Maintenance Manager

Ritz-Craft Corporation Management • Jonesville, MI

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of all equipment, tools, transportation assets, and facility grounds within a modular home manufacturing facility. This role focuses on preventative maintenance, custom fabrication, fleet upkeep, and overall facility support rather than high-tech automation systems. This position requires a hands-on leader who can diagnose issues quickly, develop practical solutions, and support continuous production flow. The Maintenance Manager plays a critical role in minimizing downtime, maintaining compliance, and improving overall plant performance.

Requirements

• Proficient in welding and metal fabrication.
• Ability to design and fabricate custom tools and structural solutions.
• Strong understanding of hydraulics.
• Strong understanding of pneumatics.
• Strong understanding of mechanical drive systems.
• Working knowledge of 3-phase electrical systems, including: Basic troubleshooting of motors, controls, and power distribution.
• Identifying electrical issues impacting equipment performance.
• Safe work practices around energized systems.
• Ability to coordinate with licensed electricians for advanced electrical work when required.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations.
• Knowledge of overhead lifting equipment inspection requirements.
• Ability to independently manage maintenance schedules and priorities.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping capabilities.
• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing maintenance role.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working at heights (cranes, hoists, elevated platforms).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Frequent walking, climbing, bending, and use of tools and equipment.
• Act as a hands-on problem solver, comfortable working with tools and equipment daily.
• Respond quickly to production needs to minimize downtime.
• Maintain a proactive, preventative maintenance mindset.
• Communicate effectively with production, quality, and leadership teams.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.

Nice To Haves

• Welding and metal fabrication (MIG/TIG preferred).
• Experience with trailers, fleet maintenance, or heavy equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage preventative maintenance schedules for all production equipment.
• Perform and oversee routine inspections to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Maintain and service overhead cranes and hoists, ensuring compliance with safety standards and load ratings.
• Establish and execute PM programs for: Glue pumps, Paint pumps, Compactors, General production equipment.
• Oversee tool repair and preventative maintenance programs to ensure tools are functional, safe, and readily available for production.
• Track maintenance performance and identify trends for continuous improvement.
• Design and fabricate custom tooling to support modular home assembly processes.
• Build and modify racks, carts, and storage systems to improve workflow and space utilization.
• Provide hands-on support to production teams with custom solutions that improve efficiency and reduce labor strain.
• Continuously evaluate and improve tooling and material handling systems.
• Maintain and service company transportation carriers used to deliver modular units.
• Develop and execute preventative maintenance schedules for fleet vehicles and yard tractors.
• Perform basic mechanical repairs on trailers, vehicles, and transport equipment.
• Ensure all fleet equipment is road-ready and compliant with applicable regulations.
• Coordinate inspections and repairs to avoid transportation delays.
• Oversee the maintenance, cleanliness, and organization of all exterior facility areas.
• Coordinate and manage vendors for: Lawn care, Snow removal.
• Ensure parking areas, yards, and surrounding grounds are safe, accessible, and well-maintained.
• Support overall yard organization to align with production and shipping needs.
• Serve as an active member of the Safety Committee.
• Identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and internal safety policies.
• Maintain accurate logs of inspections, repairs, and certifications.
• Promote and reinforce a strong safety culture across the facility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees