Machine Maintenance Manager

Unifi Manufacturing, Inc; Yadkinville (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous vacation& paid holidays

Flexible work options

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Unifi Manufacturing, Inc. is seeking a Machine Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance function for our manufacturing equipment and production lines. The role focuses on promoting a strong safety culture while maximizing uptime and controlling costs.

You will drive preventive and predictive maintenance programs, troubleshoot complex issues, and lead equipment upgrades in collaboration with cross-functional teams to improve asset reliability and throughput.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or other two-year degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing maintenance environment; automated material handling experience preferred.
• CMMS experience a plus; Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance operations for manufacturing equipment and production lines.
• Develop the technical skills and knowledge of maintenance personnel.
• Support safety and operational excellence through housekeeping and best practices.
• Lead preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize reliability and minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot machine failures and recurring breakdowns to restore performance.
• Analyze equipment failures and determine root causes to implement corrective actions.
• Support equipment upgrades and capital projects with cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with production management to maximize throughput and energy savings.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Team development

Safety & operational excellence

Preventive & predictive maintenance

Equipment troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Capital projects & equipment upgrades

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Description

We are seeking a Machine Maintenance Manager to join our team.

How will you play an integral role?

The Machine Maintenance Manager leads the maintenance function for the various types of manufacturing equipment and production lines Unifi operates, promoting a strong safety culture while ensuring high equipment reliability, maximizing machine uptime and performance, and controlling maintenance and operating costs.

What is essential for success?

Maintenance Leadership – Leads maintenance operations for manufacturing equipment and production lines by providing technical direction, prioritizing work, and ensuring equipment reliability to support production objectives.

Team Development – Leads and develops the technical skills and knowledge of machine-related maintenance team through coaching, mentoring, training, and continuous performance development.

Safety & Operational Excellence – Promotes a safe work environment by supporting workplace organization, housekeeping, and maintenance best practices while fostering a culture of operational excellence.

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance – Leads effective machine-specific preventive and predictive maintenance programs that maximize equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and improve overall asset performance.

Equipment Troubleshooting – Supports the troubleshooting of machine failures and recurring breakdowns by applying systematic problem-solving techniques to restore equipment performance and minimize production interruptions.

Root Cause Analysis – Analyzes equipment failures and identifies root causes to implement sustainable corrective actions that improve machine uptime and long-term reliability.

Capital Projects & Equipment Improvements – Supports equipment upgrades, modifications, and capital projects by collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve equipment capability, efficiency, and reliability.

Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partners closely with production management and other functional teams to maximize throughput, improve equipment performance, and achieve operational objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading maintenance operations for manufacturing equipment and production lines
• Leading and developing the technical skills and knowledge of machine-related maintenance personnel
• Supporting safety and operational excellence through workplace organization, housekeeping, and maintenance best practices
• Leading effective machine-specific preventive and predictive maintenance programs through CMMS utilization to support required equipment reliability
• Supporting the troubleshooting of machine failures and recurring breakdowns
• Analyzing equipment failure data and root cause to improve machine uptime
• Supporting equipment upgrades and capital projects
• Working closely with production management to maximize throughput
• Identifying and implementing energy-saving opportunities

Are you qualified for the position?

Education

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or other relevant two-year degree preferred

Experience

• Three to five years of experience in a manufacturing maintenance environment;automated material handling experience preferred
• Previous leadership experience preferred
• CMMS software experience a plus
• Automated material handling maintenance experience is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Other

• Availability for on-call and after-hours support, as needed

Have we mentioned our impressive benefits?

• Competitive compensation
• Generous vacation& paid holidays
• Flexible work options
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• & more!

About Us

Become part of the UNIFI® team and help change the world. UNIFI is at the forefront of textile manufacturing innovation and fiber science. We are the people behind REPREVE®, the world’s leading brand of recycled fiber. We help major fashion, sports, homeware, and automotive brands make cutting-edge sustainable products. Learn more about what makes Unifi special and how you can start making a difference today.

Unifi Manufacturing, Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.No immigration sponsorship is available for this role.

Unifi Manufacturing, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are subject to a criminal background check, work history review, and drug screening.

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