Maintenance Manager

M&M Industries, Inc.•Phoenix, AZ

38d•Onsite

About The Position

M&M Industries is a U.S.-based plastic pail and packaging manufacturer established in 1986, specializing in containers for both hazardous and non-hazardous solids and liquids. The company produces a wide range of packaging solutions, including traditional and custom pails, drums, and square containers, serving industries such as food and beverage, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. We are committed to innovative, high-quality products made in the USA, sustainability initiatives including recycled-content solutions, and a customer-focused approach that emphasizes communication, responsiveness, and practical design support from concept through delivery. The Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading all maintenance operations to ensure a safe work environment, maximize equipment uptime, and maintain plant facilities. This role reports directly to the Plant Manager and plays a critical leadership role in driving reliability, safety, and continuous improvement across the site. The Maintenance Manager is expected to serve as a role model for safety, professionalism, and leadership by living M&M Industries’ core principles of integrity, fairness, open communication, and fostering a positive, inclusive work environment.

Requirements

Demonstrated business and people leadership skills
Ability to clearly communicate vision and strategy to diverse audiences
Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills
Proven ability to motivate, engage, and develop high-performing teams
Proactive and inclusive leadership style
Strong background in preventive maintenance and reliability principles
Root Cause Analysis experience
Budgeting, resource planning, and project management skills (including Gantt charts)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, 5S, and safety standards
Hands-on knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic systems, and basic PLC programming/troubleshooting
Strong decision-making, problem-solving, analytical, organizational, and time-management skills
Proven ability to drive results and achieve financial goals
Willingness to work weekends and holidays as operating conditions require
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering preferred
Five (5) or more years of maintenance leadership experience in an injection molding environment required
Two (2) or more years of project management experience, including capital projects
One (1) or more years of experience using preventive maintenance and work order management systems (CMMS)
Ability to work in extreme temperatures and navigate an industrial environment with catwalks and uneven surfaces
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

Experience with LEAN or similar continuous improvement methodologies

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all maintenance activities with the safety of associates and contractors as the highest priority
Drive preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime
Manage maintenance KPIs, continuous improvement initiatives, and department budgets to ensure cost effectiveness
Develop, coach, mentor, and performance-manage maintenance associates
Lead and/or participate in capital projects, reliability initiatives, and structured problem-solving efforts
Ensure purchasing activities follow established policies and procedures
Support, maintain, and continuously improve processes within the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)
Facilitate team meetings, trainings, and safety discussions
Identify and address safety, environmental, quality, and production-related issues
Provide leadership for organizational development and succession planning within the maintenance function
Manage operating and capital budgets, contributing to controllable margin and optimizing financial performance
Encourage innovation and continuous improvement within the maintenance department
Proactively resolve employee issues, build teamwork, and ensure fair and consistent application of site policies
Manage internal and contractor maintenance resources to execute the reliability maintenance program
Respond to equipment breakdowns with urgency and ensure timely resolution