Industrial Maintenance Leader - Drive Reliability & Growth

Central Plains Steel; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly incentives

Full benefits package

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Career growth

Safety training

Long-term employment

Job summary

Central Plains Steel is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support production equipment across plants in Wichita, KS. This 1st shift role collaborates with operations and technical staff to ensure safety, quality, and productivity.

You will lead maintenance activities, implement preventive and predictive programs, and drive improvements in reliability and uptime in a heavy manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Must meet Level 4 (Heavy Work) physical capacity.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 5+ years maintenance leadership in manufacturing/metal service environments.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop maintenance technicians.
• Set department goals, metrics, and accountability.
• Schedule maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting for complex issues.
• Participate in hiring, training, and performance management.

Skills

Driver's license

Heavy work capability

Maintenance leadership

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC & automation

Hydraulic/pneumatic

CNC machinery

Overhead cranes & forklifts

CMMS proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Manufacturing Technology, or related field

Equivalent experience considered

Tools

CMMS

Trumpf laser systems

Laser/Press brake tooling

Job description

Central Plains Steel is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support production equipment across plants in Wichita, KS. This 1st shift role collaborates with operations and technical staff to ensure safety, quality, and productivity.

You will lead maintenance activities, implement preventive and predictive programs, and drive improvements in reliability and uptime in a heavy manufacturing setting.