Maintenance Manager

Maintenance ManagerThe following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.Louisville, KY$95,000–$120,000 DOEMonday–Thursday | 6:00 AM–5:00 PM100% OnsiteWe are recruiting for an experienced Production & Maintenance Manager to join a contract packaging manufacturer in Louisville, KY.This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing both production and maintenance operations. The successful candidate will step into an evolving manufacturing environment where systems, processes, preventive maintenance practices, and accountability still need to be strengthened.This position is ideal for someone who is comfortable building structure, improving reliability, developing people, and getting involved directly on the production floor when needed.ResponsibilitiesLead daily production and maintenance operationsSupervise and develop production supervisors and maintenance techniciansImprove production procedures, workflow, scheduling, and accountabilityDevelop and strengthen preventive and predictive maintenance programsImprove PM scheduling, completion, and follow-throughMonitor downtime, throughput, scrap, quality, labor efficiency, and equipment performanceInvestigate recurring equipment and process failuresImplement root-cause corrective actionsDevelop practical maintenance KPIs and reportingImprove work-order systems, maintenance records, and equipment historyEstablish stronger spare-parts and MRO inventory controlsImprove maintenance-shop organization and equipment-care standardsSupport contractor, supplier, and equipment-vendor relationshipsAssist with capital projects, equipment upgrades, budgets, and facility improvementsSupport hiring, onboarding, training, performance management, and workforce planningProvide hands-on troubleshooting support when staffing or equipment issues require itTeam StructureThe role will oversee approximately:4 production supervisors3 maintenance techniciansApproximately 85 plant employees indirectlyTechnical ExpectationsThis is not a desk-only management role.The manager should be comfortable stepping onto the floor and assisting with basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting when required.You do not need to be a controls engineer or PLC programmer, but you should have a practical understanding of industrial equipment and be able to troubleshoot problems, support the maintenance team, and keep production moving.Requirements5+ years of manufacturing, production, industrial maintenance, or related experience3+ years of supervisory or management experienceExperience leading or improving production and maintenance operationsExperience managing teams in a manufacturing environmentWorking knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated equipmentPreventive maintenance program experienceCMMS experienceStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilityExperience with root-cause analysis, lean manufacturing, 5S, or similar continuous-improvement methodsStrong leadership, communication, organization, and decision-making skillsAbility to introduce change while maintaining employee trustHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredTechnical training or related college degree preferredPreferred BackgroundExperience in any of the following would be beneficial:Contract manufacturingPackagingFood and beverageChemical manufacturingConsumer products manufacturingHigh-speed production environmentsWhat Success Looks LikeThe successful candidate will be expected to:Reduce unplanned downtime and recurring equipment failuresImprove preventive maintenance executionStrengthen production scheduling and communicationImprove supervisor and technician accountabilityIntroduce reliable maintenance planning and documentationDevelop useful maintenance KPIsImprove spare-parts organization and controlImprove safety, quality, delivery, cost, and equipment reliabilityCompensation & BenefitsSalary: $95,000–$120,000 depending on experienceThe upper end of the range is available for a strong candidate with the right background. xhyhwjd Benefits include:Medical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceCompany-sponsored life insurancePaid time offPaid holidays401(k) with up to 4% company matchAxion Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.