Foundry Maintenance Manager — Reliability & PM Leader

Jobot; Auburn (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits day 1

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a dynamic Maintenance Manager for a high-volume foundry in Indiana. This hands-on leadership role oversees maintenance operations, drives preventive maintenance, and leads continuous improvement projects to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.

You will manage a team of maintenance professionals, develop and manage budgets, and apply welding, hydraulics, and PLC programming expertise to troubleshoot and repair complex equipment.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a maintenance management role in a foundry or similar manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in preventive maintenance, facility management, and project management.
• Strong budgeting skills and experience managing budgets.
• Demonstrated team leadership abilities, with a track record of leading high-performing teams.
• Expertise in welding, hydraulics, and PLC programming.
• Experience in process improvement, with a track record of driving efficiency and productivity enhancements.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems.
• A solid understanding of OSHA compliance requirements in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex equipment issues.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey information to a variety of stakeholders.
• A degree in Engineering or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and managing all maintenance operations in our foundry, ensuring all machinery and equipment are in top-notch condition.
• Developing, implementing, and managing preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
• Managing facility operations, ensuring our infrastructure is secure, efficient, and well-maintained.
• Leading and overseeing various projects, including new installations, upgrades, and repairs.
• Developing and managing budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness in all maintenance efforts.
• Leading a team of maintenance professionals, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high performance.
• Using your welding, hydraulics, and PLC programming expertise to troubleshoot and repair complex equipment issues.
• Driving continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Ensuring all operations are compliant with OSHA standards, maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.
• Managing hydraulic and electrical systems, ensuring their efficient and safe operation.

Skills

Maintenance management

Preventive maintenance

Budgeting

Team leadership

Welding

PLC programming

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Welding

Hydraulics

PLC programming

Job description

Jobot is seeking a dynamic Maintenance Manager for a high-volume foundry in Indiana. This hands-on leadership role oversees maintenance operations, drives preventive maintenance, and leads continuous improvement projects to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.

You will manage a team of maintenance professionals, develop and manage budgets, and apply welding, hydraulics, and PLC programming expertise to troubleshoot and repair complex equipment.