Maintenance Manager

Qualifications

Essential Job Functions:

• Lead, develop, and hold accountable the site maintenance team, including supervisors and a team of technicians and E&I personnel
• Own overall equipment reliability and uptime across all production systems (extrusion, lamination, converting, and support equipment)
• Drive execution and continuous improvement of the Preventative Maintenance program using Asset Essentials
• Manage and optimize spare parts inventory, including min/max levels, critical component availability, and cost control
• Partner with Engineering on capital projects, equipment installations, upgrades, and process improvements
• Spend significant time on the floor daily, directly supporting troubleshooting, team development, and operational response
• Ensure all maintenance activities are performed safely and in compliance with OSHA and company standards (LOTO, electrical safety, etc.)
• Establish and maintain maintenance KPIs including PM completion rate, OEE, MTTR, MTBF, and downtime; drive accountability to targets
• Spend significant time on the floor daily, directly supporting troubleshooting, team development, and operational response
• Ensure accurate documentation of maintenance activities, machine logs, and equipment history
• Cover troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, electrical, and control systems including motors, drives, PLCs, and instrumentation
• Support root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to eliminate recurring failures
• Develop and maintain SOPs for maintenance processes, equipment, and systems
• Cover troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, electrical, and control systems including motors, drives, PLCs, and instrumentation
• Coordinate contractor support and manage external vendors as needed
• Own the site maintenance budget, including labor, parts, contractors, and capital spend; report regularly on budget performance
• Maintain strong cross-functional relationships with Operations, Quality, and Engineering

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong leadership capability with experience managing maintenance teams in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of PLC ladder logic and ability to support basic controls troubleshooting
• Solid understanding of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, drives, and instrumentation
• Strong mechanical aptitude including pumps, gearboxes, alignment, and rotating equipment
• Experience with CMMS systems, preferably Asset Essentials or similar platforms
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines
• Knowledge of OSHA standards including LOTO, confined space, and electrical safety
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause and long-term solutions
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments while holding teams accountable
• Experience: 5+ years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with extrusion, lamination, or similar continuous process manufacturing preferred
• Proven experience managing capital or improvement projects
• Experience leading preventative maintenance programs and spare parts systems
• Hands-on experience with industrial controls and PLC systems

Education and Certifications:

• A high school diploma or GED is required
• Technical or vocational training is preferred
• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, industrial technology, or a related field is preferred
• Relevant certifications a plus: CMRP (Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional), electrical license, or equivalent

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to be on feet for extended periods (10–12 hours as needed)
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted
• Ability to reach, bend, kneel, and climb while performing tasks
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments
• Ability to wear required PPE for entire shifts
• Ability to respond quickly to operational and safety conditions