Maintenance Manager

Johnson Matthey; Devon (PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

20 days PTO

Health Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Parental Leave

Job summary

Johnson Matthey in Wayne, PA is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance teams at the Devon Clean Air facilities. You will drive safety, equipment reliability, and cost efficiency while supporting manufacturing operations and capital projects.

The role focuses on coaching staff, implementing preventive maintenance, and aligning with JM’s safety and continuous-improvement culture. A strong background in mechanical maintenance and supervision is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years in supervisory/management role in maintenance.
• Knowledge of facility equipment and utilities.
• Experience with PM and reliability programs; CMMS experience.
• Experience with robotics, automation, and PLCs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance departments to ensure safety, cost control, and production support.
• Develop staff through coaching, training, and succession planning.
• Implement safety plans, incident investigations, and EHS initiatives.
• Plan and execute preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
• Monitor performance metrics and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Supervisory experience

PM (Preventative Maintenance)

Reliability programs

CMMS

Robotics & PLCs

Microsoft Office Suite

Facility equipment knowledge

Analytical skills

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Robotics

PLC

Job description

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a Maintenance Manager you’ll contribute to JM’s mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.

This position is responsible for leading the maintenance departments at the Devon Clean Air manufacturing facilities in Wayne, PA in regards to safety, operating costs, and support functions for manufacturing as well as the facility.

The Role

As a Maintenance Manager, you will help drive our goals by:

Leadership

• Develop through various methods including coaching and training the ability of staff in alignment with JM values and principles.
• Through leading by example, further the culture of safe behavior, continuous improvement, and empowerment.
• Evaluate and improve training methods and information to further drive employee development.
• Set standards, objectives, development plans, and succession plans for staff and evaluate performance against those standards and objectives.

Safety

• Implement critical spare parts programs for facilities and production equipment.
• Support staff in addressing safety concerns of the maintenance staff as well as those identified throughout the plant in accordance with the company safety principles as needed.
• Establish plans and implement actions in support of new EHS initiatives / efforts and address gaps with current requirements.
• Provide input to development of new plans to address safety concerns, conditions, or behaviors.
• Execute role in the emergency response plan.
• Ensure staff have appropriate training and resources to respond to potential incidents and to lead investigations.
• Ensure that any actions as an outcome of an incident are carried out and implemented.
• Ensure area safety audits are being completed and that actions are being addressed in a timely manner.
• Support staff in accountability of any person(s) on in the manufacturing areas not acting in accordance to safety rules, procedures, and policies.
• Participate in the Safety Observation Process.

Productivity

• Provide implementation/execution of preventative and predictive maintenance, planning and scheduling, and spare parts inventories to support the plant in achieving its KPI’s in accordance to Plant, site, and CA strategic objectives.
• Identify, implement, and modify maintenance programs, procedures, and staffing to optimize manpower and equipment efficiency.
• Support CI initiatives by setting priorities as well as monitoring effectiveness, participation, and enabling decision making.
• Monitor equipment/process system performance/integrity, identify needs for upgrades/replacements, and implement modifications to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Support and monitor 5S activity in their area of responsibility including audits and audit participation.
• Consult and provide input where necessary to the implementation of new products, processes, and technologies.

Quality

• Ensure and support all functions in regards to quality system compliance.
• Monitor processes for quality through completion of various types of audits and ensure actions / non-conformities are being appropriately addressed.
• Support root cause investigations, into quality issues on the line including implementation of corrective and preventative actions.

General

• Employee will comply with all Johnson Matthey Hazardous Waste procedures and local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with EHS on all site safety and environmental requirements and monitor environmental compliance of equipment.
• Provide input to strategic manufacturing plans to meet the business area requirements.
• Develop and implement capital programs to meet capacity, cost reduction, and safety requirements.
• Provide maintenance support as needed to Project Engineering on capital projects.
• Administer company policy to meet all regulatory requirements.
• Carry out any other duties which are within the employee’s skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed.

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
• Maintenance Engineering with at least 5 years in supervisory or management role. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Must possess knowledge of all facility equipment (such as chilled water, compressed air, HVAC, electrical, roofing, etc.) and the supporting utilities within a facility.
• Strong PM (Preventative Maintenance) and Reliability Programs experience, including establishing and effectively maintaining existing programs.
• Must have CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) experience.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and identify new equipment needs in order to improve quality and reduce costs – Desired.
• Strong expertise with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint – Desired.
• Experience with Robotics, Automated Systems and PLCs – Desired.

Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We also support hybrid and flexible working and offer comprehensive employee benefits, including health, life, disability and retirements plans that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Retirement Savings (401K Match, plus an additional Employer Contribution)
• 20 days annual PTO (varies for shift-based roles)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision)
• Voluntary Benefits
• Wellbeing Programs and Incentives
• Tuition Assistance
• Parental Leave

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected. For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [e-mail]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.