Maintenance Manager
About The Position
The Maintenance Manager oversees maintenance operations in a fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment. The role leads supervisory staff responsible for Machine Repair, Maintenance Technicians, Electricians, and General Maintenance, including building and grounds. The manager ensures effective preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, equipment repairs, and facility upkeep to support safe, reliable, and efficient production operations. Working closely with Operations and Engineering, the manager improves equipment reliability and performance, coordinates maintenance activities, manages departmental budgets, and supports the training and development of maintenance personnel.
Requirements
- At least eight years of overall maintenance experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- At least four years of progressive leadership experience, most recently at the manager level.
- Demonstrated experience in general and preventive maintenance.
- Experience and ability to support a 24/7 manufacturing operation.
- High school diploma or GED.
Responsibilities
- Manage supervisory staff overseeing Machine Repair, Maintenance Technicians, Electricians, and General Maintenance, including building and grounds.
- Provide manufacturing with troubleshooting and technical maintenance support.
- Partner with Operations and Engineering to improve reliability and efficiency.
- Oversee preventive maintenance and set priorities for preventive maintenance work orders, maintenance requisitions, and scheduled work.
- Coordinate maintenance activities between shifts.
- Schedule vacation and coordinate overtime for Skilled Trades and department staff.
- Apply knowledge of the union contract when assigning responsibilities to skilled trades personnel.
- Supervise and assist with new installations and equipment moves.
- Respond to and expedite emergency production equipment repairs.
- Manage Maintenance, Tooling, and Factory Supplies budgets.
- Administer and manage the Equipment/Plant Maintenance software system.
- Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.
- Communicate about technical issues and obtain information for problem assessments.
- Confer with other supervisors to coordinate department activities.
- Maintain and assist training and apprentice programs to improve maintenance personnel effectiveness.
- Maintain plant facilities to provide a neat, clean, and safe work environment.
- Interpret company policies and enforce safety regulations.
- Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders for skilled trades and assign duties.
- Initiate or suggest plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.
- Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
