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Aperam S&S USA is seeking a hands-on, organized, and proactive Technical & Safety & Manager to oversee facility safety, maintenance coordination, purchasing support, vendor management, and operational improvement initiatives at our processing center in Sterling Heights, Michigan.

This is a highly visible, single-site leadership role that combines environmental health and safety (EHS), maintenance coordination, technical support, and facility operations. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, understands industrial equipment, can read blueprints, possesses a strong understanding of electrical systems, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Safety & Compliance

• Maintain compliance with OSHA and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manage safety programs, inspections, training, reporting, and documentation
• Lead incident investigations and corrective actions
• Coordinate safety committees, audits, and compliance activities
• Manage contractor safety programs and work permits
• Oversee PPE programs and safety improvement initiatives

Maintenance & Facility Coordination

• Coordinate preventive maintenance (PM) schedules, inspections, and maintenance activities.
• Develop, implement, and improve preventive maintenance procedures.
• Support troubleshooting efforts on production equipment and facility systems.
• Read and interpret mechanical and electrical blueprints to assist with equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Work closely with production and maintenance personnel to minimize equipment downtime.
• Coordinate outside contractors and service providers for equipment repairs and facility projects.
• Maintain maintenance records, equipment documentation, and spare parts inventory.
• Support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Purchasing & Operations Support

• Manage purchasing for production consumables, PPE, spare parts, maintenance supplies and shop materials.
• Create purchase orders and support vendor setup processes.
• Review invoices and coordinate with vendors to ensure timely delivery and issue resolution.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, supplier improvements, and operational efficiencies.

Project Management

• Support capital equipment and facility improvement projects from planning through implementation.
• Coordinate quotations, vendors, implementation, and startup activities

Qualifications:

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is a plus but not required. Equivalent technical training and relevant manufacturing experience will also be considered.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing, industrial operations, facilities, maintenance coordination, or a related technical environment.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience troubleshooting, maintaining, or coordinating repairs on industrial machinery and facility equipment.
• Experience developing, implementing, and managing preventive maintenance (PM) programs.
• Experience coordinating vendors, contractors, and outside service providers.
• Purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical blueprints.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems and manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and manufacturing safety practices.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and effectively support cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with SAP, CMMS, or other maintenance management systems is preferred.
• Experience with TPM, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, or other continuous improvement methodologies is preferred.

Why Join Us?

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on plant safety, equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement. You'll work closely with production, maintenance, leadership, vendors, and contractors to help ensure a safe, efficient, and well-maintained manufacturing operation.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary (based on experience and qualifications)
• Bonus plan eligibility
• Medical Insurance (minimal cost)
• Dental Insurance (no cost)
• Vision (not Cost)
• Life/AD&D
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• PTO
• 401(K) Safe Harbor (employer contribution)
• 401(K) Match (w/employee deferral)
• Profit Sharing

Location: Michigan | Sterling Heights | On-site |

Join us in creating a safer workplace where operational excellence meets employee well-being!