Maintenance and Facilities Manager

The Eastern Company; Strongsville (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Eberhard Manufacturing Company in Strongsville, OH, seeks a Facilities and Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance and facilities operations across buildings, utilities, and equipment. The role focuses on reliability, safety, and continuous improvement.

You'll develop preventive and predictive programs, manage budgets, supervise technicians, and drive cost reductions while ensuring OSHA compliance and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field required.
• 5–7 years of maintenance leadership in manufacturing preferred.
• Experience implementing preventive/predictive maintenance programs using CMMS.
• Experience with facilities, utilities, and building systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance personnel in a union environment and set priorities.
• Develop and manage preventive/predictive maintenance schedules.
• Oversee facilities, utilities, and building systems upkeep and upgrades.
• Monitor performance, analyze downtime trends, and drive corrective actions.
• Manage budgets, spare parts, and vendor performance.
• Drive safety programs, OSHA/compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance management

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Budgeting

CMMS

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

CMMS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Maintenance and Facilities Manager

Eberhard Overview:

Eberhard is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of engineered security access solutions, recognized worldwide for our commitment to innovation and quality. Guided by our vision to be the First Choice for secure access solutions globally, we deliver on a mission rooted in a proud tradition of engineered excellence – to grow, elevate, and inspire our team and customers by providing innovative, reliable solutions and world-class experiences, while maximizing value for our shareholders. At the heart of our culture are our “CARE” values: Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, which shape how we work together and serve our partners every day. With strategic operations across the USA, Mexico, China, and Taiwan, Eberhard is proud to be a division of The Eastern Company (Nasdaq: EML), continuing a legacy of industrial leadership since 1859. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and growth-focused workplace that makes Eberhard a top global employer of choice.

Position Summary:

The Facilities and Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading the maintenance and facilities functions to ensure reliable operation of all equipment, buildings, grounds, and utility systems. This position develops and executes maintenance strategies that improve equipment uptime, reduce downtime, ensure regulatory compliance, and support operational excellence. The Facilities and Maintenance Manager drives preventive and predictive maintenance initiatives while fostering a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and accountability.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintenance Leadership

• Lead and manage all maintenance personnel in a union environment
• Develop maintenance schedules and priorities to support production and facility requirements.
• Establish preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability.
• Monitor equipment performance and analyze downtime trends to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure timely completion of work orders and maintenance activities.
• Support capital projects, equipment installations, facility upgrades, and process improvements.
• Implement systems and processes that improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Budget and Asset Management

• Support long-term asset management and replacement planning.
• Monitor expenditures and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage spare parts inventory and maintenance supplies.
• Evaluate vendor performance and negotiate service agreements.

Facilities Management

• Oversee maintenance and repair of buildings, grounds, infrastructure, and utility systems.
• Manage HVAC, compressed air, electrical distribution, lighting, plumbing, fire protection, and other facility systems.
• Coordinate facility improvements and construction projects.
• Ensure facility appearance, cleanliness, and functionality meet company standards.

Safety and Compliance

• Promote and enforce all safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, local, state, and federal regulations.
• Lead safety investigations and corrective action implementation related to maintenance activities.
• Maintain required permits, inspections, and compliance documentation.
• Support lockout/tagout, machine guarding, electrical safety, and contractor safety programs.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Utilize root cause analysis tools to eliminate recurring equipment failures.

Develop and track maintenance (KPIs) such as:

• Equipment uptime, Preventive Maintenance completion rates, Maintenance costs, Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), Mean Time to Repair (MTTR), Safety Performance, Facility Compliance Audit Scores, Energy and Utility Cost Management

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Directly supervises maintenance technicians and facilities personnel.
• Responsible for hiring, training, coaching, performance management, and employee development.
• Develops succession plans and technical skill advancement programs.

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Facilities Management, Business Management, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Experience:

• Minimum 5-7 years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing facilities, utilities, and building systems.
• Proven success implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Experience with CMMS systems and maintenance planning.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems.
• Understanding of OSHA regulations and maintenance safety requirements.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis abilities.
• Experience with budgeting and capital project management.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and maintenance management software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or TPM certification.
• CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional) certification.
• Experience in automotive, metal stamping, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of welding, robotics, automated equipment, and industrial controls.

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing and distribution facility.
• This role requires frequent presence on production floors.
• Exposure to warehouse traffic, powered industrial trucks, and transportation operations.
• Occasional travel may be required to support customers, suppliers, carriers, benchmarking and other company locations.

Employment with Eberhard Manufacturing is “at-will”, meaning that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, in accordance with Ohio law.

Eberhard Manufacturing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are evaluated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, genetic history information, or protected veteran status.