Senior Maintenance Manager

About the Team: As a member of our Maintenance team, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our facilities and equipment. This dedicated team is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, addressing equipment malfunctions, and implementing solutions to improve operational efficiency. With a strong focus on safety and reliability, the Maintenance Team collaborates closely with other departments to minimize downtime and maintain a productive work environment. Their expertise and commitment to excellence reflect Justrite Safety Group's values, ensuring that our operations meet the highest standards of quality and safety. What You'll Do at Justrite: Maintenance and Reliability Lead all maintenance operations for production equipment and facility assets. Develop and manage a preventive maintenance (PM) program to maximize equipment reliability. Implement predictive maintenance techniques (vibration analysis, thermal imaging, oil analysis, etc.). Reduce downtime by analyzing equipment failures and implementing corrective actions. Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. Implement and maintain OEE tracking and root cause for each equipment Partner with OEMs to create PM proposals and maintain a budget for PM CMMS/Maintenance PM System Manage and optimize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Develop preventive maintenance schedules and standard work procedures. Track equipment history, work orders, KPIs, and maintenance costs. Ensure accurate inventory and spare parts management. Use CMMS data to improve maintenance planning and decision-making. Planning and Scheduling Plan and prioritize maintenance activities to minimize production interruptions. Coordinate shutdowns, outages, and major repairs. Balance labor resources, contractors, and production schedules. Develop weekly, monthly, and annual maintenance plans.

Budgeting and Cost Control: Develop and manage the annual maintenance budget. Forecast labor, spare parts, contractor, and capital expenses. Control maintenance costs while improving equipment reliability. Prepare business cases and ROI analyses for equipment investments.

Capital Projects and Equipment Upgrades: Develop a 1-, 3-, and 5-year capital improvement roadmap for equipment replacement and modernization. Identify aging equipment and prioritize upgrades based on risk, reliability, and return on investment. Lead machinery installation, commissioning, and startup projects. Manage capital expenditure (CapEx) projects from planning through completion.

Automation and Continuous Improvement: Identify automation opportunities to improve productivity and reduce labor costs. Partner with engineering, production, and controls teams on automation initiatives. Evaluate robotics, PLC upgrades, sensors, and Industry 4.0 technologies. Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement projects focused on reliability and efficiency.

Leadership: Lead and develop maintenance supervisors, planners, and technicians. Establish performance metrics and maintenance KPIs (OEE, MTBF, MTTR, PM compliance, downtime). Coach team members and support technical training. Manage contractors and vendor relationships.

Strategic Responsibilities: Create a long-term asset management strategy. Develop reliability improvement plans. Forecast future maintenance needs and workforce requirements. Align maintenance objectives with production and business goals. Your Skills and Expertise: To ensure your success from day one in this role, Justrite requires the following qualifications at a minimum: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Maintenance Management, or a related field preferred. 10+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing, reliability, engineering or related leadership roles. Proven leadership experience overseeing maintenance and electrical functions in a metal, plastics, or similar manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance, reliability programs, PM optimization, and asset management. Experience developing and implementing maintenance planning and scheduling systems and CMMS programs. Demonstrated success managing maintenance budgets, controlling costs, and optimizing labor and resources. Proven experience leading capital projects, equipment upgrades, automation initiatives, and new equipment installations. Strong understanding of electrical systems, controls, PLCs, automation, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical systems. Experience driving continuous improvement, root cause analysis, downtime reduction, and overall equipment effectiveness. Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include: Strong project management, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Ability to develop long-term maintenance and reliability strategies aligned with business and production objectives. Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership. Commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and development of a high-performance maintenance organization.

Compensation: The position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $100,000 to $115,000. Actual base salaries will vary and may be above or below the recommended pay range based on factors such as but not limited to location, relevant experience and performance. Additionally, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan to enhance their overall total compensation package when Justrite Safety Group and their business units achieve annual business and financial targets.

Benefits: Our benefits package at Justrite Safety Group is designed to be the best in the industry, offering everything you need to support your career and personal well-being. You'll receive a competitive salary paired with an extensive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. We provide flexible hours and alternative work arrangements designed to support a healthy work-life balance. These options vary depending on the specific roles and business needs. Your financial future is secure with our 401K plan, complete with a company match, and you're protected with company-paid short and long-term disability insurance. To ensure you're at your best, we also offer generous paid time off, personal days, and a robust employee wellness program that supports your overall health and happiness. At Justrite, our benefits package is designed to help you thrive both in and out of the workplace. Why Choose Justrite Safety Group? As a leading name in the safety industry, Justrite provides a platform where you can collaborate with some of the best professionals in the field, learning from experts and contributing to cutting-edge solutions. The company's commitment to excellence and innovation ensures that you'll be part of a team that is making a real impact. With a strong focus on career advancement, Justrite empowers its employees to thrive both personally and professionally, making it an ideal workplace for those looking to grow their careers in a meaningful and rewarding environment. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to product excellence and making a positive impact in our company, and in our community! Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.