Kierownik Utrzymania Ruchu / Maintenance Manager

We are part of the BASF ECMS Group, a global leader in catalysis and the trading and recycling of precious metals. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. At work, we value the following principles: Live integrity, Encourage curiosity, Appreciate people, Deliver results.

Leveraging its deep expertise as the global leader in catalysis and precious metals, BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) serves customers in many industries including automotive, aerospace, indoor air quality, semiconductors and hydrogen economy, and provides full loop services with its precious metals trading and recycling offering.

With a focus on circular solutions and sustainability, ECMS is committed to helping our customers create a cleaner, more sustainable world.  Protecting our elements of life is our purpose and this inspires us to ever-new solutions. 

ECMS operates globally in 15 countries with approximately 20 production sites and over 4,000 employees.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensuring effective troubleshooting and failure removal, including full root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions within the assigned area.
• Root cause analysis of key/recurrent failures (“Bad Actors”) and implementation of remedial measures to eliminate them.
• Defining objectives and monitoring maintenance indicators (at minimum: UL, SL, MCI). Taking effective action in case of deviations from defined targets.
• Analyzing failure trends and defining corrective and preventive actions.
• Analyzing failure-related costs and proposing optimization measures.
• Creating and optimizing maintenance plans and procedures (both preventive and reactive).
• Ensuring that required inspections, maintenance, and reviews are carried out.
• Ensuring organization of work in the assigned area in compliance with legal requirements and internal procedures and rules.
• Defining and implementing maintenance strategies.
• Active participation in projects related to defining, improving, and transferring production technologies.
• Proposing ideas that can improve efficiency, quality (of processes and products), and safety.
• Providing technical support to other plant departments, especially in areas related to safety incident analysis, including defining and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Supporting the continuous improvement and reliability process of the reactive and preventive maintenance teams (MERP).
• Supervising, executing, and optimizing services commissioned by the technical department’s engineers.
• Ensuring compliance with legal requirements (and BASF global standards) for machines, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Updating technical documentation for machines, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Implementing and updating work instructions for the technical department.
• Effectively implementing modifications to machines/equipment and infrastructure initiated by the technical department to improve their availability.
• Standardizing spare parts for machines, equipment, and infrastructure.

REQUIREMENTS:

Professional experience:

• Manufacturing industry – 5 years or more
• Work in a similar position – 5 years or more
• Experience in team management – 5 years or more

Other requirements:

• Higher education degree
• Ability to collaborate effectively with other processes/areas
• Strong communication skills and ability to share knowledge
• Ability to take effective actions to achieve process objectives
• Entrepreneurial and proactive approach
• Problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Team management skills
• Advanced command of English
• Knowledge of labor law (working time, general regulations), Office of Technical Inspection (UDT) requirements
• Knowledge of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
• Practical knowledge of SAP PM
• Ability to use the Bad Actor analysis tool
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation
• Knowledge of project management principles
• Understanding of legal requirements for operation of machines and equipment
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 requirements
• Knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001 requirements within the relevant area
• Familiarity with internal regulations and instructions applicable to the area of responsibility
• Knowledge of problem-solving methodologies, including 8D and RCA (Root Cause Analysis)
• Advanced knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools (Kaizen, 5S)
• Understanding of customer-specific requirements within the area of responsibility
• Knowledge of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) principles
• Proficient use of training and competency modules in CompliantPro

What we offer:

• Work in one of the most modern catalyst production plants in Europe, in a company with a strong organizational culture based on high standards and values
• A comprehensive benefits package, including private LuxMed VIP medical care, a lunch card, and access to the Employee Support Program (psychological, financial, and legal support)
• Subsidy for life insurance and MultiSport card
• Free employee transport on specific routes (including Legnica, Lubin, Sobótka, Wrocław, Ścinawa)
• Employee clubs (including running, mountain climbing, and soccer clubs), as well as sports initiatives, team-building events, and charity campaigns
• Subsidies for leisure activities, additional social benefits, and summer day camps for children. You can find the full benefits package at: www.pracawbasf.pl
• Opportunity for career development in a leading chemical company in the world, in a friendly atmosphere and a great team – join us!