Maintenance Manager - Newark, OH

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network • Newark, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for managing and executing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of production machinery and facility support equipment. The position directly supervises Maintenance Department staff and coordinates contracted vendors. The manager oversees maintenance workforce operations for 14–18 direct reports supporting a 24/7 operation, while maintaining equipment readiness, workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and cost control.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 6 years of manufacturing experience.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience managing and mentoring hourly and salaried associates.
• Proven conflict resolution skills, including the ability to manage difficult conversations and resolve issues constructively.
• Skills and capabilities in order/resource management, third-party management, team and solution-oriented work, promoting a positive work environment, regulatory and compliance matters, product life cycle management, achieving business results, LEAN principles, strategic focus and direction, conflict management, technical aptitude, and Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
• Ability to travel domestically up to 5%.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience demonstrating the ability to manage direct reports with diverse personalities while supporting employee engagement, performance, and ongoing development.
• Glass manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of electrical and machinery operations and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Direct outside contractors performing maintenance-related work and coordinate hazard identification to maintain contractor security and safety.
• Review new process plans and coordinate with project engineers on equipment needs, layouts, and operating procedures to ensure facility safety and security.
• Recommend policy and procedure changes to prevent accidents and illness, and examine plans and specifications for new machinery or equipment to support operator safety.
• Maintain production machinery and facility equipment in a high state of operational readiness.
• Administer, install, modify, inspect, and maintain pollution control equipment to ensure emissions compliance.
• Maintain the knowledge, skills, and proficiency of maintenance mechanics to meet skill requirements and maximize equipment readiness.
• Plan, develop, and implement methods and procedures to minimize energy consumption and maintenance and utility costs.
• Manage a maintenance workforce of 14–18 direct reports supporting a 24/7 operation.
• Enforce safety policies and procedures for plant personnel in compliance with local, state, and federal OSHA rules and regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED