Maintenance Manager

Job Description

Role Overview

The Maintenance Manager leads plant-wide maintenance operations to ensure reliable, safe, and cost-effective production. This role oversees maintenance teams, equipment reliability, facilities, utilities, and tool & die operations while driving continuous improvement, preventive maintenance, and cost control.

This position is best suited for a hands-on maintenance leader who understands complex manufacturing environments and can balance uptime, safety, people leadership, and long-term equipment strategy.What You’ll Be Responsible ForEquipment Reliability & Plant Support

Direct maintenance activities for production equipment, facilities, utilities, and support systems

Ensure a reliable production platform through effective preventive and predictive maintenance

Monitor equipment performance, downtime, and recurring issuesLeadership & Workforce Management

Lead, develop, and support maintenance supervisors and technicians

Review work schedules, manpower requirements, and skill utilization

Provide training, coaching, and performance guidance to maintenance teams

Foster team involvement in continuous improvement and 5S activitiesMaintenance Strategy & Continuous Improvement

Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs

Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for equipment failures

Support productivity improvement and cost reduction initiatives

Maintain oversight of spare parts and tool room control programsPlanning, Budgeting & Capital Support

Plan, review, and manage maintenance budgets (short- and long-term)

Support capital planning, equipment upgrades, and replacement strategies

Approve requisitions for parts, supplies, machinery, and equipmentCompliance, Safety & Standards

Ensure adherence to company policies, safety standards, and environmental regulations

Monitor maintenance projects to ensure safety and quality requirements are met

Support plant safety programs, housekeeping standards, and policy complianceCross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Production, Engineering, Quality, and other departments

Coordinate maintenance priorities to support production schedules and customer requirements

Maintain awareness of operational policies and ensure alignment across maintenance activities

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field

OR equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience

8+ years of progressive maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment

4+ years of leadership or management experience

Hands-on experience with electrical systems, electronics, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical drives, robotics, welding, stamping, assembly, conveyors, and PLC troubleshooting

Automotive manufacturing experience preferred

Experience with the Toyota Production System (TPS) preferredTechnical Knowledge & Skills

Strong working knowledge of industrial maintenance technologies

Ability to troubleshoot complex equipment issues and perform root cause analysis

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings, and technical manuals

Understanding of automation, robotics, tooling, and manufacturing processes

Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance programs

Familiarity with budgets, costing, scheduling, and maintenance KPIs

Strong understanding of safety and environmental regulationsLeadership & Core Competencies

Proven people leadership and team development skills

Strong organizational, planning, and time management abilities

Effective communicator across all levels of the organization

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple maintenance demands

Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environments

Willingness to work fixed or rotating shifts, including overtime as required

On-call flexibility to address abnormal or urgent conditionsComputer & Systems Experience

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Experience with integrated manufacturing or maintenance systems (e.g., Oracle, Kronos, Future 3)Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Automotive manufacturing environment with moderate to high noise levels

PPE required in designated areas (safety glasses, steel-toe shoes, hearing protection, etc.)

Ability to walk, stand, sit, climb, and inspect equipment throughout the plant

Ability to lift up to 30–50 pounds occasionallyWhy This Role Matters

The Maintenance Manager plays a critical role in plant performance by ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, controlling maintenance costs, and supporting safe, efficient manufacturing operations.Disclaimer

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform essential functions. Employment is at-will.

Full-time