Maintenance Manager

Magotteaux; Pulaski (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Magotteaux in Pulaski, Tennessee, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager for its foundry to ensure equipment reliability, safety, and efficient plant operations.

You will lead maintenance strategies, supervise technicians, coordinate with engineering and production, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining compliance and precise records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering required.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in maintenance management.
• Experience in foundry maintenance operations is essential; Disa and/or no-bake experience is desirable.
• Strong leadership and data-driven decision-making required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interface across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing maintenance strategies to maximize equipment efficiency and reliability.
• Supervising maintenance technicians and teams to ensure compliant maintenance activities.
• Conducting regular inspections and resolving mechanical issues.
• Collaborating with engineering and production teams to optimize machinery performance and minimize disruptions.
• Managing maintenance budgets and capital projects to control costs.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Maintaining detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, PM programs and inspections.
• Planning and scheduling both planned and unplanned maintenance work.
• Monitoring costs of maintenance tools, stores, equipment, and services.
• Handling emergencies and coordinating with external contractors for specialized work.
• Implementing continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs and improve procedures.
• Training and developing staff to enhance skills and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Data-driven decision-making

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Job description

Magotteaux is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and results-oriented Maintenance Manager to ensure that all operational equipment and facilities are functioning efficiently and safely in our foundry. The foundry supplies critical wear consumables to the mining aggregate and cement industry.

The role requires a strong leader who thrives in a high-pressure environment. Problem solving, communication skills, an exceptional understanding of mechanical systems and equipment are essential.

The successful candidate will develop and implement maintenance strategies to ensure maximum efficiency and reliability of equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing and Implementing Maintenance Strategies: Creating and executing maintenance plans to ensure maximum efficiency and reliability of equipment.
• Supervising Maintenance Teams: Managing and leading a team of maintenance technicians to ensure effective and compliant maintenance activities.
• Conducting Regular Inspections: Performing routine inspections to identify and resolve mechanical issues.
• Collaborating with Engineering and Production Teams: Working closely with other departments to optimize machinery performance and minimize production disruptions.
• Managing Maintenance Budgets: Overseeing maintenance-related budgets and capital budget to control costs while maintaining high standards of equipment upkeep.
• Ensuring Compliance with Safety Regulations: Ensuring that all maintenance activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Maintaining Detailed Records: Keeping accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, PM program and inspections.
• Planning and scheduling: Planning and scheduling both planned and unplanned maintenance work.
• Monitoring costs: Controlling maintenance tools, stores, equipment, and costs.
• Handling emergencies: Dealing with emergencies and unplanned problems.
• Coordinating with External Contractors: Working with external contractors for specialized maintenance services and materials. Confirming projects, supplies and performance are on time and meeting the highest standards achievable.
• Implementing Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Enhancing maintenance procedures and reducing costs through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Training and Developing Staff: Providing training and development opportunities for maintenance staff to enhance their skills and efficiency.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in maintenance management, with a proven track record of running foundry maintenance operations.
• Experience in foundry maintenance operations is essential. Disa and/or no-bake experience is desirable.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including casting, heat treatment, and related technologies.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to influence, motivate, and lead large teams in high-pressure situations.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface effectively across all levels of the organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Foundry experience in the production of wear-resistant components.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean).
• Experience in managing supply chains in complex, high-demand manufacturing environments.
• Strong presence and influence as a leader to drive cultural and operational improvements.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on productivity, quality, and cost optimization.
• Ability to work under pressure and navigate operational challenges effectively.
• Commitment to fostering a safe and compliant workplace.