Our client is seeking qualified and experienced Chief Engineer (Maintenance Manager / Head Mechanic) candidates for great opportunity with growing private linen/laundry services company in the Los Angeles area (Gardena, CA).

Summary:The Chief Engineer leads a maintenance staff of 4 mechanics and keeps all equipment in good safe working order. The Chief is expected to not only be a leader, but is also hands-on with preventive maintenance and repairs. The Chief will train and develop the maintenance team, ensure safe operation of all equipment, and is ultimately responsible for the maintenance programs for all laundering, folding, ironing, and sealing equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safety is Priority #1. Ensure a safe working environment, and protection of all company assets. 
• Lead plant safety program including ensuring all safety regulatory policies and procedures are implemented and maintained and managing insurance requirements for equipment and facilities.
• Manage and train the maintenance staff. Interview, select, hire, develop, train and progressively counsel (if necessary) all direct reports in conjunction with Human Resources.
• Responsible for supervising repairs and maintenance of industrial washers, dryers, ironers, folders, overhead rail system, boilers, compressors, conveyors, and other equipment.
• Develops and Maintains Preventive Maintenance (PM) records and inspections noting defects and deficiencies and tags defective equipment for non-use when necessary.
• Works collaboratively with the Director of Operations to develop a PM schedule that is aligned with customer requirements. The PM schedule should be based off the OEM equipment manufacturer's weekly, monthly, quarterly PM schedule.
• Troubleshoot, install equipment, analyze and repair complex mechanical and electrical faults, including compressed air operated machines with little supervision.
• Purchase parts, equipment, and services to support operations within budget.
• Partner with chemical vendor to ensure correct titration of chemicals, which directly affects the quality of the products, total chemical usage, and chemical cost per pound.
• Maintain constant interaction with supervisors and managers, as well as plant associates to maintain awareness of plant activities.

Requirements:

• 5+ years industrial maintenance management experience
• Commercial laundry experience is required.
• Must have a preventive maintenance mindset, and experience managing a PM program in this industry or a similar industry.
• Previous supervisory/management experience is required. Proven ability to lead and train a team of maintenance technicians.
• CMMS (maintenance work order software) experience required.
• Strong background in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and troubleshooting skills with specific knowledge of machinery, electricity, electronics, PLCs, plumbing, welding, steam and boilers.
• Able to read blueprints and electrical/electronic schematics.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus

Benefits:Why join this company?

• Very competitive base salary: $130-180k, depending on your experience
• Bonus potential
• Paid time off
• Retirement: 401k with company match
• Insurance: Health and dental
• A family business, with a family atmosphere where you'll be supported and your voice will be heard

Apply today! A recruiter will contact all qualified candidates.