Maintenance Manager
DSJ Global · Council Bluffs, IA · 3 days ago
ManufacturingFull-time
About the role
This role is responsible for overseeing maintenance operations, equipment reliability, facilities management, capital projects, and continuous improvement initiatives to maximize asset performance and operational efficiency in a high-volume production facility. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, the Maintenance Manager will build and develop a high-performing maintenance organization while driving safety, reliability, cost control, and equipment uptime across the facility.
Responsibilities
- Lead all maintenance operations, including mechanical, electrical, facilities, and infrastructure maintenance.
- Develop and execute maintenance and reliability strategies that improve equipment performance, reduce downtime, and extend asset life.
- Plan, prioritize, and coordinate repair, maintenance, and installation activities to support production goals.
- Promote a strong safety culture through compliance with lockout/tagout, electrical safety, and other plant safety initiatives.
- Establish and monitor maintenance performance metrics and drive continuous improvement efforts.
- Manage maintenance budgets, storeroom operations, and maintenance-related spending.
- Support capital planning and oversee equipment upgrades, facility improvements, and major project execution.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, operating permits, and company standards.
- Direct facility maintenance, repairs, renovations, and infrastructure improvement projects.
- Partner with operations, engineering, quality, and other functional teams to improve plant performance and reliability.
- Analyze maintenance and production data to identify opportunities for increased efficiency and equipment reliability.
- Develop and lead maintenance personnel through coaching, performance management, and employee development.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related technical field preferred.
- 7+ years of maintenance leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience leading maintenance teams and driving results through others.
- Strong background in equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, and manufacturing operations.
- Knowledge of PLCs, automation systems, and high-speed manufacturing equipment.
- Demonstrated project management experience, including capital projects and facility upgrades.
- Understanding of industrial electrical, mechanical, and maintenance systems.
- Experience with SAP, CMMS, and other maintenance management systems preferred.
- Budget management and cost control experience.
- Knowledge of construction practices, facility systems, building codes, and regulatory requirements.
- Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
Work Environment
- Combination of office and manufacturing floor responsibilities.
- Regular exposure to industrial production environments, including moving equipment, varying temperatures, and elevated noise levels.
- Ability to walk production areas, climb stairs or ladders, and occasionally lift materials as required.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Career advancement and leadership development opportunities.
- Exposure to large-scale manufacturing operations and capital projects.
- Collaborative environment focused on safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.