Maintenance Manager - Manufacturing

Maintenance Manager

Position Summary

Our client is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations, equipment reliability, facilities, and Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) programs within a growing manufacturing facility.

This position is responsible for maximizing equipment uptime, developing the maintenance team, supporting capital projects, and driving a strong culture of safety and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a technical leader who enjoys working on the plant floor while building and developing a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all maintenance operations with a strong commitment to safety.
• Drive equipment reliability through preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Manage and develop the maintenance team through coaching and training.
• Troubleshoot complex equipment and facility issues while minimizing downtime.
• Lead equipment installations, facility improvements, and capital projects.
• Coordinate vendors, contractors, and maintenance resources.
• Oversee maintenance inventory, shop organization, and equipment documentation.
• Partner with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Plant Leadership to achieve operational goals.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

• 5+ years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven success leading maintenance teams in a fast-paced operation.
• Strong background in equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Experience managing capital projects, vendors, and outside contractors.

Preferred

• Lean Manufacturing, TPM, or Reliability-Centered Maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Experience managing Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) programs.

Leadership Profile

The successful candidate will be:

• A hands-on, servant-minded leader
• A strong communicator and team builder
• Organized, proactive, and results-driven
• Skilled at managing projects and competing priorities
• Committed to safety, accountability, and continuous improvement