Maintenance Manager – Caledonia Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Caledonia Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 82,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance teams in the Caledonia, MI area. This role focuses on maximizing equipment uptime, managing parts inventories, and enforcing safety protocols while coordinating external contractors and driving continuous improvement.

Qualified candidates will have 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience, supervisory skills, and familiarity with CMMS and preventive maintenance programs.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and CMMS software.
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards and safe work practices.
• Five or more years in industrial maintenance, including supervisory experience.
• Associate or bachelor degree in engineering or industrial technology.

Responsibilities

• Manage spare parts inventory and order supplies within budget.
• Enforce safety rules and lockout tagout procedures in the maintenance area.
• Track maintenance metrics such as uptime, response time, and repair costs.
• Coordinate outside contractors for specialized repairs and projects.
• Train technicians and support continuous improvement on the plant floor.
• Plan and schedule preventive maintenance for production equipment and facility systems.
• Assign work orders to maintenance technicians and follow up on completion.
• Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and coordinate repairs to limit downtime.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Preventive maintenance

CMMS

Blueprints/schematics

Troubleshooting

Supervisory experience

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CMMS software

Lean manufacturing

Predictive maintenance methods

Job description

Job Description:

Maintenance Manager | Caledonia, MI

Salary Range: $82,000 – $122,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for maximizing equipment uptime and leading maintenance teams? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We collaborate with leading companies in the Caledonia area seeking experienced Maintenance Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Maintenance Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Caledonia in Kent County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Ionia, Middleville, Hastings, and Lake Odessa.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the Caledonia area seeking Maintenance Managers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Usual Responsibilities

• Manage spare parts inventory and order supplies within budget.
• Enforce safety rules and lockout tagout procedures in the maintenance area.
• Track maintenance metrics such as uptime, response time, and repair costs.
• Coordinate outside contractors for specialized repairs and projects.
• Train technicians and support continuous improvement on the plant floor.
• Plan and schedule preventive maintenance for production equipment and facility systems.
• Assign work orders to maintenance technicians and follow up on completion.
• Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and coordinate repairs to limit downtime.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and CMMS software.
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards and safe work practices.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills under production pressure.
• Five or more years in industrial maintenance, including supervisory experience.

Bonus Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor degree in engineering or industrial technology.
• Certification in maintenance and reliability such as CMRP.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or total productive maintenance.
• PLC and controls troubleshooting experience.
• Formal training in predictive maintenance methods such as vibration analysis.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Plant Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Supervisor, Reliability Manager, Maintenance and Engineering Manager, Industrial Maintenance Superintendent, Equipment Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Planner, Facilities Manager, Facilities Maintenance Manager

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

We offer resources to support your search – market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we’ll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:

Resume Safety Regulations Offers Osha Inventory Spare Parts Access Support Lean Manufacturing Management System Asset Management Operations Preventive Maintenance Compliance Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Compensation Reviews Reliability Continuous Improvement Optimization SAP Inventory Management Manufacturing Regulations Scheduling Preparation Software Planning Maintenance Engineering Training Management

Salary Package:

$ 82,000.00 – 122,000.00 (US Dollar)