Maintenance & Facilities Manager

RENK America; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

RENK America is seeking a Maintenance and Facilities Manager to oversee all facility operations in a manufacturing setting. You will lead maintenance personnel, manage preventive programs, and coordinate capital projects to maintain uptime and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a strong background in mechanical/electrical/industrial engineering, lean Six Sigma knowledge, and proven leadership in a union environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering with 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment and a minimum of 3 years leading a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word & Excel).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma and continuous improvement.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication skills and experience working in a union environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily maintenance operations for building systems, machinery, equipment, and grounds.
• Develop, implement, and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce downtime.
• Lead, train, schedule, and evaluate maintenance staff and contractors.
• Coordinate and supervise facility repairs, upgrades, and capital improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee facility services such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and janitorial services.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and equipment performance.
• Develop and manage budgets for maintenance, repairs, and facility operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance facility efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Develop centralized spare parts crib and a structured reorder process
• Implement technology to improve maintenance department including use of tablets and systems that support the team

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Troubleshooting

Project management

Communication

Microsoft Office

Union environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/ Electrical/ Industrial Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical/ Electrical/ Industrial Engineering

Job description

About the Organization RENK America is a leading supplier in the defense, marine and industry sector with superior mobility, propulsion and drive train solutions. Our tradition is centered on precision-engineered systems for maximum impact, efficiency and endurance. RENK's ambition is to support each and every one of its customers to exceed standards in harsh conditions and combat situations. RENK America employs over 500 employees at our US locations in Muskegon, Michigan, Cincinnati, Ohio, Camby, Indiana and Roseville, Michigan. RENK America is driven by this sense of pride and purpose in our country and our community.

Description

The Maintenance and Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing all facility operations to ensure a safe, efficient, and reliable working environment. This role manages both the maintenance functions and facility services, including building systems, equipment, grounds, and vendor relationships. The manager leads maintenance personnel, coordinates preventive and corrective maintenance programs, and ensures compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards. Additionally, this position oversees facility planning, space utilization, and supports operational needs by maintaining high levels of uptime for critical equipment and infrastructure. The Maintenance and Facilities Manager plays a key role in developing budgets, optimizing resources, and driving continuous improvement across facility operations.

• Oversee daily maintenance operations for building systems, machinery, equipment, and grounds.
• Develop, implement, and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce downtime.
• Lead, train, schedule, and evaluate maintenance staff and contractors
• Coordinate and supervise facility repairs, upgrades, and capital improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee facility services such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and janitorial services.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and equipment performance.
• Develop and manage budgets for maintenance, repairs, and facility operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance facility efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Develop centralized spare parts crib and a structured reorder process
• Implement technology to improve maintenance department including use of tablets and systems that support the team

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field with 6+ years relevant experience.
• Master’s degree in Mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field with 4+ years relevant experience.
• Maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment and a minimum of 3 years leading a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word & Excel
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma and continuous improvement
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-pacedmanufacturing environment
• Excellent communication skills and working in a union environment
• Technically proficient: Electrical, Mechanical, Hydraulic, Pneumatics & Project management

RENK America is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans/Disability

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

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