Maintenance Manager

emplify GmbH; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Performance bonuses

Job summary

WITRON in Lansing, MI is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead our automated material handling system. You will direct a team of electro-mechanical technicians, optimize performance with the CI group, and keep downtime to a minimum through strategic maintenance scheduling.

The role requires 5+ years in industrial maintenance management, CMMS proficiency, and strong leadership. Domestic/international travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Five or more years managing service and maintenance in production environments with mechanical automation and electrical systems.
• Industrial experience in settings with production or manufacturing equipment.
• Certifications such as CMRP are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of electro-mechanical technicians to maintain and improve automated warehouse systems.
• Review system performance and collaborate with CI teams to optimize operations.
• Develop and execute maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and meet targets.
• Maintain a maintenance labor schedule within the CMMS.
• Analyze work order data and enforce standards, taking corrective actions.
• Oversee spare parts inventory and coordinate procurement as needed.
• Support Site Manager and act as a liaison during absences.
• Maintain training and documentation libraries and monitor KPIs.

Skills

Maintenance management

Industrial supervision

Electrical systems

Automation

CMMS

Leadership

Safety compliance

Communication

Team leadership

Education

CMRP certification

Tools

CMMS programs

Maintenance planning software

Job description

place 48917 Lansing calendar_today 11.08.2026 business WIOSS Lansing LP

Join WITRON as a Maintenance Manager!

Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for automation and maintenance? We're looking for a dedicated Maintenance Manager to spearhead the upkeep of our cutting-edge automated material handling system. Take charge, mentor a dynamic team, and ensure seamless operations in a high-tech warehouse environment.

Starting Salary Range: $95,000

As a Maintenance Manager, you will:

• Guide a team of electro-mechanical technicians in maintaining, repairing, and improving our advanced warehouse systems.
• Continuously review and analyze system performance, collaborating with the continuous improvement team.
• Develop and execute efficient maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and meet production targets.
• Maintain an effective maintenance labor schedule within our CMMS program.
• Analyze work order data, ensuring adherence to standards and taking corrective actions as needed.
• Direct the spare parts coordinator to maintain necessary inventory levels for system performance.
• Assist the Site Manager, acting as a proxy in their absence and supporting local team leadership.
• Maintain accurate training and documentation libraries.
• Monitor and act on KPIs, ensuring system performance meets standards.
• Respond promptly to system outages.
• Collaborate with Operations to achieve daily productivity goals.
• Enforce safety guidelines, HR policies, and best practices.

Requirements:

• Five (5) plus years in managing service and maintenance in production environments with mechanical automation and electrical systems.
• Management experience in an industrial setting with production or manufacturing equipment.
• CMRP or relevant project planning certification is a plus.
• Previous experience with material handling automation in an automated warehouse is a plus.
• Experience with:
• Electrics/mechanics in drive technology (motors/gears)
• Control technology (servo drives/inverters)
• 3 Phase 480v, DC, and 24v control
• Basic PLC logic
• Basic DCS networking
• Experience managing up to 40 employees in shift patterns.
• Knowledge of OSHA/NFPA safety guidelines.
• Expertise in mechanical maintenance, repair, wiring diagrams, and electrical measurement.
• Experience with metal fabrication and shop tool knowledge.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Extensive knowledge of CMMS programs and maintenance planning software.

Physical Requirements:

• Continuous walking, climbing, and standing.
• Ability to lift, pull, and push up to 50 pounds.
• Capability to work at heights up to 115 feet.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for training, projects, and leadership meetings.
• Flexibility to work as needed to support site operations/maintenance requirements.

Why WITRON?

• Innovative Environment: Be at the forefront of technology with WITRON's advanced automated material handling system.
• Continuous Growth: Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement with ample opportunities for career development and advancement.
• Competitive Benefits: WITRON values employees and strive to create a supportive and rewarding work environment. We offer three (3) bonus opportunities, comprehensive health benefits. We offer company paid Basic Life, Dependent Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance. We offer a great 401(k) match, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and much more!

Join WITRON and be part of a team that's shaping the future of automation logistics!

WITRON is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, Race/ Color/Religion/Sex/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.