Manager, Steel Mill Maintenance

Manager, Steel Mill Maintenance

Location: Bartonville/Peoria, IL

Department: Steelmaking Maintenance - Electrical & Mechanical

Type: Full-time Salaried

Compensation: $110,000 - $130,000 Job Grade 26

Bonus: 17% Discretionary Target Bonus

Schedule: Primarily day shift Must be available for nights, weekends, and holidays as needed - overtime opportunities

Join Liberty Steel & Wire - where world-class steel production meets operational excellence.

Do you lead with safety, precision, and a commitment to continuous improvement? We're hiring a Manager, Steel Mill Maintenance to oversee the Electrical and Mechanical Maintenance Departments supporting our state-of-the-art steelmaking operations. This role directly manages salaried and hourly employees, driving safety, reliability, and efficiency in our electric arc furnace, ladle metallurgical furnace, billet caster, and supporting systems.

What You'll Do

• Direct and manage the Steelmaking Electrical & Mechanical Maintenance Departments, including a 115 MVA 225-ton EAF, ladle metallurgical furnace, six-strand billet caster, and auxiliary systems

• Supervise, coach, and develop electrical and mechanical supervisors as well as union maintenance personnel

• Ensure daily operational excellence in safety, quality, and productivity

• Reduce downtime through predictive and preventive maintenance programs, including thermography, oil analysis, and vibration analysis

• Maintain records, schedules, and financial reports to ensure budget adherence and cost efficiency

• Partner cross-functionally with production and engineering to meet plant goals and execute improvement projects

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree (Mechanical/Electrical Engineering preferred) + 2+ years in industrial maintenance management

• OR 5+ years of related experience in lieu of degree

Skills & Leadership

• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills

• Positive, proactive leadership style with ability to supervise within a union environment

• Highly detail-oriented with proven prioritization abilities

Mindset

• Safety-first approach

• Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset

Why Join Us?

At Liberty Steel & Wire, you'll lead a skilled maintenance team that keeps American-made steel flowing.

American Made - Proudly manufacturing in Illinois

Career Growth - Annual merit reviews, upward mobility, and professional development support

Benefits Package Includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision - Multiple plans

• Company-paid Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability

• 401(k) with company match

• Accident, Critical Illness, and Whole Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off - Vacation, sick, personal + 9 paid holidays

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Liberty Steel & Wire is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Veteran Friendly Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any protected classification.