Maintenance Manager - Foundry Experience Required

Jobot; Auburn (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits day 1

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a dynamic Maintenance Manager for a high‑volume foundry in Indiana. This hands‑on leadership role focuses on equipment reliability, preventive maintenance programs, and developing a skilled maintenance team to support aggressive production goals.

You will oversee all maintenance operations, manage budgets, lead projects, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring OSHA compliance and safe, efficient facilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a maintenance management role in a foundry or similar manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in preventive maintenance, facility management and project management.
• Proven budgeting skills and experience managing budgets.
• Demonstrated team leadership abilities with a track record of leading high‑performing teams.
• Expertise in welding, hydraulics, and PLC programming.
• Experience in process improvement with a track record of efficiency gains.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems and OSHA compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and managing all maintenance operations in our foundry, ensuring all machinery and equipment are in top‑notch condition.
• Developing, implementing, and managing preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
• Managing facility operations, ensuring infrastructure is secure, efficient, and well‑maintained.
• Leading and overseeing projects, including new installations, upgrades, and repairs.
• Developing and managing budgets, ensuring cost‑effectiveness in maintenance efforts.
• Leading a team of maintenance professionals, providing guidance, training, and support.
• Using welding, hydraulics, and PLC programming to troubleshoot and repair complex equipment.
• Driving continuous process improvement to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Ensuring OSHA compliance and safe working environment.

Skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Welding

Hydraulics

PLC programming

Electrical systems

Job description

Job details:
Growing Company/ Great Culture
Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year
A bit about us:
Our client, a well-established and growing manufacturing organization, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead all maintenance operations within a high-volume production facility. This individual will be responsible for maximizing equipment reliability, improving preventative maintenance programs, managing maintenance personnel, and driving continuous improvement initiatives that support production goals.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and enjoys developing teams while implementing best practices in maintenance and reliability.
Why join us:

• Benefits day 1
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Job Details
Job Details:
We are seeking a dynamic, experienced, and hands‑on Permanent Maintenance Manager with Foundry experience to join our thriving Manufacturing team. This role is integral to our operations and requires a professional who is comfortable with high-level decision-making, team management, and process improvement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in preventive maintenance, facility management, and project management, with a keen understanding of budgeting and team leadership.
Responsibilities:
As a Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Overseeing and managing all maintenance operations in our foundry, ensuring all machinery and equipment are in top‑notch condition.
• Developing, implementing, and managing preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
• Managing facility operations, ensuring our infrastructure is secure, efficient, and well‑maintained.
• Leading and overseeing various projects, including new installations, upgrades, and repairs.
• Developing and managing budgets, ensuring cost‑effectiveness in all maintenance efforts.
• Leading a team of maintenance professionals, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high performance.
• Using your welding, hydraulics, and PLC programming expertise to troubleshoot and repair complex equipment issues.
• Driving continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Ensuring all operations are compliant with OSHA standards, maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.
• Managing hydraulic and electrical systems, ensuring their efficient and safe operation.

Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a maintenance management role in a foundry or similar manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in preventive maintenance, facility management, and project management.
• Strong budgeting skills and experience managing budgets.
• Demonstrated team leadership abilities, with a track record of leading high‑performing teams.
• Expertise in welding, hydraulics, and PLC programming.
• Experience in process improvement, with a track record of driving efficiency and productivity enhancements.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems.
• A solid understanding of OSHA compliance requirements in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex equipment issues.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey information to a variety of stakeholders.
• A degree in Engineering or a related field is preferred.

This challenging yet rewarding role offers the opportunity to play a key role in our operations, leading our maintenance efforts and driving continuous improvement. If you are a dedicated, experienced professional with a passion for maintenance management and foundry operations, we would love to hear from you.
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