Maintenance Manager (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)

Mitsubishi Chemical Group • Willoughby, OH

5d • $95,300 - $119,100 • Onsite

About The Position

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance and facility support activities at our Willoughby, OH facility. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for supporting safety, quality, operational performance, customer experience, and long-term profitability. The role involves overseeing maintenance activities while partnering closely with Production and site leadership to improve equipment performance, manage costs, strengthen preventive and predictive maintenance practices, and build a high-performing maintenance organization. This position is for a hands-on maintenance leader who enjoys developing teams, improving equipment reliability, and solving complex manufacturing challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance management experience
• Minimum of 10 years of overall work experience in a related field
• Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance systems
• Strong troubleshooting capabilities
• Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
• Experience leading and developing employees within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills
• Ability to effectively balance maintenance priorities, production needs, and cost considerations

Nice To Haves

• Experience with supervision
• Experience with maintenance planning and scheduling
• Experience with estimating

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and coordinate assigned maintenance and facility support activities
• Provide day-to-day leadership and direction to the maintenance team
• Partner with management and Production to evaluate the feasibility and cost-effectiveness of projects, equipment, and repairs
• Communicate developments that could affect production schedules, equipment availability, or costs
• Help ensure maintenance resources are effectively aligned with operational priorities
• Support the diagnosis and resolution of machinery and equipment malfunctions
• Provide hands-on technical guidance when troubleshooting complex equipment issues
• Direct activities involving the dismantling, assembly, installation, and repair of industrial machinery
• Recommend improvements to production methods and equipment performance
• Identify changes to equipment and working conditions that can improve efficiency
• Apply preventive and predictive maintenance practices to strengthen equipment reliability and reduce operational disruptions
• Develop employees and strengthen the technical capabilities of the maintenance organization
• Support staffing and workforce planning needs
• Coach employees through troubleshooting and work-related challenges
• Motivate team members to achieve performance and operational goals
• Maintain accountability for policies, procedures, safety, and work standards
• Step in and perform activities alongside the team when necessary
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of applicable safety policies and regulations
• Ensure maintenance activities are performed safely and in accordance with established requirements
• Enforce safety regulations and promote accountability throughout the team
• Maintain strong housekeeping practices and an organized maintenance environment
• Incorporate safety into equipment repairs, installations, and maintenance activities
• Stay current on emerging technologies that could improve manufacturing and maintenance operations
• Evaluate new technologies and develop recommendations for implementation
• Analyze and resolve work problems while supporting employees in effective problem-solving
• Identify opportunities to improve production methods, equipment performance, and product quality
• Develop and maintain performance metrics to measure maintenance effectiveness
• Use data and operational insights to drive continuous improvement
• Support budget preparation and cost-control activities
• Evaluate project and repair costs to support effective business decisions
• Maintain and manage the spare parts storeroom
• Analyze technology trends and workforce requirements to anticipate future maintenance needs
• Balance equipment reliability, cost, staffing, and production requirements when making decisions

Benefits

• Consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status
• Reasonable accommodation for individuals with physical and mental disabilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager