Engineering And Maintenance Manager

ClearBridge Executive Search; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ClearBridge Executive Search is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Wisconsin. The role emphasizes reliability, uptime, and cost control while coordinating with cross‑functional teams.

You will implement predictive and preventive maintenance programs, review equipment conditions, and drive KPI-driven improvements. Strong troubleshooting skills and CMMS experience are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in mechanical/electrical/industrial tech.
• 5+ years in manufacturing with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical skills.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting abilities.
• Reliability-driven mindset focused on uptime.
• Experience optimizing CMMS scheduling and reporting.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements.
• Good interpersonal and cross-functional communication.

Responsibilities

• Implement predictive and preventive maintenance programs.
• Drive quality improvements to prevent repeat issues.
• Review rotating equipment conditions.
• Develop and monitor KPIs for maintenance.
• Participate in equipment design for reliability.
• Read blueprints, electrical schematics, and sketches.
• Create reports on maintenance activities, equipment status, and costs.
• Lead and develop technicians and enforce performance standards.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Mechanical maintenance

Industrial technology

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

CMMS optimization

OSHA knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Technology

Tools

CMMS

Job description

We are seeking a hands‑on Maintenance Manager with strong electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical expertise to lead maintenance operations in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This role offers growth opportunities, competitive pay, excellent benefits, and vacation days in a stable company setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and manage predictive and preventive maintenance programs.
• Drive quality initiatives to ensure customer satisfaction and prevent repeat issues.
• Review and monitor rotating equipment conditions.
• Develop, implement, and manage key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Participate in equipment design to ensure reliability and maintainability.
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and engineering sketches.
• Create and present reports detailing maintenance activities, equipment status, shutdown planning, and cost control.
• Lead and develop technicians while holding teams accountable to performance standards.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Technology—or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of manufacturing industry experience with strong hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and industrial skills.
• Proven electrical and mechanical troubleshooting capabilities.
• Reliability‑driven mindset with emphasis on preventive maintenance and uptime improvement.
• Experience with CMMS optimization including scheduling, reporting, and workflow improvement.
• Knowledge of relevant OSHA requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration.