Maintenance Administration - Maintenance Manager

SUMMARY

The Maintenance Manager leads the transformation of the site’s maintenance function, driving innovation and operational excellence to achieve world-class reliability and performance. This role is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive maintenance strategy, fully implementing the site’s CMMS, and embedding best practices for preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance. Guided by our core values—Passion for Innovation, Cultivate Collaboration, Leverage Difference, and Be Accountable—the Maintenance Manager works cross-functionally to enhance equipment uptime, optimize costs, and foster a culture of continuous improvement that supports the plant’s  operational success.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Drive Transformation & Innovation – Lead the modernization of the maintenance program using advanced tools, technologies, and processes to improve reliability, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
• Cultivate Collaboration – Partner with operations, engineering, safety, and finance teams to align maintenance priorities with production goals and business needs.
• Leverage Difference – Integrate diverse perspectives and expertise from across the site to strengthen problem-solving, decision-making, and process improvements.
• Be Accountable – Own the site’s CMMS rollout and ensure accurate tracking for preventive maintenance, instrumentation calibrations, and work orders.
• Oversee due diligence, planning, and execution of a robust maintenance program.
• Develop and document standards for maintenance processes, procedures, and equipment.
• Lead root cause analyses, troubleshoot equipment issues, and support project planning.
• Establish preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve equipment uptime and reliability.
• Partner with site leadership to develop maintenance budgets and ensure costs are tracked at the most detailed level.
• Maintain a site-level Continuous Improvement blueprint to elevate operational capabilities.
• Standardize lubrication and predictive maintenance programs.
• Develop maintenance benchmarking programs and monitor KPIs to measure performance
• Create and maintain critical equipment spare parts lists and ensure proper inventory levels.
• Implement an inventory management program that integrates with finance systems for transparency and cost control.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience considered.
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Proven track record of implementing CMMS systems and driving maintenance process improvements.
• Strong understanding of preventive, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance practices.
• Proficient in CMMS implementation, administration, and data analysis.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and instrumentation systems.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis (RCA) tools and methodologies.
• Understanding of lubrication programs, calibration processes, and spare parts inventory management.
• Working knowledge of relevant safety, environmental, and regulatory standards (OSHA, EPA, etc.).
• Proven ability to lead transformation initiatives that improve maintenance performance.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret maintenance data and drive evidence-based decisions.
• Skilled in developing and tracking maintenance KPIs and benchmarking programs.
• Excellent project management skills, including planning, prioritizing, and executing multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with all levels of the organization.
• Competence in budgeting and cost control for maintenance operations.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing maintenance team.
• Capacity to work collaboratively across departments, fostering a culture that reflects the company’s core values—Passion for Innovation, Cultivate Collaboration, Leverage Difference, Be Accountable.
• Adaptable and resilient when managing change, unexpected equipment failures, and shifting priorities.
• Able to troubleshoot complex technical problems and implement lasting solutions.
  Comfortable using technology to improve processes, efficiency, and reporting accuracy.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This position operates in a manufacturing plant environment with exposure to moving mechanical parts, industrial noise, varying temperatures, and occasional dust or fumes.
• The role requires regular walking, standing, climbing stairs, and navigating around equipment and production areas.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on occasion.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required, including but not limited to safety glasses, steel-toe shoes, gloves, and hearing protection.
• Ability to wear respiratory protection if required for specific tasks.
• Work schedule is primarily Monday through Friday; however, flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and respond to emergencies or on-call situations is required.
• Occasional travel may be required for training, vendor meetings, or corporate initiatives.