WHO WE ARE

Kisuma Chemicals in Veendam has more than 120 employees and is the market leader in the field of plastic additives. With production locations in the Netherlands, Japan and China, and sales offices in North America, India and Singapore, we are the largest producer of synthetic hydrotalcites and other special magnesium compounds worldwide. We are recognized as a global leader in customer focus, research and technology. Moreover, we are an innovative company that is committed to sustainability.

VACANCY

As a Maintenance Manager you are responsible for managing, coordinating and improving all maintenance activities within our factory. You play a crucial role in ensuring the optimal functioning of our production equipment and facilities. You lead a team (12 FTE) of maintenance technicians and work closely with other departments to minimize downtime and ensure production quality.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Improving the technical availability of production installations.

• Developing and implementing data-driven maintenance policy.

• Ensure the safety and quality of production installations.

• Managing, developing and coaching employees, assessing the results and creating an environment in which employees can deliver the agreed results.

• Continue to build the maintenance team. You involve the organization in continuous improvement.

WHO ARE YOU

• You have a demonstrable HBO or WO working and thinking level with a technical background.

• At least 10 years of work experience in a technical environment and 5 years as a manager.

• You have extensive experience in technical (maintenance) work.

• You have knowledge of continuous improvement (e.g. TPM, LEAN).

• You have a successful track record in the rollout of data-driven asset management and predictive maintenance.

• You have thorough knowledge of guidelines, standards for maintenance, replacement and new construction in the areas of quality, environment, ergonomics and safety (law and regulations).

• You have the following competencies: team player focused on collaboration, results-oriented, proactive, enterprising, energetic and organizationally sensitive.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

An excellent salary and numerous benefits such as a fixed year-end bonus, 25,5, vacation days, with the option to save extra days, a very generous travel allowance, plus a non-contributory pension. Kisuma has a pleasant working atmosphere, where safety comes first.

FEATURES

• Maintenance

• Management

• Cooperation

- An assessment can be part of the procedure-