Director of Maintenance - Manufacturing

Penn Color, Inc.; Hatfield Borough (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Director of Maintenance to lead their global manufacturing facilities. This key role involves ensuring optimal facility performance and equipment reliability while overseeing a diverse team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in maintenance management within manufacturing, particularly in liquid dispersion and masterbatch additives. This innovative firm offers a unique opportunity to shape maintenance processes and drive continuous improvement. Join a company that values stability and long-term career growth, and be part of a team dedicated to excellence and innovation in the industry.

Benefits

Highly competitive compensation

Choice between 3 outstanding medical plans

401K with a strong company match

PTO to balance your life

Company events that bring us all together

Qualifications

• 10+ years of maintenance management experience in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead global maintenance strategy and ensure facility performance.
• Manage maintenance budget and compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Team Development

Budgeting

Technical Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

CMMS

PLC Programming

Job description

We are a family held organization specializing in the production of color and additive masterbatches, compounds, and liquid dispersions. Penn Color supports a diverse range of end market applications within consumer goods, building and construction, and transportation industries, with manufacturing and R&D sites across the United States, Europe, and Asia. For over 60 years, we have cultivated a legacy of trust with our clients, suppliers, and employees by remaining steadfast to our founding core values and fostering a culture dedicated to consistently exceeding client expectations.

Position Summary

The Director of Maintenance will serve as the strategic and operational leader of the maintenance function for our global manufacturing facilities specializing in liquid dispersion and masterbatch additives. This role is responsible for ensuring optimal facility performance, equipment reliability, and sustained production efficiency. Reporting directly to the VP of Operations, the Director will oversee a diverse team of mechanics, fabricators, and electricians to drive the implementation of best practices, and lead the continuous improvement of maintenance processes worldwide.

You Must Be:

• A natural and competitive team leader
• Able to inspire those around you and to influence a broad range of individuals
• True desire to elevate those around you
• An innovator and problem solver
• Data-driven

Key Responsibilities

• Global maintenance leadership - develop and execute a comprehensive maintenance strategy that aligns with global operational goals
• Establish and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) to track maintenance effectiveness and drive continuous improvement
• Develop a high-performing global maintenance team - establish clear roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations for mechanics, electricians, and support staff
• Oversee all aspects of facility maintenance such as reactive repairs and equipment troubleshooting, preventative and predictive maintenance programs, etc.
• Develop and implement standardized maintenance procedures, protocols, and scheduling systems
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies and methodologies to drive maintenance excellence
• Contract and vendor management - establish partnerships with external contractors and service providers to supplement in-house capabilities
• Develop and manage the maintenance budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources
• Oversee capital expenditure planning for maintenance-related projects and equipment upgrades
• Compliance and safety - ensure all maintenance activities adhere to regulatory, environmental, and safety standards
• Global travel is required to visit manufacturing sites, supplier locations, and contractor facilities

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Industrial Technology, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive maintenance management experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with liquid dispersion, masterbatch additives, or similar process manufacturing industries is highly desirable
• Strong facilitation and project management skills
• Excellent knowledge of facilities and equipment utilized in a manufacturing environment
• Experience developing and executing Equipment and Facilities Qualification protocols
• Experience planning and executing capital projects re: GMP facility and equipment changes/additions
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Deep understanding of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems, including PLC programming and industrial control systems
• Deep experience and understanding of maintenance related systems: CMMS, Preventative Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance (PdM), and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams across diverse geographical locations
• The ability to build teams where employees have a shared purpose and vision; demonstrated experience building unity between sites and/or functions
• Experience in budgeting, cost control, and capital planning

What WE can do for YOU

Penn Color offers many tangible and intangible benefits:

Tangible benefits include:

• Highly competitive compensation
• A choice between 3 outstanding medical plans
• 401K with a strong company match
• PTO to balance your life
• Many more company perks!

Our intangible benefits really set us apart:

• Unmatched company stability
• Long-term career opportunity
• True open door, friendly environment
• Ability to "own" your role
• Company events that bring us all together

If you desire a long-term career, want to work alongside an exceptional group of people, and wish to use your talents to shape a world-class company, then we are your employer of choice!

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Manufacturing

Industries

Plastics Manufacturing and Chemical Manufacturing