Maintenance Manager

Novolex; Roanoke (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

Learning & Development

Job summary

Novolex is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee machinery and equipment across a plastics manufacturing facility in the Roanoke region. The role requires leading a team of technicians, planning preventive maintenance, and coordinating with production for minimal downtime.

The ideal candidate has a 5+ year track record in maintenance management within plastics manufacturing, with strong leadership, safety, and CMMS skills to optimize reliability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of maintenance management experience in plastics manufacturing or similar.
• Strong knowledge of plastics manufacturing machinery (extruders, injection molding, conveyors).
• Proven leadership and ability to motivate a team of technicians.
• Expertise in maintenance planning and scheduling.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance and reliability-centered maintenance.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and industrial practices.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making under pressure.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficient with CMMS and related software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive maintenance program for machinery and equipment.
• Lead a team of maintenance technicians with guidance, training, and support.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify issues and improvement areas.
• Plan preventive maintenance tasks, repairs, and upgrades to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate with production teams to prioritize activities and minimize disruption.
• Monitor equipment performance, analyze data, and drive reliability improvements.
• Collaborate with external vendors for specialized repairs or installations.
• Manage maintenance budget and procurement of parts and supplies.
• Ensure safety compliance and promote a safety culture in the facility.
• Maintain maintenance records, work orders, and inventory history.
• Handle other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance planning

Problem solving

Communication

Team management

CMMS proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Company Overview

Why Choose Us?

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.

Our Sustainability Commitment

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

Job Description

Job Overview:

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of all machinery and equipment, minimizing downtime, and maximizing productivity. This role requires strong technical knowledge, leadership abilities, and a proactive approach to maintenance planning and execution.

Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities:

• 1. Developing and implementing a comprehensive maintenance program to ensure the proper functioning and longevity of all machinery and equipment in the plastics manufacturing facility
• 2. Managing a team of maintenance technicians, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure effective maintenance operations
• 3. Conducting regular inspections and assessments to identify potential issues or areas for improvement
• 4. Planning and scheduling preventive maintenance tasks, equipment repairs, and upgrades to minimize downtime and optimize production efficiency
• 5. Coordinating with production teams to prioritize maintenance activities and minimize disruptions to manufacturing processes
• 6. Monitoring equipment performance, analyzing data, and implementing corrective actions to improve reliability and reduce breakdowns
• 7. Collaborating with external vendors and contractors for specialized repairs or equipment installations when necessary
• 8. Managing the maintenance budget, tracking expenses, and ensuring cost-effective procurement of spare parts and supplies
• 9. Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and promoting a culture of safety within the maintenance team and across the manufacturing facility
• 10. Maintaining accurate maintenance records, including work orders, equipment history, and inventory management
• 11. Other essential duties as assigned

Candidate Requirements:

• 1. Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is preferred
• 2. Proven experience (5+ years) in maintenance management, preferably in a plastics manufacturing or similar industrial environment
• 3. Strong technical knowledge of plastics manufacturing machinery and equipment, including extruders, injection molding machines, conveyors, and related systems
• 4. Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team of maintenance technicians
• Proficient in maintenance planning and scheduling, with the ability to prioritize tasks and allocate resources effectively
• 6. Knowledge of preventive maintenance strategies and reliability-centered maintenance principles
• 7. Familiarity with safety regulations and best practices in an industrial manufacturing setting
• 8. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure
• 9. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders
• 10. Proficient in using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and other relevant software

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Company Benefits

What You'll Get From Us

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact [e-mail].

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