Maintenance Manager

MetalX LLC; Wabash (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MetalX LLC in Wabash, IN is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead and develop the maintenance organization at our aluminum processing facility. The right candidate combines hands-on technical expertise with strong leadership to improve equipment reliability, maintenance practices, and safety across the plant.

You will build an effective team, establish priorities with production and engineering, and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years of hands‑on industrial maintenance experience, including at least four years in a supervisory or management role.
• Strong understanding of industrial mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Proficiency with CMMS software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Proven leadership, organizational, communication and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop maintenance personnel across a continuous manufacturing operation.
• Establish clear departmental expectations, responsibilities, and accountability.
• Direct preventive and corrective maintenance to improve equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Develop and improve maintenance procedures, work planning, and employee training.
• Utilize CMMS to manage activities and evaluate performance.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and plant leadership to set priorities.
• Manage departmental resources, budgets, contractors, and maintenance projects.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure regulatory and company standards compliance.

Job description

Description

MetalX LLC is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead and develop the maintenance organization at our Wabash aluminum processing facility.

We are looking for a motivated industrial maintenance professional who combines technical knowledge, strong leadership skills, and the ability to develop people and improve processes.

The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening equipment reliability, improving maintenance practices, and building a safe, organized, and effective maintenance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop maintenance personnel across a continuous manufacturing operation.
• Establish clear departmental expectations, responsibilities, and accountability.
• Direct preventive and corrective maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Develop and improve maintenance procedures, work planning, and employee training.
• Utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to manage maintenance activities and evaluate performance.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and plant leadership to establish priorities and support operational objectives.
• Manage departmental resources, budgets, contractors, and maintenance-related projects.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliancewith applicable regulations and company standards.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years of hands‑on industrial maintenance experience, including at least four years in a supervisory or management role.
• Strong understanding of industrial mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Proficiency with computers, CMMS software, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to motivate employees, develop technical competencies, and promote teamwork.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance, equipmentreliability, and industrial safety practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aluminum processing, foundry operations, steel production, or similar heavy industrial manufacturing.
• NFPA 70E electrical safety training and documented qualifications.
• OSHA 10‑hour or 30‑hour training credentials, or other relevant occupational safety certifications.
• Experience with industrial combustion systems, burner management systems, flame safeguards, and associated safety controls.
• Familiarity with PLCs, industrial automation, and electrical control systems.
• Experience developing preventive maintenance programs, technical training, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The Opportunity

This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to an evolving maintenance organization through leadership, employee development, and continuous improvement.

We are seeking a leader who takes pride in developing people, improving equipment performance, and building sustainable maintenance practices.