Manufacturing Maintenance Manager

Job Type: Full-time Schedule: Monday to Friday (Must be available to work during U.S. business hours and maintain reasonable overlap with Pacific Time (PT). ) Insulated Products Corporation (IPC) is seeking an experienced, hands-on, and results-driven Manufacturing Maintenance Manager to lead our maintenance operations and maintenance team at our manufacturing facility in Rancho Dominguez, California. The Manufacturing Maintenance Manager will be responsible for leading the maintenance team, overseeing preventive and corrective maintenance programs, troubleshooting equipment issues, minimizing production downtime, managing maintenance projects, coordinating vendors and contractors, and ensuring equipment operates safely and reliably. This role works closely with the Plant Manager, Production, Quality, Purchasing, and other departments to maintain reliable manufacturing operations and continuously improve equipment performance, safety, and efficiency. The ideal candidate is a strong people leader who combines hands-on industrial maintenance knowledge with excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. The successful candidate should be comfortable working directly with maintenance technicians and supporting equipment troubleshooting and repairs when needed. Key Responsibilities Maintenance Team Leadership Lead, supervise, coach, and develop the maintenance team. Assign and prioritize daily maintenance work based on production requirements, equipment condition, safety, and business priorities. Establish clear expectations for maintenance performance, response times, workmanship, productivity, and safety. Monitor team performance and provide coaching, training, and feedback. Coordinate maintenance coverage to support manufacturing operations. Promote a proactive maintenance culture focused on prevention, reliability, and continuous improvement. Maintenance Management Manage day-to-day maintenance activities for manufacturing equipment, machinery, and facility systems. Develop, maintain, and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs. Coordinate equipment inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and corrective maintenance. Prioritize maintenance activities to minimize equipment downtime and production disruption. Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, repair logs, equipment history, and service documentation. Monitor equipment performance and identify recurring failures and opportunities for improvement. Work closely with Production to coordinate maintenance activities and minimize downtime. Equipment & Technical Support Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and other equipment-related issues. Diagnose equipment failures and identify root causes. Support equipment installation, startup, commissioning, testing, and modifications. Read and interpret equipment manuals, technical drawings, schematics, specifications, and service documentation. Evaluate equipment condition and recommend repairs, replacements, upgrades, or improvements. Maintain equipment manuals, warranties, specifications, and technical documentation. Maintenance Projects & Continuous Improvement Lead maintenance, equipment, and reliability improvement projects from planning through completion. Coordinate equipment upgrades, repairs, installations, and facility improvement projects. Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, safety, and operating performance. Coordinate contractors, equipment manufacturers, technicians, and outside service providers. Track project schedules, costs, materials, and completion requirements. Implement improvements that reduce downtime, maintenance costs, and recurring equipment failures. Identify critical replacement parts, maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment components. Maintain appropriate inventory levels of critical spare parts and maintenance supplies. Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations based on price, availability, lead time, warranty, and technical compatibility. Coordinate approved purchases with Purchasing and monitor orders through delivery. Verify received parts against purchase orders and equipment specifications. Safety & Compliance Maintain a safe maintenance environment and ensure equipment is properly maintained. Identify and address unsafe equipment conditions and maintenance-related hazards. Ensure maintenance work is performed in accordance with company safety procedures and applicable requirements. Support equipment inspections, safety improvements, and corrective actions. Promote safe work practices throughout the maintenance team. Reporting & Communication Prepare maintenance reports, equipment reliability summaries, downtime reports, project updates, and maintenance cost reports. Monitor maintenance performance, equipment downtime, recurring repairs, and equipment reliability. Communicate maintenance priorities, equipment issues, staffing needs, and project status to the Plant Manager and leadership. Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Quality, Engineering, vendors, and other departments to support manufacturing objectives. Requirements Bachelor's degree preferred in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance Technology, or a related technical field 5+ years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience, including supervisory, lead, or management experience. Proven experience leading, supervising, or managing a maintenance team in a manufacturing or industrial environment. Strong hands-on knowledge of manufacturing equipment and industrial maintenance systems. Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, motors, pumps, bearings, belts, chains, gearboxes, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, and electrical components. Ability to troubleshoot complex equipment failures and perform root-cause analysis. Experience developing, implementing, or managing preventive and predictive maintenance programs. Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, technical drawings, electrical schematics, specifications, and maintenance documentation. Experience managing or coordinating vendors, contractors, equipment manufacturers, and service technicians. Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Word. ERP/MRP or CMMS experience is a plus. Excellent English communication skills, written and verbal. Willingness to remain hands-on and actively involved in maintenance operations. Ability to work on-site in Rancho Dominguez, California. Preferred Backgrounds Candidates with experience in the following areas are encouraged to apply: Manufacturing Maintenance Maintenance Management Maintenance Supervision Mechanical Maintenance Equipment Reliability Preventive Maintenance Predictive Maintenance Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering Facilities Maintenance Maintenance Project Management Candidates with experience in physical-product manufacturing environments are particularly encouraged to apply, including packaging, plastics, food and beverage, paper and corrugated products, metal manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, chemical, pharmaceutical, medical device, industrial equipment, machinery, consumer products, building materials, rubber products, electronics, and other manufacturing operations. Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays 401(k) Health Insurance Vision Insurance Company-provided computer and required work equipment Stable, long-term opportunity with career growth Schedule Monday through Friday Day Shift Additional flexibility may occasionally be required for equipment breakdowns, urgent maintenance issues, equipment installations, or major maintenance projects. Education Bachelor's degree preferred in Engineering, Manufacturing, Maintenance Technology, or related technical field. Relevant technical certifications, industrial maintenance training, or equivalent hands-on experience will be considered. Equivalent hands-on industrial maintenance leadership experience may be considered in place of a bachelor's degree. #J-18808-Ljbffr