Maintenance Manager

NPAworldwide; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NPAworldwide seeks a Maintenance Manager to lead and supervise all maintenance activities for safe, reliable plant operation in a Georgia facility. The role drives preventive and predictive maintenance, manages staff and contractors, and controls the maintenance budget to minimize downtime and improve production performance.

You will oversee CMMS data integrity, coordinate with engineering and production, and uphold OSHA and environmental standards while fostering a culture of safety and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance leadership experience in manufacturing/industrial settings.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field (or equivalent).
• Experience with continuous extrusion and/or mechanical/pneumatic conveying systems preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret process flow and shop drawings.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems; PLCs and automation preferred.
• Experience implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of CMMS is implied.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise maintenance activities to maximize uptime and reliability.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Plan, schedule, and prioritize work orders with Production.
• Lead safety initiatives and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage maintenance budget and control costs.
• Supervise and develop maintenance team, including training and certifications.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Production, and Quality for improvements.
• Track KPIs and drive reliability improvements.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Reading shop drawings

Troubleshooting

Planning & scheduling

Office productivity

OSHA & safety

Pneumatics & hydraulics

Electrical systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Job description

• Team Leadership & Development

Job Description

Maintenance Manager

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading and supervising all maintenance activities to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant equipment, utilities, and facilities. This role drives preventive and predictive maintenance strategies, manages maintenance personnel and contractors, controls the maintenance budget, and ensures compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards. The Maintenance Manager plays a key role in minimizing downtime, extending asset life, and supporting production performance.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Equipment & Facility Reliability
• Ensure maximum uptime and reliability of all production, utilities, and facility systems.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Lead troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and permanent corrective actions for recurring failures.
• Maintenance Planning & Execution
• Plan, schedule, and prioritize maintenance work orders in coordination with Production.
• Balance emergency, corrective, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Ensure all work is executed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Team Leadership & Development
• Supervise, develop, and mentor the maintenance team.
• Assign work, evaluate performance, and ensure required training and certifications.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Safety, Compliance & Standards
• Ensure full compliance with OSHA, environmental regulations, and company policies.
• Lead safety initiatives related to equipment, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and machine guarding.
• Participate in plant audits (safety, insurance, regulatory).
• Act as Safety Coordinator during workplace emergencies.
• Immediately address any incidents / accidents in the workplace which cause harm or injury to the environment and/or personnel.
• Budgeting & Cost Control
• Participate with the Plant Manager in the preparation of the annual maintenance budget.
• Control maintenance costs (labor, spare parts, contractors, capital repairs) while maintaining equipment performance and safety.
• Support capital planning for new equipment, upgrades, and plant expansions.
• Spare Parts & Inventory & Maintenance Software Management
• Define critical spare strategies based on FMEA risk analysis.
• Ensure all parts, preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and work orders are accurately managed within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Maintain the integrity of the CMMS parts database (min/max levels, vendors, lead times, equipment linkage).
• Optimize inventory and manage service contracts and spare part suppliers.
• Preventive and Predictive Maintenance (PM/PdM) Program
• Define PM frequencies based on OEM guidance, equipment criticality, failure history and FMEA analysis.
• Monitor PM compliance and optimize maintenance plans using Mean Time Before Failures (MTBF) and breakdown trends.
• Implement predictive tools where applicable (vibration, thermography, oil analysis).
• Ensure all PM and CM activities are fully managed, scheduled, executed, and documented within the CMMS.
• Capital Projects & Improvements
• Support installation, commissioning, and startup of new equipment.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Quality on equipment upgrades and process improvements.
• Performance Metrics & Reporting
• Track and report KPIs (downtime, MTBF, PM compliance, vs. budget, etc.).
• Use data to drive reliability and continuous improvement.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Plant Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience in continuous extrusion process and/or mechanical and pneumatic conveying systems preferred.
• Abilities to read and understand process flow and shop drawings.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Mechanical, pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical systems
  • PLCs and automation (preferred)
  • Preventive and predictive maintenance programs
• Strong troubleshooting, planning, and organizational abilities.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, machine safety standards, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated knowledge of PPE requirements, selection, use, and regulatory compliance.

Working Conditions And/or Physical Demands

• Must be able to wear required PPE at all times.
• Must be able to traverse property and facility to diagnose building issues and plan repairs or maintenance.
• Must be physically able to perform repairs when needed.
• Ability to work in tight spaces, heights and environmentally unfriendly conditions.
• Available on call outside regular working hours.

Reports to the Plant Manager.

Qualifications

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

Our client is growing and has multiple locations across the US, Canada, and Europe. This role will play a key part in the start-up of a new location in LaGrange GA. Candidates who want to be an integral hands on part in developing the department will find this very enticing.