Job Description

Great company seeking a Plant Maintenance Manager with experience **directing, training, and elevating the multi-craft mechanical and electrical skillsets of the maintenance team as well as helping to develop budgets and capital projects. **Benefits include health, dental, vision, 401k, PTO and more. If you're someone who enjoys mentoring Maintenance Technicians in a place that values TPM, please give us a look!

Please note:

• Maintenance Management experience in a manufacturing setting is required.

• Relocation assistance is available.

• Must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship for immigration cases is unavailable

A Plant Maintenance Manager is a critical leadership role responsible for the overall repair, maintenance, and replacement of manufacturing equipment and the facility itself. They act as a technical advisor to the plant leadership team, ensuring that all machinery and building systems operate at peak efficiency while maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.

Maintenance Strategy & Operations:

• Follow preventive and predictive maintenance (PM/PdM) schedules to ensure optimal machine reliability.
• Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to schedule work orders, track performance trends, and manage equipment documentation.
• Analyze maintenance data and KPIs (e.g., uptime, spend metrics) to identify root causes of failures and drive continuous improvement.
• Oversee the repair, installation, and commissioning of new manufacturing machinery and facility system

Team Leadership & Development:

• Supervise, coach, and train maintenance technicians and supervisors, setting clear performance expectations and conducting regular evaluations.
• Manage shift schedules and delegate tasks to ensure 24/7 operational support where required.
• Foster a high-performance culture grounded in safety, accountability, and technical growth.

Budget & Compliance:

• Develop and manage the annual maintenance and capital expenditure (CAPEX) budgets, tracking expenses to ensure financial targets are met.
• Ensure full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA and company policies and procedures
• Maintain, organize, and inventory of critical spare parts and plant operating supplies

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical (preferred), or Industrial Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent hands-on experience may be considered).
• Experience: 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in a management or supervisory capacity.
• Technical Knowledge: Expertise in troubleshooting high-voltage electrical (up to 480V), mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. PLC troubleshooting from I/O and ability to read ladder logic. Programming experience a plus but not required.
• Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, exceptional communication for cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to remain calm in emergency breakdown situations.

You should be proficient in:

• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Leadership / People Management
• Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
• Continuous Improvement
• Electrical Schematics
• Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
• 5 Why (Root Cause Analysis Method)
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Motor Replacement/Repair/Maintenance
• Electrical Systems Diagnostics & Repair
• Preventive Maintenance & Inspection
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment
• National Electrical Code (NEC)
• PLC Wiring Experience
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• Industrial Electrical Experience
• Operational Metrics & KPI Management
• Plastic Extrusion Experience

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Blow Molding Machine
• Conveyor Systems
• Servo Motors