Maintenance Manager

Regal Rexnord Corp; Morehead (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Regal Rexnord Corp in Morehead, KY is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance and facilities at a 130k sq ft site with grinding, machining and assembly operations.

The role focuses on advancing TPM, reducing downtime, and using Fiix CMMS and Regal Business System (RBS) improvements. You will oversee safety, 6S, spare parts, external contractors, and data-driven reliability metrics, while driving budgets and reports across shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in maintenance and/or reliability leadership.
• Demonstrated experience developing and improving preventive maintenance and TPM systems.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety and maintain zero recordable accidents.
• Lead TPM implementation (preventive, predictive, corrective maintenance).
• Develop medium- and long-term TPM strategic planning (8 pillars) for uptime and reliability.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to ensure equipment availability for critical production equipment.
• Evaluate and optimize preventive maintenance plans using Fiix CMMS and data analytics.
• Define and monitor annual targets for reliability KPIs (uptime, PM compliance).
• Prepare and present monthly equipment performance and maintenance cost reports.

Skills

Leadership

People development

Communication

TPM experience

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Fiix CMMS

Excel

PowerPoint

Oracle iProc/iBuy

PLC/Controls knowledge

Job description

Work Model: This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office.

Regal Rexnord is seeking a results-driven Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance and facilities operations at our 130k sq. ft. manufacturing site in Morehead, KY. The facility supports grinding, machining and assembly operations including lathes, mills, bearing race grinders, powder coating, and passivation processes across multiple shifts. Oversee a Visual Daily Management approach with a department relevant SQDC metrics.

This role is accountable for advancing a robust Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) strategy with a strong focus on closing preventive maintenance gaps, improving equipment reliability, and reducing unplanned downtime. Leveraging Fiix CMMS, data-driven maintenance indicators and Regal Business System (RBS) continuous improvement methodologies, the Maintenance Manager will improve equipment availability to support production uptime while controlling maintenance costs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote safety awareness and maintain zero recordable accidents within the maintenance organization.
• Lead the implementation and execution of TPM, including preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies.
• Develop medium- and long-term strategic planning to achieve TPM (8 pillars) and the systematic improvement of the plant's uptime.
• Develop a plan to overhaul critical machinery and obsolete spare parts.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to ensure equipment availability for critical production equipment.
• Evaluate and optimize preventive maintenance plans using historical equipment data and analytics through Fiix CMMS system.
• Define and ensure the achievement of annual targets for key reliability performance indicators including uptime, PM compliance, and Plan Maintenance Percentage (PMP).
• Maintain performance history and documentation for all production and critical production equipment.
• Coordinate and manage external suppliers, contractors, and service providers.
• Develop and manage critical spare parts inventory to minimize equipment downtime.
• Reduce corrective maintenance through improved planning, root cause analysis, and effective execution of PM tasks.
• Support and maintain 6S standards within all maintenance-controlled areas.
• Prepare and present monthly equipment performance, maintenance cost, and reliability reports.
• Manage the maintenance department operating budget and control maintenance-related expenses.
• Ensure compliance with ISO requirements, internal procedures, and regulatory standards affecting safety and quality.
• Support training and development programs using skills matrices to expand team capability and flexibility.

Critical Competencies

• Strong leadership and people development skills with the ability to drive accountability.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and execute multiple initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Effective communication skills across all levels of the organization.
• Hands‑on understanding of machining equipment including CNC lathes and mills.

Preferred Competencies

• Hands‑on understanding of centerless grinding equipment.
• PLC implementation and/or troubleshooting experience.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving and root cause analysis capability (5‑Why, Fishbone, A3).
• Effective written and verbal data‑driven decision‑making using CMMS, downtime reports, and reliability metrics.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and engineering drawings.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and participation in Kaizen or continuous improvement events.
• Project management experience supporting equipment upgrades, rebuilds, or retrofits.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering preferred, or equivalent maintenance leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience in maintenance and/or reliability leadership.
• Demonstrated experience developing and improving preventive maintenance and TPM systems.

Systems and Technical Environment

• CMMS: Fiix
• PLC & Controls: Allen‑Bradley, Fanuc, Doosan‑Fanuc, Siemens
• Machinery: HAAS, Okuma, Doosan, Mazak, Supertec
• Business Tools: Oracle iProc, iBuy, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word

Physical Demand and Work Environment

The work environment is primarily within a manufacturing setting with routine exposure to noise levels above 85 decibels, dust, oil and paint products, and varying temperatures. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required. Physical demands may include standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Paid Leaves
• Tuition Assistance

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you would like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or the policy statement, please email [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please email [e-mail].

Notification to Agencies

Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third parties for hires made.