Maintenance Manager

Maintenance ManagerRancho Cucamonga, CABlueScope continues to build on our reputation of quality brands and products, leading technology and a customer-first spirit. Through our global brands, we are one of the largest manufacturers of building solutions in the world. Our diverse, bright and inspired workforce is committed to bettering the communities we serve through breakthrough thinking and innovations. Your goals, ideas and perspective can help shape our future – we look forward to hearing them!Primary PurposeThe Maintenance Manager is accountable for the strategic direction, execution, and overall performance of the plant's maintenance and reliability function, ensuring the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of all manufacturing assets. The role leads a multi-disciplined maintenance organization and owns the integration of maintenance execution, planning and scheduling, and reliability engineering to deliver measurable improvements in equipment availability, operational reliability, and production performance.This position is responsible for establishing and enforcing a structured, data-driven maintenance and reliability system, including work management processes, asset strategies, and performance metrics. The Maintenance Manager is directly accountable for achieving defined operational, reliability, and cost targets through effective leadership, resource allocation, and prioritization of maintenance and capital activities. Through strong leadership and partnership with Operations and Engineering, the role ensures alignment of maintenance strategy with plant objectives and drives sustainable improvements in asset performance, cost efficiency, and long-term operational capability.Primary Duties & ResponsibilitiesMaintenance Work Management, Planning, & Asset Reliability:Own and lead the site maintenance and reliability strategy, including preventive (PM), predictive (PdM), and corrective maintenance programsDirect the maintenance work management system, ensuring disciplined execution of planned, scheduled, and reactive work aligned to production prioritiesEnsure equipment reliability and availability to meet production targets, minimizing unplanned downtime through effective prioritization and resource allocationDrive maintenance process performance, including backlog management, schedule compliance, PM/PdM execution, and work order qualityLead reliability improvement efforts, including root cause failure analysis (RCFA), defect elimination, and continuous improvement initiativesAccountable for overall asset performance, including reduction of equipment failures and development of risk-based asset strategies for critical equipmentTeam Leadership and Management:Lead and develop a structured maintenance organization including Supervisors, Planner/Scheduler, Reliability roles, Maintenance technicians, and contractors.Build team capability and deliver performance feedback and conduct performance reviews as appropriate, training programs, and ensure team adherence to safety, quality, and operational standards.Establish clear accountability across execution, planning, and reliability functionsBudget and Resource Management:Develop and manage the maintenance budget, ensuring cost-effective solutions and alignment with financial targetsMonitor and control maintenance expenditures, proactively managing costs to remain within approved budgetDrive cost efficiency through improved planning, reliability improvements, and effective resource utilizationOversee procurement of maintenance materials, tools, equipment, and spare parts to support operational needsManage inventory and critical spare parts to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtimeTroubleshooting and Problem-Solving:Lead the investigation and resolution of critical equipment failures and performance issues.Collaborate with engineering and production teams to identify root causes of breakdowns and implement long-term solutions.Compliance and Safety:Ensure all maintenance activities comply with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.Promote a culture of safety, ensuring that all team members follow established safety procedures and guidelines.Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments related to maintenance operations.Lead incident investigations and ensure effective, sustainable corrective actions are implementedKPI Ownership, Documentation, & Performance ManagementOwn and drive performance of key maintenance KPIsAnalyze KPI trends and implement corrective actions to drive continuous improvementHold team accountable to defined performance targetsMaintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, maintenance logs, and equipment performance.Provide regular reports on maintenance performance, key performance indicators (KPIs), and progress towards maintenance goals.Capital Planning and Project ExecutionChampion maintenance-led improvement projects, ensuring initiatives focused on reliability, defect elimination, and cost reduction are identified, developed, and executedProvide technical and maintenance resource support for plant capital projects, ensuring maintenance requirements, reliability considerations, and long-term asset performance are incorporatedLead development of capital plans aligned with asset reliability and plant strategyPrioritize capital investments based on risk, reliability impact, and return on investmentEnsure successful execution of projects (capital & maintenance led) within scope, schedule, and budgetKey MeasuresSee attachmentAuthority & Decision MakingFollow guidelines under the Delegation of Authority (DOA).Part procurement authorization, vendor and contractor management, R&M repair authorizations, utilities process authorization, capital request development, shop tool purchases, SOP authorization.Assignment of tasks to team members.Capital-related purchase authority may vary with approved Request for Capital Expenditure (CEA)Schedule project tasks and priority as needed to complete the projectsMaintenance recruitmentTools Required• Proficiency in CMMS and data analytics tools for monitoring maintenance performance.• Maintenance software• Maintenance metrics• CAP EX Budget• Microsoft Office SuiteEducation & Experience QualificationsMinimum:• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering.• 7 years of experience in maintenance management, preferably in a steel manufacturing or heavy industrial environment.• 3 years of experience in a supervisory or people management role.Preferred:• 10 years of experience in maintenance management, preferably in a steel manufacturing or heavy industrial environment.• 5 years of experience in a supervisory or people management role.• Management experience for collective bargaining teamSkills & Competencies• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.• Ability to influence and mentor teams to achieve both short-term and long-term reliability goals.• Ability to manage competing priorities and handle complex problems in a fast-paced environment.• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and project management skills.• Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities to collaborate effectively with all levels of the organization.• Experience using Maintenance Management Software (MMS), including work order management, preventive maintenance (PM) processes, and spare parts inventory systems.• Experience with budget management, capital project oversight, and cost optimization strategies.• Familiarity with equipment systems, controls, and their impact on plant operations.• In-depth knowledge of maintenance best practices, reliability engineering, and industrial equipment.• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication processes, particularly within the steel industry.• Proficiency in CMMS and data analytics tools for monitoring maintenance performance.• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for data analysis, reporting, and presentations.• Proven ability to analyze complex systems and equipment to identify and resolve reliability issues.• Strong communication skills can articulate technical issues and solutions to technical and non-technical stakeholders.• Strong leadership abilities, with a focus on driving results through teamwork and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, mentor, and manage large, cross-functional teams.• Follow BlueScope safety framework and the ability to demonstrate a commitment to safety and to create a safe work environment.Salary Range: The expected pay scale for this role is $138,330.00 - $157,500.00 annually, depending on experience, skill set, and qualifications. In addition to base salary, this position