Senior Manager, Facilities & Maintenance

MP Materials•Fort Worth, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

MP Materials is seeking a hands-on Senior Manager, Facilities and Maintenance to help build and operate a new metal, alloy, and magnet-making facility in Fort Worth, Texas. The role will help develop a greenfield advanced manufacturing facility and define its maintenance organization and systems. It requires organizational, process, and management skills to build a maintenance team and maintenance management systems, as well as hands-on support for equipment installation and ongoing maintenance. The facility includes office, laboratory, pilot, and manufacturing spaces, with chemical, electrical, mechanical, and thermal processes such as high-temperature chemistry, molten-metal handling, powder metallurgy, machining, and assembly. The Senior Manager will work with technical specialists to understand the processes, control metrics, and potential hazards. The role is accountable for functional goals, business-aligned financial plans, and best-in-class maintenance service through an effective maintenance excellence program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, associate degree, or trade school certification in a relevant discipline.
At least 5 years of experience in plant maintenance operations in an industrial manufacturing environment.
At least 5 years of maintenance leadership experience in an industrial materials, chemical, or similar manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of industrial maintenance processes, equipment, and systems, including pumps, compressors, reactors, heat exchangers, vacuum systems, industrial gases, and instrumentation.
Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, to address maintenance emergencies or operational needs.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects.
Knowledge of continuous and discrete operations and associated maintenance practices.
Ability to recruit, hire, and develop a cross-functional team.
Ability to work with internal customers and external agencies on compliance and controls.
Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with people at all levels inside and outside the organization.

Nice To Haves

SAP experience.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction to the maintenance team, ensuring efficient scheduling and execution of maintenance activities.
Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and maximize equipment reliability.
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to optimize maintenance schedules while minimizing production impacts.
Plan and coordinate maintenance projects, including shutdowns and turnarounds, ensuring timely completion within budget.
Monitor equipment performance, identify trends, and recommend improvements to meet OEE targets and improve equipment reliability and performance.
Maintain and update maintenance records, work orders, and documentation for accurate historical records and regulatory compliance.
Identify training needs for maintenance staff and facilitate skill development and training programs.
Manage maintenance budgets, track expenses, and provide cost-effective solutions for maintenance and repair projects.
Lead and participate in root cause analyses for equipment failures and incidents, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Stay current with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and advancements in maintenance techniques.
Support installation and commissioning of production equipment in a new greenfield facility.
Maintain and repair office, laboratory, and manufacturing facilities, grounds, and infrastructure.
Work with procurement and engineering teams to develop critical spares lists and maintain appropriate inventory and contingencies.
Document and maintain safe work instructions for equipment and facility repairs.
Work closely with EHS to ensure work meets high health and safety standards and complies with relevant environmental regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.