Maintenance Manager: Lead Reliability & CI in Manufacturing

NorthPoint Search Group; Jefferson (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager in Jefferson, GA to lead and develop maintenance operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will drive equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives to support safe, efficient production.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, cross-functional collaboration with Engineering and Operations, and accountability for maintenance budgets and programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field.
• Equivalent job-related experience, military service, professional certifications, and demonstrated skills may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Previous manufacturing and maintenance leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance operations to support production, safety, quality, reliability, and cost objectives.
• Develop maintenance strategies aligned with broader manufacturing and business objectives.
• Coach, mentor, train, and develop maintenance personnel through effective leadership and performance management.
• Establish clear expectations and accountability throughout the maintenance organization.
• Partner with manufacturing teams to achieve productivity, equipment availability, safety, and quality objectives.
• Lead preventive maintenance strategies designed to increase equipment availability and reduce unplanned failures.
• Coordinate maintenance projects with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, suppliers, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Team development

Continuous improvement

Project coordination

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field

Job description

NorthPoint Search Group is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager in Jefferson, GA to lead and develop maintenance operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will drive equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives to support safe, efficient production.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, cross-functional collaboration with Engineering and Operations, and accountability for maintenance budgets and programs.