Maintenance Manager - Pineville Extrusion

Axis Communications; Pineville (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Health, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Career development opportunities

Safety-focused culture

Impactful plant projects

Job summary

IPEX in Pineville, LA is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead the plant's maintenance team and drive reliability across extrusion operations.

You will develop preventive maintenance, manage budgets, partner with Production and Engineering, and lead safety initiatives to support production performance.

This role offers the opportunity to champion continuous improvement and capital projects while fostering a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading maintenance teams and managing contractors.
• Experience managing capital projects and maintenance budgets.
• Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and equipment reliability.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance activities, including repairs, preventive maintenance, equipment installations, facility maintenance, and capital projects.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.
• Prioritize maintenance work based on safety, quality, production needs, and business impact.
• Manage maintenance and capital budgets while tracking expenditures and project costs.
• Partner with Production, Engineering, and Plant Leadership to improve equipment performance and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, and suppliers to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Drive equipment reliability, downtime reduction, waste reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment documentation, and technical data.
• Recruit, coach, mentor, and develop maintenance team members.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements.
• Lead 5S and workplace organization initiatives.
• Participate in audits, management of change reviews, and process improvement projects.

Skills

Leadership

Preventive maintenance

Equipment reliability

Capital projects management

Safety culture

Budget management

Vendor coordination

5S/workplace organization

Education

College diploma or university degree in a engineering field

Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

PLC programming

MS Office

Job description

Job Overview

IPEX is a North American leader in thermoplastic piping systems, committed to safety, innovation, and operational excellence. We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to join our Pineville Extrusion facility. In this role, you will lead maintenance operations across the plant, ensuring equipment reliability, facility performance, and workplace safety. You'll have the opportunity to drive continuous improvement initiatives, lead capital projects, develop talent, and play a key role in supporting production and operational success.

Responsibilities

• Lead all maintenance activities, including repairs, preventive maintenance, equipment installations, facility maintenance, and capital projects.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.
• Prioritize maintenance work based on safety, quality, production needs, and business impact.
• Manage maintenance and capital budgets while tracking expenditures and project costs.
• Partner with Production, Engineering, and Plant Leadership to improve equipment performance and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, and suppliers to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Drive equipment reliability, downtime reduction, waste reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment documentation, and technical data.
• Recruit, coach, mentor, and develop maintenance team members.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements.
• Lead 5S and workplace organization initiatives.
• Participate in audits, management of change reviews, and process improvement projects.

Qualifications

Education: College diploma or university degree required. Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering preferred.

Experience: 5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience leading maintenance teams and managing contractors. Experience managing capital projects and maintenance budgets. Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and equipment reliability.

Technical Skills: Industrial electrical systems and controls. PLC programming and troubleshooting. Motors, drives, and process instrumentation. Hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems. Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in ISO 9001 and/or ISO 14001 environments. Lean Six Sigma certification. Professional Engineering designation (P.Eng.) is an asset.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Retirement savings program with company contributions
• Paid time off and wellness programs
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative and safety-focused culture
• Opportunity to make a measurable impact on plant performance and reliability

Working Conditions

• Combination of office and manufacturing plant environments.
• Exposure to industrial equipment, noise, machinery, chemicals, and powered industrial vehicles.
• Frequent walking, standing, climbing, and plant-floor inspections.
• Occasional lifting of up to 35 lbs.
• Required use of PPE as needed.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

IPEX is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at [e-mail].