Maintenance Manager

Steelscape, LLC; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); On-site; USD 138,330 - 157,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) match

Job summary

Steelscape, LLC in Rancho Cucamonga is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee the maintenance and reliability of manufacturing assets. This role requires extensive experience in maintenance management within the steel manufacturing sector, along with strong leadership and problem-solving capabilities.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in developing maintenance strategies, managing budgets, and enhancing equipment reliability. The position offers a competitive salary and significant benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in maintenance management required, preferably in a steel manufacturing environment.
• 3 years of experience in a supervisory or people management role required.
• Proficiency in data analytics tools for monitoring maintenance performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the site maintenance and reliability strategy and direct the maintenance work management system.
• Develop and manage the maintenance budget while ensuring cost-effective solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to identify root causes of breakdowns.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Reliability Engineering

Budget Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office Suite

Maintenance Management Software

Job description

Primary Purpose

The Maintenance Manager is accountable for the strategic direction, execution, and overall performance of the plant’s maintenance and reliability function, ensuring the safe, reliable, and cost‑effective operation of all manufacturing assets. The role leads a multi-disciplined maintenance organization and owns the integration of maintenance execution, planning and scheduling, and reliability engineering to deliver measurable improvements in equipment availability, operational reliability, and production performance.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintenance Work Management, Planning, & Asset Reliability
• Own and lead the site maintenance and reliability strategy, including preventive (PM), predictive (PdM), and corrective maintenance programs.
• Direct the maintenance work management system, ensuring disciplined execution of planned, scheduled, and reactive work aligned to production priorities.
• Ensure equipment reliability and availability to meet production targets, minimizing unplanned downtime through effective prioritization and resource allocation.
• Drive maintenance process performance, including backlog management, schedule compliance, PM/PdM execution, and work order quality.
• Lead reliability improvement efforts, including root cause failure analysis (RCFA), defect elimination, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Accountable for overall asset performance, including reduction of equipment failures and development of risk-based asset strategies for critical equipment.
• Team Leadership and Management
• Lead and develop a structured maintenance organization including supervisors, planners/schedulers, reliability roles, maintenance technicians, and contractors.
• Build team capability and deliver performance feedback, conduct reviews, training programs, and ensure adherence to safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Budget and Resource Management
• Develop and manage the maintenance budget, ensuring cost‑effective solutions and alignment with financial targets.
• Monitor and control maintenance expenditures, proactively managing costs to remain within approved budget.
• Drive cost efficiency through improved planning, reliability improvements, and effective resource utilization.
• Oversee procurement of maintenance materials, tools, equipment, and spare parts.
• Manage inventory and critical spare parts to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Troubleshooting and Problem‑Solving
• Lead the investigation and resolution of critical equipment failures and performance issues.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to identify root causes of breakdowns and implement long‑term solutions.
• Compliance and Safety
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Promote a culture of safety, ensuring that all team members follow established safety procedures and guidelines.
• Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments related to maintenance operations.
• Lead incident investigations and ensure effective, sustainable corrective actions are implemented.
• KPI Ownership, Documentation & Performance Management
• Own and drive performance of key maintenance KPIs.
• Analyze KPI trends and implement corrective actions to drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, maintenance logs, and equipment performance.
• Provide regular reports on maintenance performance, key performance indicators, and progress toward maintenance goals.
• Capital Planning and Project Execution
• Champion maintenance‑led improvement projects, ensuring initiatives focused on reliability, defect elimination, and cost reduction are identified, developed, and executed.
• Provide technical and maintenance resource support for plant capital projects, ensuring maintenance requirements, reliability considerations, and long‑term asset performance are incorporated.
• Lead development of capital plans aligned with asset reliability and plant strategy.
• Prioritize capital investments based on risk, reliability impact, and return on investment.
• Ensure successful execution of projects (capital & maintenance led) within scope, schedule, and budget.

Key Measures

See attachment.

Authority & Decision Making

Follow guidelines under the Delegation of Authority (DOA). Responsibilities include part procurement authorization, vendor and contractor management, R&M repair authorizations, utilities process authorization, capital request development, shop tool purchases, SOP authorization, and assignment of tasks to team members. Capital‑related purchase authority may vary with approved Request for Capital Expenditure (CEA).

Tools Required

• Proficiency in CMMS and data analytics tools for monitoring maintenance performance.
• Maintenance software.
• Maintenance metrics.
• CAP EX Budget.
• Microsoft Office Suite.
• Workday Education.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering.
• 7 years of experience in maintenance management, preferably in a steel manufacturing or heavy industrial environment.
• 3 years of experience in a supervisory or people management role.
• Preferred: 10 years of experience in maintenance management, preferably in a steel manufacturing or heavy industrial environment.
• 5 years of experience in a supervisory or people management role.
• Management experience for collective bargaining team.

Skills & Competencies

• A proactive, solution‑oriented mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to influence and mentor teams to achieve both short‑term and long‑term reliability goals.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and handle complex problems in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent problem‑solving, decision‑making, and project management skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities to collaborate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Experience using Maintenance Management Software (MMS), including work order management, preventive maintenance (PM) processes, and spare parts inventory systems.
• Experience with budget management, capital project oversight, and cost optimization strategies.
• Familiarity with equipment systems, controls, and their impact on plant operations.
• In‑depth knowledge of maintenance best practices, reliability engineering, and industrial equipment.
• In‑depth knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication processes, particularly within the steel industry.
• Proficiency in CMMS and data analytics tools for monitoring maintenance performance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for data analysis, reporting, and presentations.
• Proven ability to analyze complex systems and equipment to identify and resolve reliability issues.
• Strong communication skills to articulate technical issues and solutions to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Strong leadership abilities, with a focus on driving results through teamwork and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Follow BlueScope safety framework and demonstrate a commitment to safety and creating a safe work environment.

Salary Range

The expected pay scale for this role is $138,330.00 – $157,500.00 annually, depending on experience, skill set, and qualifications. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a targeted annual bonus of 20%, as well as health and welfare benefits and a 401(k) match, in accordance with BlueScope policies.

Arbitration Notice

Steelscape LLC (and its related BlueScope companies) requires all new hires to sign a Mutual Arbitration Agreement as a condition of employment. This agreement provides that any employment‑related disputes between you and the Company will be resolved through final and binding arbitration rather than in court, except where prohibited by law. The agreement also includes a class and collective action waiver, meaning claims must be brought on an individual basis. Applicants may review a copy of the agreement upon request prior to signing.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Additional benefits include health and welfare benefits and a 401(k) match.

EEO

Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran. BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.