Area Maintenance Manager (Experienced Professional)

This opportunity is in Junction City, KS at an Agricultural Track facility located between Salina and Manhattan in the heart of Northeastern, KS. With the current expansion, we will be one of the best automated and tech-savvy facilities in the region, serving the ever-growing agriculture industry. The facility is 15 minutes away from Manhattan, home to the K-State Wildcats, offering a mix of downtown life, outdoor hiking and lake activities, great places to eat, and college game day events.

About the role

The Area Maintenance Manager will lead a team of 10–20 maintenance personnel within a business unit of the facility. They will ensure the availability and durability of equipment in their sector while optimizing maintenance costs and energy in a continuous improvement approach. This role supports Operations in achieving critical goals of Safety, Quality, Cost, and Production.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and ensure safety requirements for personnel and equipment.
• Apply maintenance strategy based on equipment criticality.
• Implement maintenance plans, including effective response to breakdowns and proactive work on machinery to improve process control (reliability).
• Continuously optimize the effectiveness of machine interventions by analyzing maintenance results and implementing necessary actions for short- and medium-term progress.
• Optimize maintenance costs, including operational efficiency, energy, and spare parts consumption.
• Master the steps and tools of MMW (Michelin Manufacturing Way) to drive reliability progress.
• Ensure equipment reliability while addressing cases of obsolescence.
• Adapt resources (competency and quantity), create and execute training and succession plans.

Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years of prior maintenance management experience, including direct supervision of maintenance personnel.
• Proven leadership of teams, with examples of facilitating progress.
• Technical degree is a plus, but equivalent experience is considered.
• Willingness to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven record of developing people through coaching, mentoring, and establishing development plans.

Schedule

Core schedule is Monday–Friday on day shift, but must be able to support 24/7 operations as necessary.

About Michelin

Michelin is building a world-leading manufacturer of life-changing composites and experiences. Pioneering engineered materials for more than 130 years, Michelin is uniquely positioned to make decisive contributions to human progress and a more sustainable world. Drawing on its deep know-how in polymer composite materials, Michelin innovates to manufacture high-quality tires and components for critical applications in mobility, construction, aeronautics, low-carbon energies, and healthcare. The company also offers data- and AI-based connected solutions for professional fleets and curates outstanding restaurants and hotels through the MICHELIN Guide.

Benefits

• Career Growth: Personalized development plans, mentorship, and cross-functional opportunities with unique career paths and advancement opportunities.
• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in a diverse, supportive environment where competencies, contributions, and behaviors are recognized. Option to join one of our Connected Communities.
• Innovation-Driven: Work on impactful projects, from sustainable materials to digital transformation.
• Community Impact: Be part of a company that balances sustainable business practices with the needs of customers and communities.

Michelin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. Reasonable accommodations are available for employees and applicants with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. This position is not available for immigration sponsorship.