Maintenance Manager - Newark, OH

VetJobs; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuity Brands is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor in Newark, Ohio to lead the maintenance department and oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of production machinery and facility equipment.

You will manage 14–18 direct reports, coordinate with vendors, enforce safety policies under OSHA rules, and drive energy efficiency while keeping operations at high readiness in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 6+ years of manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years in a leadership role, managing hourly and salaried staff.
• Proven conflict resolution skills for difficult conversations.
• Experience with order/resource management and third-party vendors.
• LEAN principles and a team-oriented mindset.
• Technical aptitude and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Maintenance Department and workload.
• Ensure preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of production machinery.
• Coordinate with vendors and contract staff for site services.
• Enforce safety policies to comply with OSHA rules.
• Maintain high equipment readiness and energy‑use efficiency.
• Develop and mentor a 14–18 person maintenance team.

Skills

Leadership

Conflict Resolution

LEAN Principles

Strategic Focus

Team & Solution Mindset

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post. Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals. Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates.

Job Summary

Responsible for effective management and execution of preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of production machinery and facility support equipment. Responsible for the direct supervision of Maintenance Department staff and coordination of all contracted vendors.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain security and safety of all contractors. This is achieved by directing the activity of all outside contractors performing maintenance related activities on location and coordinating the identification of hazard report with all contract.
• Ensure facility safety and security. This is achieved by reviewing new process plans and coordinating with project engineers to determine equipment needs, layout, and operating procedures.
• Ensure operator safety. This is achieved by recommending changes in policies and procedures to prevent accidents and illness, examining plans and specifications for new machinery or equipment.
• Maintain production machinery and facility equipment in a high operational readiness condition.
• Ensure pollution control equipment and emissions are compliant. This is achieved by the effective administration, installation, modification, inspection, and maintenance of pollution control equipment.
• Ensure level of knowledge, skills, and proficiency of maintenance mechanics is maintained at a high level and meet the skill requirements needed to maximize equipment operational readiness.
• Minimize maintenance and utility costs. Plans, develops, and implements new methods and procedures designed to minimize energy consumption.
• Manage the maintenance workforce of 14-18 direct reports, supporting a 24/7 operation.
• Ensure safe work environment by enforcing general safety policies and procedures to be followed by plant personnel in compliance with local, state, and federal OSHA rules and regulations.

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 6+ years of manufacturing experience
• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role, managing and mentoring a team of hourly and salaried associates
• Proven conflict resolution skills with the ability to manage difficult conversations and resolve issues constructively
• Order/Resource Management
• Third Party Management
• Team & Solution Oriented Mindset
• Champion a Positive Work Environment
• Regulatory & Compliance
• Product Life Cycle Management
• Achieves Business Results
• LEAN Principles
• Strategic Focus & Direction
• Conflict Management
• Technical Aptitude and software proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and /or up to 20 pounds of forces frequently, and /or 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role, demonstrating the capability to effectively manage direct reports with diverse personalities, supporting employee engagement, performance, and ongoing development
• Glass manufacturing experience
• Knowledgeable of electrical and machinery operations and maintenance

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel domestically up to 5%

City*

Newark

State*

Ohio

Job_Category

Maintenance

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

Acuity Brands