Manager, Maintenance

Röchling Medical•Rochester, MN

27d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lead the maintenance of plastic injection molding machines, peripheral equipment, facilities, and utility systems to ensure safe, reliable operation and minimize downtime. Manage the Facility Maintenance and Janitorial teams, protect company assets, and control maintenance costs while meeting applicable safety, environmental, and quality requirements. Directly and indirectly supervise approximately 3 to 10 employees in Facility Maintenance and Janitorial. Responsibilities include hiring, training, assigning work, developing employees, evaluating performance, administering recognition and discipline, and resolving employee concerns in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.

Requirements

Strong hands-on experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing plastic injection molding machines and peripheral equipment is required.
Knowledge of electrical and control systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical components, machine modifications, HVAC, plumbing, construction, and cleanroom filtration.
Knowledge of preventive maintenance methods and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
Knowledge of OSHA requirements, lockout/tagout procedures, environmental controls, and safe maintenance practices.
Ability to read technical drawings and schematics and use electrical and mechanical testing and monitoring devices safely.
Ability to diagnose equipment failures, identify root causes, and implement repairs and corrective actions that prevent recurrence.
Ability to lead and develop a team and coordinate competing priorities across departments and contractors.
Ability to develop and manage budgets and evaluate repair, replacement, and project costs.
Clear communication skills, including documenting maintenance work, drafting procedures, and preparing technical summaries.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, email, databases, and maintenance record systems.
Attention to detail and ability to apply new technology and procedures to maintenance work.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience in manufacturing equipment and facilities maintenance.
At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance, facilities maintenance, or plant engineering, including at least 3 years in a management or supervisory role.
Experience using performance metrics to manage priorities and improve equipment reliability and maintenance results.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs for facilities and equipment. Coordinate schedules with Planning and Production to minimize interruptions.
Oversee maintenance and repair of plastic injection molding machines and peripheral equipment, including material dryers and loaders, temperature control units, chillers, robots, conveyors, and granulators.
Maintain other production and support equipment, building infrastructure, and utilities, including HVAC, cleanroom filtration, plumbing, electrical distribution, backup power, fire and life safety, and building security systems.
Lead hands-on troubleshooting of injection molding machines and peripheral equipment, including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems. Coordinate repairs through staff or service providers and correct unsafe conditions promptly.
Track downtime, identify recurring failures, and lead root cause investigations and corrective actions to reduce unplanned downtime.
Ensure preventative maintenance and repairs are completed and documented according to procedures and manufacturer specifications.
Manage maintenance budgets, repair expenditures, and spare parts inventory to support reliable operation and cost control.
Select and manage contractors and service vendors. Compare quotes, negotiate cost and scope, and oversee project quality, schedules, and completion.
Evaluate equipment and infrastructure condition, operating costs, and failure risks. Recommend capital investments for equipment replacement, facility upgrades, and building modifications.
Coordinate equipment installations, workstation and work cell changes, and facility layout improvements. Support installation and qualification activities as required.
Maintain building drawings, equipment specifications, maintenance records, and facility compliance documentation.
Oversee janitorial services, housekeeping, and pest control programs, including cleanroom sanitation requirements.
Ensure maintenance and facility activities follow applicable OSHA, environmental, quality system, ISO, and medical device manufacturing requirements, including safe chemical handling and storage.
Lead energy efficiency and lean improvement efforts to reduce operating costs and improve equipment reliability.
Communicate equipment status, maintenance priorities, project progress, and operational risks to supervisors, management, and affected departments.
Perform other duties as assigned.