Manufacturing Maintenance Operations Lead

Manufacturing Maintenance Operations Lead Location: Richmond, VA Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire Compensation starting at $92,000+ based on experience Position Overview A growing manufacturing operation in the Richmond area is seeking an experienced maintenance leader to oversee facility and equipment maintenance activities in a high-volume production environment. This position is responsible for supporting operational uptime, improving equipment reliability, and leading maintenance personnel to achieve safety, quality, and performance goals. The selected candidate will play a key role in maintaining efficient production and packaging operations while supporting continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility. \n Core Responsibilities Equipment Reliability & Maintenance Operations Drive initiatives focused on improving equipment uptime, reliability, and operational efficiency Lead troubleshooting efforts for manufacturing and packaging equipment issues Coordinate daily maintenance activities and assign work priorities to maintenance staff Collaborate with production and support teams to schedule preventive and corrective maintenance Organize maintenance shutdown activities and ensure required permits and safety procedures are followed Support equipment qualification, validation, and specification documentation as needed Maintain and improve preventive and predictive maintenance strategies Monitor spare parts inventory levels and ensure critical components remain available Continuous Improvement & Technical Support Support Lean Manufacturing and operational improvement efforts Identify and recommend practical, cost-effective equipment and process enhancements Assist with smaller capital or improvement projects, including equipment modifications and tooling upgrades Work with outside vendors and contractors to coordinate repair and service activities Track maintenance performance and support process optimization initiatives Leadership & Team Development Supervise, mentor, and support maintenance technicians and team members Conduct departmental meetings and communicate operational updates effectively Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to cGMP and company standards Assist with maintenance budgeting and cost management activities Provide additional operational support as needed across the facility Qualifications Experience & Background Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience within a manufacturing maintenance environment Technical or engineering background strongly preferred, particularly Mechanical or Electrical disciplines Previous experience supporting high-speed manufacturing or packaging systems preferred Technical Knowledge Understanding of industrial automation and control systems Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and blueprints Strong troubleshooting abilities involving mechanical and electrical equipment Experience utilizing computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) Familiarity with Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) metrics and maintenance performance tracking Experience managing maintenance inventory and spare parts systems Additional Qualifications Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills Experience in consumer products, packaging, or similar production environments is beneficial Comfortable using maintenance software and computer-based reporting tools Required Work Experience Manufacturing maintenance experience: 5+ years Supervisory or leadership experience: 5+ years Manufacturing operations environment: 5+ years Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation package based on experience Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability after eligibility period 401(k) with company contribution and immediate vesting Paid time off including vacation and holidays Employee referral incentives Onsite dining/cafeteria access Career advancement and professional development opportunities Company-provided uniforms, safety footwear support, and prescription safety glasses \n Why Consider This Opportunity? This role offers the opportunity to lead critical maintenance operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment where your technical expertise and leadership will directly impact production performance, equipment reliability, and team success.