventative Maintenance, CAD, and Project Management Software preferred.
• Effective communicator, both oral and written.
• Proven ability to develop and implement facility and equipment solutions that reduce cost, improve efficiency, and insure alignment with local, federal, and company safety standards.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analysis multiple variables and define practical solutions.
• Ability to set priorities for multiple projects and equipment breakdowns.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with HVAC systems, electrical, mechanical, automated process equipment, engineering, and maintenance principles.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise supporting personnel and work cross-functionally at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain safety programs.

Alene offers a host of competitive benefits for full-time employees, some of which include: Medical, Dental, and Vision with a Healthcare Reimbursement Account, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance (100% company paid), Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement and “Alene Gives Back” – our paid volunteer program.

Alene Candles provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Should you require assistance completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact recruitment@alene.com or call 614-933-4005 and ask to speak to Human Resources. We will make every effort to accommodate your needs in a reasonable amount of time.