RESPECT to people, COURAGE to be pioneers and raise the bar, and always demonstrating INTEGRITY and authenticity. Do these core values align with yours? If so, Lhoist North America may be the place for you! We are a company that believes our people make it happen and rewards talent by offering opportunities to further develop your knowledge and interests. Within our organization, we offer safety first environments, collaboration across teams, diverse and inclusive workspaces all while challenging each other to grow.

POSITION SUMMARY: Electrical supervisor position should include, but not be limited to, developing workable weekly schedules, order materials to complete work orders, track daily completion of work orders, control backlog and assist employees with troubleshooting and design needs of plant equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:

Direct Electrical Maintenance Program, with:

• Control of work order execution
• Development and control of spare parts inventory
• Documentation of changes
• Specification and design of new installations

Coaching and Development of Your Electrical Team

• Set expectations and standards for high levels of performance
• Actively coach your team to ensure their development and success
• Provide factual performance feedback and accountability for results.
• Train and develop a high performing, flexible team that takes pride in accomplishment and excellence.
• Document all development of team members.

Leadership

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Conduct shift safety meetings
• Ability to prioritize task and delegate effectively
• Recognize opportunities and set goals to accomplish what needs to be done.
• Develop justification, strategies, and tactics to accomplish goals.
• Effectively lead your team and support inter/intra-departmental efforts to achieve continuous improvement in a journey to excellence.

Team Player

• Actively supports the success of the greater plant team.
• Work closely with the plant lab and maintenance departments to schedule tasks and resolve issues.
• Participates in and support interdepartmental improvement initiatives.

Technical Skills

• Project lead on local electrical projects and local project lead for a major electrical system rebuild
• Interface with Production Manager/Supervision to design and implement process and material handling controls and instrumentation.
• Initiate a program of continuously improving instrumentation, calibration, and controls.
• Specific training in PLC's and Instrumentation required. ISA certification is helpful.

Perform other duties as assigned

ATTRIBUTES:

• Proven self-direction and leadership abilities.
• Good understanding of safety and the desire to following all established procedures are required.
• Effectively integrate safety and environmental values and compliance into all strategies and activities.
• The ability and willingness to work on any shift, and be on call, overtime, and weekends as needed to direct projects and ensure reliability.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate on all levels.
• Proven hands-on and team oriented with the abilities to direct others
• Good analytical and problem solving skills.
• Good presentation and public speaking skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects and meeting all required deadlines.
• Strong sense of urgency in meeting customer needs.
• Must have strong PLC experience (i.e. G.E. Allen Bradley) and (Wonderware) software and electrical and electronic control systems programming and installation experience.
• Demonstrated experience with project management of electrical maintenance and capital projects
• Must be able to read and interpret electrical diagrams and schematics
• Must be able to read and interpret electrical standards and codes
• Must have strong material handling equipment and layout experience
• Proficiency with current NEC and NFPA codes is required.
• Demonstrated track record of continuous improvement of workforce skills and manufacturing KPI's.
• Effective process problem solver using facts and logic to identify likely causes and resolve deviations and issues.
• Steps forward to take leadership responsibilities to ensure attainment of goals. Does not wait to be directed or selected.
• Effective written and oral communications with management, peers, and employees.
• A professional who likes to take initiative and ownership and enjoys working in a collaborative team environment.
• Must have good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Previous SAP knowledge is a plus.

Physical Demands include, but are not limited to:

• Must be physically capable of performing all required duties
• Tolerate working outside in severe weather conditions as well as exposure to industrial high temperature, noise and dust.
• Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.
• Will be working in both an office environment and in a mineral environment.
• The employee will be exposed to the following working conditions: Extreme Heat and Cold, Noise, Vibration, Oils, and Atmospheric Conditions such as Dust, Fumes, and Metallic Particles.
• The employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time): Standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing and sitting.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Required Experience: Must have at least with at least 5 to 7 years of previous industrial electrical or electronic control system, electrical schematics, control panels and PLC, software, programming for equipment (i.e. mixing, conveying and weighing applications), HMI and MCC experience in mining construction, and/or mining union or non-union environment. Must have experience commissioning of new equipment and systems are preferred. Strong understanding of material handling equipment and automation. Previous experience directing hourly employees and managing subcontractors. Experience with low and medium voltage.

Required Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required. Successfully completed a maintenance apprenticeship program, graduated from a Vo-Tech program is a plus. Associate or BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology or related field. and with at least 5 to 7 years of previous industrial electrical or electronic control system, electrical schematics, control panels and PLC programming for equipment (i.e. mixing, conveying and weighing applications), HMI and MCC experience in a fast pace manufacturing or construction environment. Must have at least 3 to 5 years of previous manager level experience. Must have experience commissioning of new equipment and systems are preferred.

Lhoist North America offers a very competitive salary package that includes but is not limited to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, vacation, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with Lhoist North America 401K retirement savings options which includes an employer match. Lhoist North America also recognizes the importance of continuing education by offering Educational Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and professional growth.

Here at Lhoist North America, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these protected characteristics. We encourage applications from all individuals and strongly support diversity in our workplace. We strive to create an inclusive environment for everyone, and we are committed to treating everyone in a fair and equitable manner. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.