Maintenance Manager

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance and equipment reliability for a highly automated manufacturing operation. This is a hands-on leadership position with significant responsibility for the performance, reliability, and continuous improvement of CNC machinery and related manufacturing equipment. The ideal candidate is a strong maintenance leader who understands CNC equipment, electrical and mechanical systems, controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial automation—and who can lead a team while also stepping in to troubleshoot complex equipment issues when needed. This is an excellent opportunity for a maintenance professional looking to take ownership of a maintenance department and play a key role in improving equipment uptime, reliability, safety, and overall manufacturing performance. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop, and manage the maintenance team, including technicians and skilled trades personnel. Establish and maintain a comprehensive preventive and predictive maintenance program . Oversee maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and improvement of CNC machinery and manufacturing equipment. Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and controls-related issues . Support CNC equipment including machining centers, CNC lathes, mills, grinders, and associated material-handling systems. Coordinate emergency repairs and minimize equipment downtime while maintaining safe operating practices. Analyze equipment failures and implement root-cause corrective actions to prevent recurring issues. Develop maintenance schedules based on equipment condition, production requirements, OEM recommendations, and historical data. Monitor equipment reliability, downtime, maintenance costs, and other key performance indicators. Manage outside contractors and service providers for specialized repairs, installations, and equipment upgrades. Assist with the selection, installation, commissioning, and startup of new equipment. Develop and manage maintenance-related budgets, spare parts, tooling, and inventory. Identify opportunities for equipment upgrades, automation, and capital improvements. Partner closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Production leadership to improve overall equipment effectiveness. Ensure maintenance activities comply with company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and applicable electrical and machine safety standards. Maintain accurate maintenance records and utilize the company's CMMS or maintenance management system. Establish clear procedures and documentation for equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. Train and mentor maintenance personnel while building a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement. Ideal Background 7+ years of progressive industrial maintenance experience, with increasing leadership responsibility. Previous experience as a Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance & Engineering Manager, or similar leadership role . Strong experience maintaining and troubleshooting CNC manufacturing equipment . Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting capabilities. Experience with PLC-controlled equipment, industrial automation, hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, drives, and sensors . Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals. Experience developing and managing preventive/predictive maintenance programs. Strong understanding of equipment reliability and root-cause analysis. Experience managing maintenance personnel and developing skilled trades teams. Experience working in a high-volume manufacturing environment. Strong project management and organizational skills. Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work effectively with production, engineering, quality, and senior leadership. Preferred Qualifications Experience with CNC machining environments. Experience with Fanuc, Haas, Mazak, Okuma, Mori Seiki/DMG MORI, or similar CNC equipment . PLC troubleshooting experience, particularly Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation. Experience with CMMS systems. Experience with TPM, Lean Manufacturing, or Continuous Improvement initiatives. Experience managing capital equipment installations and upgrades. Electrical or mechanical technical degree, apprenticeship, or equivalent combination of education and experience. What You'll Bring We're looking for a maintenance leader who can operate at both the strategic and hands-on levels . You should be comfortable developing a long-term reliability strategy with leadership in the morning and working alongside a technician to troubleshoot a difficult CNC issue when necessary. The successful candidate will be a strong people leader, problem solver, and equipment expert who takes ownership of uptime, reliability, safety, and continuous improvement. Why Consider This Opportunity? Leadership role with significant ownership and visibility Opportunity to lead and develop a skilled maintenance team Strong focus on CNC technology and advanced manufacturing equipment Opportunity to influence equipment reliability and capital investment decisions Collaborative environment with Operations and Engineering leadership #J-18808-Ljbffr Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions