Job Description

Job Description

Employbridge is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations in a high-volume manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Plant Manager, this individual will oversee all aspects of equipment maintenance, preventive programs, and team leadership to ensure maximum uptime, safety, and efficiency across production lines.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment & Process Efficiency

• Ensure safe, efficient operation of all machinery to meet or exceed Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and quality standards.
• Analyze OEE data to identify root causes and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with Lockout/Tagout procedures and enforce all plant safety policies.
• Lead troubleshooting for all major equipment issues.

Team Leadership & Training

• Provide hands-on leadership and technical training for maintenance personnel.
• Foster a culture of proactive problem solving and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ensure all plant personnel receive consistent and timely machine operation training.

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Plan and execute preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
• Maintain equipment in “showroom condition” and address inefficiencies proactively.
• Manage and update CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) for all maintenance activities, parts, and costs.

Inventory & Budget Control

• Maintain optimal parts inventory within established budget limits.
• Source and order replacement components while controlling repair and procurement costs.
• Track maintenance expenses and performance metrics.

Collaboration & Communication

• Partner with production and quality teams to ensure consistent product performance and uptime.
• Coordinate Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) events and uphold TPM standards.
• Communicate maintenance performance, issues, and improvement plans with leadership and cross-functional teams.

People Management

• Supervise, schedule, and evaluate maintenance staff to ensure operational coverage and performance.
• Conduct performance reviews, manage attendance, and enforce accountability standards.
• Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Key Performance Indicators

• CMMS accuracy and utilization
• Downtime reduction (scheduled vs. unscheduled)
• Maintenance cost control and budget adherence
• Timely completion of preventive maintenance tasks

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing
• 5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Proven track record in OEE improvement, TPM, and CMMS utilization
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Self-motivated, hands-on, and results-driven

Preferred:

• Experience in the automotive or high-speed manufacturing industry
• Advanced training in TPM, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma

About Employbridge

At Employbridge , we are the nation’s largest industrial staffing and workforce solutions partner—focused on connecting top talent with industry-leading employers. We pride ourselves on creating opportunities that drive operational excellence and help our clients and employees win together .

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