About Horizons Window Fashions

With roots stretching back to 1891, Horizons has experienced unprecedented growth via the marketing and production of unique and innovative window fashions not available from any other company. We’re proud of our long, rich heritage of creating supreme quality, locally crafted products in Waukegan, Illinois. We are a highly driven team and we are constantly looking for people with the same passion to make things happen.

In 2013 Horizons was acquired by Springs Window Fashions. Springs has been part of the window treatments industry since 1939 and is Headquartered in Middleton WI. Springs has over 8,000 associates and 18 locations worldwide. We pride ourselves as “The Best Experience Company”, striving to provide the best experience for our consumers, channel partners, and associates.

Job Summary – Maintenance Manager (Facility, Mechanical, Electrical)

Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, the Maintenance Manager ensures that all Safety, Quality, Associate Development and Continuous Improvement goals are achieved for the Maintenance Department as well as the entire plant.  

Responsibilities include working cooperatively as part of the Management Team, driving a culture of accountability and developing the maintenance team to be a high-performing pro-active group with full scope of responsibilities for equipment, services and facilities. 

This role involves a strong focus on Preventative Maintenance, uptime, output, and cost as well as team leadership and development.

Job Duties

• Assign and direct activities of maintenance, machine shop, and facilities personnel.
• Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of entire facility.
• Establish and document policies and procedures for the inspection, maintenance, and repair of equipment.
• Train personnel within the facilities maintenance department.
• Assist in the troubleshooting and repair of textile cutting and support equipment.
• Provide leadership and direction to direct reports.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and up to date records of all maintenance activity, including routine and preventative maintenance, and unscheduled repairs.
• Oversee inventory program consisting of both facility and machine parts.
• Contract for repair services not performed in house.
• Ensure compliance with mechanical, electrical, and all other Federal and state codes.
• Lead Continuous Improvement efforts, TPM Program and 5S
• Actively participate in Plant Central Safety Committee and lead Safety initiatives in both Maintenance and Plant wide
• Maintain Electronic PM system and Asset Control
• Lead engineering & facilities projects
• Ensure compliance of all facility and utility regulations

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Engineering or related field
• Minimum 5 years direct experience in mechanical and/or electronic.
• Minimum 5 years direct experience in facilities maintenance.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Experience creating and Implementing Preventative Maintenance Program
• Experience with Maintenance Technician training and development
• Facility Maintenance and Vendor contract and relations
• Maintenance Shop 5S
• Part stock/repair and inventory control

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting ability.
• Available for flexible scheduling to meet the needs of the company.
• Must be self-motivated and solution oriented.
• Excellent mechanical skills and an eye for detail
• Electrical (PLC) skills
• Ability to maintain good relationships with employees, vendors and senior staff.

Behavioral Competencies

• Ensures Accountability – Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
• Drive Engagement – Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives
• Instill Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
• Drive Results – Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances
• Consumer/Customer Focus – Building strong customer relationships and delivering on customer-centric solutions
• Critical Thinking – Making Sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
• Being Resilient – Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations
• Optimize Work Processes – Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement