Maintenance Manager

Metal-Tech Industrial, LLC; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

HSA

Paid time off

401(k) with employer matching

Discretionary bonuses

Weekday schedule with overtime

Job summary

Metal-Tech Industrial, LLC in Alpena, MI is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Manager to lead our maintenance operations. This role is critical to reliability and efficiency of equipment and facilities, requiring a proactive problem-solving mindset and strong communication from day one.

The successful candidate will build in-house maintenance capabilities, plan preventative maintenance, and coordinate with operators, vendors, and leadership to minimize downtime while driving cost-effective

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to train and mentor team members.
• Proficiency in coordinating with cross-functional teams and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule maintenance projects and repairs.
• Plan and execute preventative maintenance programs.
• Build in-house maintenance skills to reduce reliance on external vendors.
• Communicate maintenance plans and updates to operators and leadership.
• Coordinate internal staff and external vendors to minimize equipment downtime.
• Identify and implement predictive maintenance strategies.
• Train operators to recognize and report equipment issues.
• Maintain inventory of parts and consumables.
• Foster strong relationships with manufacturers and vendors to expedite service.
• Expand supplier network to improve cost and service timelines.
• Conduct annual oil testing and analysis.
• Serve as the primary contact for building maintenance contractor.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Project management

Verbal and written communication

Mentoring team members

Cross-functional coordination

Education

High School or better

Tools

Vendor coordination

Job description

Metal-Tech Industrial, LLC
Alpena, MI 49707, USA

• Pay or shift range: $18 USD to $25 USD
  Compensation displayed on postings are estimates only and do not represent a predetermined compensation or formal offer. This company is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, height, weight, marital status, sex, national origin and/or disability. All qualified applicants are welcome to submit applications for employment.

Description

About Metal-Tech Industrial LLC

Metal-Tech Industrial LLC (MTL) is a growing leader in industrial manufacturing, known for our commitment to quality, innovation, and employee development. We pride ourselves on offering incredible career and wage growth opportunities for individuals who are driven, hands‑on, and ready to make a lasting impact. At MTL, we reward hard work, value positive influence, and support professional advancement.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Maintenance Manager to lead our maintenance operations. This role is critical to ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our equipment and facilities. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem‑solver with strong communication and leadership skills, capable of building internal capabilities and minimizing downtime through strategic planning and execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule maintenance projects and repairs.
• Plan and execute preventative maintenance programs.
• Build in‑house maintenance skills to reduce reliance on external vendors.
• Communicate maintenance plans and updates to operators and leadership.
• Coordinate internal staff and external vendors to minimize equipment downtime.
• Identify and implement predictive maintenance strategies.
• Train operators to recognize and report equipment issues.
• Maintain inventory of parts and consumables.
• Foster strong relationships with manufacturers and vendors to expedite service.
• Expand supplier network to improve cost and service timelines.
• Conduct annual oil testing and analysis.
• Serve as the primary contact for building maintenance contractor.

Required Skills

• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to train and mentor team members.
• Proficiency in coordinating with cross‑functional teams and vendors.

Required Knowledge

• Maintenance management best practices.
• Preventative and predictive maintenance techniques.
• Safety regulations and compliance standards.
• Inventory and vendor management.

Ability to Implement

• Lead and develop a high‑performing maintenance team.
• Execute maintenance strategies that reduce downtime and costs.
• Analyze equipment performance and implement improvements.
• Maintain compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Competitive paystarting at$18-$25/hour, based on experience.
• 100% employer‑paid health insuranceandHSAfor employees.
• Flexible paid time offandpaid holidays.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Discretionary bonuses.
• Monday–Friday schedulewith weekends and major holidays off (overtime opportunities available).

Qualifications

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Self‑Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

High School or better.

Experience

• 2 years and above

Equal Opportunity Employer
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