Maintenance and Repair Manager
Memphis, TN (USA)
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Post Date: 11/04/09 Company: Seacastle
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Seacastle is one of the largest operating lessors of intermodal equipment in the world. We currently have a need for a qualified Maintenance & Repair Manager in the Memphis, TN

Position Summary
Manage the maintenance and repair (M&R) vendors of the Mid-South Consolidated Chassis Pool (MCCP); Provide safe equipment while controlling costs; Supervise M&R field survey staff; Implement and follow MCCP Maintenance & Repair Procedures; and Maintain cooperative and positive working relationships with customers and vendors.

Responsibilities
  • Follow MCCP Maintenance & Repair Procedures.
  • Maintain cooperative and positive working relationships with customers and vendors.
  • Disseminate MCCP repair criteria and standards to customers, vendors and M&R staff.
  • Plan, implement, measure and report cost savings initiatives.
  • Participate in scheduled and ad hoc M&R Committee meetings.
  • Supervise M&R field survey staff.
  • Plan and supervise implementation of comprehensive FHWA inspection program for fleet.
  • Utilize PooStat3 effectively to manage the M&R costs within the MCCP.
  • Communicate to the MCCP surveyors and customers in a clear and concise manner.
  • Work closely with all MCCP staff to ensure chassis are safe, available and cost effective.
  • Ensure through both staff and oneself, that the following are completed:
  • Review and process repair estimates from M&R vendors.
  • Perform daily audits of vendors' chassis inspections. At least 20 audits per vendor per month.
  • Perform post-repair inspections on chassis repaired.
  • Negotiate vendor rates and tariffs when required.
  • Perform vendor selection recommendations and reviews.
  • Ensure all repair facilities are aware of and responsive to pool's immediate and projected equipment requirements.
  • Communicate with vendors in a clear and concise manner.


Requirements
  • Bachelors degree preferred
  • Maintenance and repair experience and knowledge of industry (minimum 5 years required)
  • Previous management experience required
  • IICL certification strongly preferred
  • Valid drivers license with ability to operate a company vehicle
  • Pass the eRailsafe test to gain access to all local rail ramps
  • Excellent oral and written skills; in addition to attention to detail
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
  • Flexibility to quickly adapt to change
  • Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and excel in a fast paced and dynamic work environment
  • Must be able to multi-task and work independently as well as contribute to the overall success of the team
  • Must comply with OSHA regulations and specific location safety policies and procedures

Work Environment
  • This job function is performed on-site at a rail yard requiring significant safety precautions and safety gear.
  • Tempo is fast-paced with stringent deadlines.
 
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