Maintenance Manager
Position Summary
Our are seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead their maintenance operations within a fast-paced industrial manufacturing environment. This role requires a strong balance of tactical execution and strategic system leadership, with a focus on improving equipment reliability, developing maintenance talent, and implementing structured maintenance programs.
The ideal candidate is a proven leader who can both "turn the wrench" and build scalable systems, bringing discipline to maintenance planning, MRO management, and asset lifecycle decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance Leadership & Execution
- Lead, coach, and develop a maintenance team of approximately 8 direct reports across multiple shifts
- Serve as a hands-on leader, troubleshooting equipment issues and supporting critical repairs as needed
- Drive daily maintenance activities, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum equipment uptime
- Establish accountability and performance standards across a team with varying skill and motivation levels
Systems & Process Development
- Build and implement structured preventive (PM) and predictive maintenance programs
- Develop and standardize maintenance workflows, KPIs, and reporting systems
- Improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) through disciplined maintenance processes
- Utilize CMMS or similar systems to manage work orders, track performance, and drive data-based decisions
Training & Workforce Development
- Design and implement training programs for maintenance technicians, including skill progression and cross-training
- Mentor high-potential team members and elevate overall technical capability
- Address performance gaps and create a culture of continuous improvement and accountability
Asset Lifecycle & Reliability
- Evaluate equipment performance and conduct end-of-life analyses for tooling and machinery
- Develop capital replacement plans and recommend investments based on reliability, cost, and operational impact
- Identify root causes of failures and implement long-term corrective actions
MRO & Inventory Management
- Oversee Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) inventory, ensuring proper stocking levels and cost control
- Optimize spare parts strategy to balance downtime risk and working capital
- Improve procurement processes and vendor management for maintenance-related materials
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Engineering, Production, and Operations teams to improve plant performance
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and plant-wide operational goals
- Contribute technical expertise to equipment upgrades, installations, and process changes
Qualifications
Required
- Minimum 5+ years managing a maintenance department in a manufacturing environment
- Strong hands-on mechanical and troubleshooting skills (ability and willingness to work on equipment directly)
- Proven experience implementing and managing preventive/predictive maintenance systems
- Experience managing MRO inventory and maintenance budgets
- Demonstrated leadership experience, including developing teams and driving accountability
Preferred
- 10-15+ years of total maintenance experience
- Background in industrial manufacturing environments (extrusion experience is a strong plus)
- Engineering background (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) highly preferred
- Experience with CMMS systems and data-driven maintenance strategies
- Strong understanding of capital equipment planning and lifecycle analysis
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