Maintenance Manager

LHH US; North Carolina; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH US is seeking a Maintenance Manager for a growing manufacturing operation in North Carolina. This hands-on leadership role directs maintenance technicians and controls staff in a 24/7 plant, focusing on reliability, PM/PdM programs, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will lead troubleshooting of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and control systems; manage CMMS, parts inventory, and metrics; and drive safety, budgets, and capital projects while ensuring OSHA compliance.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a manufacturing maintenance setting.
• Experience designing and executing PM/PdM programs.
• Hands-on CMMS experience and maintenance planning.
• Strong knowledge of automation systems, PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and mechanical equipment.
• Excellent communication and project-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop maintenance technicians and controls personnel for continuous manufacturing.
• Build and execute PM/PdM programs to maximize uptime and equipment effectiveness.
• Oversee troubleshooting of automated production equipment, PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and control systems.
• Manage CMMS, work orders, spare parts inventory, and maintenance metrics.
• Drive reliability improvements and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Oversee maintenance budgets, contractors, and capital projects.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and all plant safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership experience

Automation knowledge

PLC controls

CMMS experience

Preventive maintenance

Reliability improvements

Project management

Tools

CMMS platforms

HMI

VFDs

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Manager | Manufacturing | $80K-$100K

I'm partnering with a growing manufacturer to identify a Maintenance Manager who can lead maintenance operations, improve equipment reliability, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced production environment.

This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing maintenance technicians and controls specialists in a 24/7 operation. The ideal candidate combines strong people leadership with expertise in industrial automation, preventive maintenance, and manufacturing equipment reliability.

Compensation

• $80,000-$100,000 base salary
• Strong benefits package
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on plant performance

What You'll Do

• Lead and develop maintenance technicians and controls personnel supporting continuous manufacturing operations
• Build and execute preventive and predictive maintenance (PM/PdM) programs to maximize uptime and equipment effectiveness
• Oversee troubleshooting of automated production equipment, PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and control systems
• Manage CMMS systems, work orders, spare parts inventory, and maintenance metrics
• Drive equipment reliability improvements and reduce unplanned downtime
• Manage maintenance budgets, contractors, and capital equipment installation projects
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, LOTO procedures, and all plant safety requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Leadership experience managing industrial maintenance teams in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of automation, PLC controls, electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical equipment
• Experience implementing PM/PdM programs and reliability-centered maintenance initiatives
• Hands-on experience with CMMS platforms and maintenance planning
• Ability to lead troubleshooting efforts and support continuous improvement projects
• Strong communication, coaching, and project management skills

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• High-visibility role with direct impact on production performance
• Opportunity to modernize maintenance processes and improve equipment reliability
• Blend of leadership, technical problem-solving, and continuous improvement
• Stable manufacturing environment with career growth potential

Pay Details

$80,000.00 to $100,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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