Maintenance Engineer Manager

About the role

The Maintenance Engineer Manager role is part of the Global Functions & Enablers team, located onsite in Hopkinsville, KY, USA. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H1B, OPT/CPT, TN etc).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the maintenance/machinists and engineering team.
• Develop, implement, and optimize preventive and predictive maintenance programs for all manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to support manufacturing operations and process improvements.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for improvement.
• Manage maintenance budgets, spare parts inventory, and vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and deliver training programs for maintenance staff on new equipment, technologies, and safety protocols.
• Lead projects focused on equipment upgrades, installations, and plant expansions.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence within the maintenance department.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in Engineering or Business Administration is preferred.
• 7+ years of combined experience in manufacturing maintenance and engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance best practices, reliability engineering, and equipment troubleshooting.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Maintenance * Reliability Professional (CMRP) or Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred.
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Working knowledge of Lean concepts and other continuous improvement methodologies.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Proven track record of leading and managing teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Skills

• Leadership and management skills.
• Technical expertise in maintenance and engineering.
• Project management and planning skills.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Team collaboration and communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $95,600.00 - $153,900.00. The salary offered within the range may vary depending on multiple factors including job level, geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and in compliance with local wage requirements.

Schedule

The schedule for this role is typically full-time, with standard business hours.