Assistant Maintenance Manager

Position Title:

Assistant Maintenance Manager

Pay Rate:

$90,900 - $105,000

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s annual incentive plan.

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

Amarillo Container Plant

4715 NE 24th Street

Amarillo, TX 79107

The Job You Will Perform:

The Assistant Maintenance Manager will be responsible for managing a shift or team of maintenance hourly technicians, the compilation of reports & statistics related to key performance measures for the maintenance department, the planning process for maintenance projects and leading various EHS initiatives related to maintenance & environmental compliance under the direction of the facility Maintenance Manager.

Duties for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Following all safety rules and practices as well as being accountable for ensuring maintenance personnel follow the same safety rules and practices
• Supervision of a shift or team of maintenance hourly technicians
• Managing the maintenance budget for the facility
• Assisting Maintenance Manager with development and management of capital projects
• Utilizing various systems (including KIWI and SAP) to track and report maintenance key performance measures
• Managing the work order system utilizing SAP and tracking work orders through proficiency including compilation of reports for the facility leadership team
• Planning/scheduling maintenance projects including scheduling of proper personnel (employees & contractors), maintaining project budget, ensuring access to machine manuals, ensuring necessary parts are in inventory and working with the production team to schedule time for completion of the project
• Planning/scheduling predictive & preventative maintenance activities
• Conducting a weekly maintenance priority meeting with the maintenance and production leadership team at the facility
• Leading Environmental Health & Safety initiatives in the facility, including but not limited to: air permitting, storm water compliance, HAZMAT, wastewater compliance, roof maintenance, infrared inspections, compressed air management, chilling tower/chiller, air handlers, fire & safety system inspections, contractor training, employee training, electrical and hot work
• Acting as a back-up Maintenance Manager as needed
• Maintaining open communications with managers and first-line leaders at the plant to ensure they are informed of problems and/or unusual situations
• In conjunction with the hourly maintenance team, management of the inventory/parts for the facility maintenance department storeroom including SAP system management and kitting of up-coming maintenance projects.
• Candidates should be motivated to further grow into leadership, with the expectation of developing toward potential promotion to Maintenance Manager as opportunities arise.

The Skills You Will Bring:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; associate degree, bachelor’s degree or technical degree preferred.
• Solid Computer / System skill set and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is required. Prior experience utilizing SAP and KIWI is highly preferred.
• Prior supervisory/leadership experience in an industrial maintenance department is required.
• Skilled in electrical troubleshooting, low voltage, control circuits, VFD’s, and PLC troubleshooting is highly preferred.
• Prior mechanical, electrical and/or maintenance troubleshooting experience is required. Corrugated experience is highly preferred
• Prior experience with predictive/preventative maintenance programs, inventory and capital project planning is highly preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required
• The ability to multi-task and prioritize work effectively is required
• Key competencies required include:
  • Functional/Technical
  • Problem Solving
  • Action / Results Oriented
  • Priority Setting
  • Integrity and Trust
  • Perseverance

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets. 

The Career You Will Build:

Sales and Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.

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