Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead and elevate our maintenance operations. This role provides overall leadership, structure, and technical direction.
This position is responsible for moving the maintenance function to the next level by improving preventative maintenance, reducing unplanned downtime, strengthening documentation, and driving capital and improvement projects. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical leader who can troubleshoot complex issues when needed while primarily focusing on building systems, developing people, and executing projects.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Development
- Directly lead Maintenance Technicians.
- Establish clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards.
- Build a culture of proactive, professional maintenance.
Maintenance Systems & Reliability
- Own and improve the preventative maintenance (PM) program.
- Standardize PMs, work orders, and documentation.
- Ensure PM completion and quality.
- Improve equipment uptime and reduce emergency breakdowns.
- Develop and manage spare parts and critical inventory strategies.
Technical & Hands-On Support
- Serve as the highest-level technical resource for complex mechanical, electrical, and controls issues.
- Provide troubleshooting support for escalated equipment failures.
- Support commissioning and optimization of new equipment.
Projects & Capital Planning
- Manage engineering projects.
- Lead equipment installations, upgrades, and plant improvements.
- Coordinate contractors and internal team.
- Support capital planning, budgeting, and ROI analysis.
Safety & Compliance
- Ensure safe maintenance practices.
- Enforce lockout/tagout, machine guarding, and regulatory compliance.
Qualifications
- 8–15+ years of industrial maintenance experience
- 3+ years leading maintenance teams.
- Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Experience managing preventative maintenance programs.
- Experience leading capital projects or major equipment installs
- Comfortable working on the plant floor and in an office environment.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
Preferred
Experience in manufacturing or similar industrial environments
*PLC and controls experience
*Strong electrical background
Success in This Role Looks Like
- Fewer emergency equipment breakdowns
- High PM completion and quality
- Improved documentation and standardization
- Improved uptime and reduced downtime hours
- Controlled or reduced maintenance cost.
If you’re ready to lead a dedicated team in a well-established stable company that values integrity and excellence, we’d love to hear from you—bring your expertise where your leadership can make a lasting impact.
Salary to commensurate with qualifications and experience.
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Maintenance: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Zanesville, OH: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
