MAINTENANCE MANAGER
KENT WORLDWIDE · Muscatine, IA · 3 mo ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Leads a team of Mechanical Specialists, E&I Technicians, and a Maintenance Planner
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead all maintenance operations to ensure the safety, reliability, and performance of equipment, facilities, and infrastructure.
- Champion a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies.
- Develop and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and maximize asset life.
- Lead, coach, and develop maintenance team members, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management.
- Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and operational issues, driving timely and cost-effective solutions.
- Partner with production, engineering, and other cross-functional teams to support operational goals and plant performance.
- Manage maintenance budgets, maintenance records, KPIs, and vendor relationships to optimize resources and drive results.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives, including reliability programs, process enhancements, and equipment upgrades.
Education, Experience &/or Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a Technical related field, or 10+ years of equivalent experience, or a combination of both is preferred
- 5 or more years of experience in providing and implementing solutions in equipment, process, and facility reliability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Development of preventative and predictive maintenance programs
- Experience leading teams to successful outcomes
- Effective communication and leadership skills required
- Strong computer and analytical skills
- Experience with CMMS is preferred