Maintenance Manager – Lead Startup for 24/7 Manufacturing

MSD; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 117,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD in De Soto, Kansas, is hiring a Maintenance Manager to build and lead a brand-new maintenance organization for a state-of-the-art animal health manufacturing facility. You will recruit and develop a high-performing team, drive 24/7 operations, and implement preventative/predictive maintenance programs to ensure a compliant startup.

The role requires 5+ years in maintenance leadership in manufacturing, strong mechanical/electrical aptitude, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 10+ years of engineering, maintenance, or operations experience.
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical aptitude with proven problem-solving skills.
• Organized planner and leader, with the technical capability to assist hands-on as needed.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative nature with strong team building skills.

Responsibilities

• Build, recruit, hire, onboard, and train a brand-new team of mechanical and electrical technicians to support 24/7 formulation, filling, lyophilization, and utility operations.
• Lead the maintenance group, conduct performance reviews, set clear expectations, and foster a strong culture of Safety and Personal Ownership.
• Drive maintenance department efficiency through structured oversight, resource planning, and job scheduling processes designed to optimize planned maintenance and wrench-time while minimizing downtime.
• Oversee the setup and implementation of the CMMS to track work orders, spare parts, and equipment histories for the new facility.
• Support the commissioning and qualification of the new facility. Work closely with internal stakeholders, equipment suppliers, and contractors to ensure a timely and compliant startup.
• Ensure all maintenance activities, SOPs, and records are executed and documented in compliance with current cGMP.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

CMMS implementation

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Project management

People leadership

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree

Trade school/Military training

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

MSD in De Soto, Kansas, is hiring a Maintenance Manager to build and lead a brand-new maintenance organization for a state-of-the-art animal health manufacturing facility. You will recruit and develop a high-performing team, drive 24/7 operations, and implement preventative/predictive maintenance programs to ensure a compliant startup.

The role requires 5+ years in maintenance leadership in manufacturing, strong mechanical/electrical aptitude, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional