Kennedy Valve-Foundry Maintenance Manager

Kennedy Valve
Elmira, NY


Kennedy Valve, a member of the McWane family of companies, is a gray and ductile iron foundry and computerized machining and assembly company. We have been an active community partner in Elmira, New York, for over 125 years.

People providing peace of mind water solutions.

To save lives, resources, and property by supplying the best waterworks and fire protection products in the world.

Our culture is important to us and forms the foundation for everything we do. Successful Team Members will embrace and perform in accordance with our following core values:

Safety : People First – Step Up

Environment : Protect Our Communities – Keep It Clean

Leadership : I am Always On Stage – First Manage My Own Words & Behaviors

Accountability : Lead Myself Well – Own It, Correct It, Learn From It, Move On

Excellence : Always Working To Be Better – Value & Add Value

Trust : The Speed Of Trust – Build, Don’t Break

Teamwork : Help Each Other Be Great – Win Together

Communication : Clear, Candid, & Constructive – Right Words, Right Time, Right Way

 

WHY KENNEDY VALVE?

Kennedy Valve offers great wages, stability, and benefits packages:

 

  • Competitive Salary $107,067-$132,260
  • Prorated vacation for the first year of employment. 
  • Twelve paid Holidays
  • Retirement 401k- with company match
  • Educational Reimbursement after one year
  • Competitive Medical Benefits/Cost

 

Job Description



SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Maintenance and Facilities Director, will assist with maintenance planning, training, safety, special projects, and scheduling work. This position requires supervising and coordinating the work of employees within the maintenance department that repair, maintain the building/facility, and production machinery/equipment in the facility.

 

JOB DUTIES

  • Work directly with the Foundry Maintenance team, and Foundry team.
  • Make appropriate recommendations for corrective actions based on hazards, procedural discrepancies, deterioration of equipment, schedule maintenance activities, update PMs for efficiency and improvements.
  • Consult with Production Operations to determine production needs and maintenance support.
  • Plan daily and weekly activities of maintenance department.
  • Coordinate emergency repairs and monitor maintenance parts, and materials as needed for emergency repairs.
  • Develop long range preventative, routine maintenance, and training plans for employees.
  • Perform the following audit types: Parts Audits, PM Audits
  • Job Planning to include cost summaries, parts requisitions, equipment modification and outside contractor support as needed.
  • Monitor and enforce safety and housekeeping practices including hazardous waste disposal.
  • Directly involved in new hire process for department, coaching employees, and progressive discipline.
  • Coordinate contractors for projects or repairs
  • Inventory Management within the maintenance department

Qualifications



EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL

QUALIFICATIONS

Five to Seven years supervisory experience or five years maintenance experience in a Foundry
Certification or technical degree in related area preferred.

REQUIRED TRAITS

  • Attention to detail through ambitious goal setting and productive project management.
  • Firm foundation of trust through excellent verbal and written communication
  • Projects a consistent, reliable presence that inspires calm and confidence in our team members.
  • Sound technical, leadership and critical thinking skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Standing for extended periods of time, walking throughout the facility, ability to lift 50lbs as required.

Additional Information



Work Environment

  • Exposed to elements, such as cold, heat, noise, dust, odors, fumes, etc.
  • Work time is spent on the manufacturing floor and in a managerial office.
  • Potential for alternating rotation of 1st and 2nd shifts.
  • Minimal travel requirements to other McWane facilities and suppliers.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above

job description

is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

 

Kennedy Valve Co. is an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to perform substance abuse testing. McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation , veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA - gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Please note this

job description

is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.
Posted 2025-09-24

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