Maintenance Manager: Plant Reliability & Safety Lead

International Paper; Spotswood (NJ); On-site; USD 101,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement contributions

Paid Time Off

Education & Development

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Job summary

International Paper in Spotswood, NJ is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead and supervise a maintenance team, coordinate daily activities, and plan preventive maintenance programs. You will work closely with the Manufacturing Manager and ensure safe, efficient plant operations.

The role requires strong experience with electrical and mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics in a manufacturing setting, plus cost and vendor management.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership capabilities in a manufacturing setting.
• 5+ years maintaining and leading teams in a plant environment.
• Experience with electrical, mechanical, hydraulics and pneumatics systems.
• Industry knowledge in corrugated box manufacturing desirable.

Responsibilities

• Actively supervises maintenance staff in day-to-day coordination and planning.
• Report operational impediments to Manufacturing Manager with technical input.
• Initiate and sustain cost-effective preventive maintenance programs.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to achieve targets.
• Maintain spare parts inventories and procure materials as needed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues and safety risks.
• Plan, schedule and monitor timely completion of work orders.
• Foster productive relationships with management and hourly staff.
• Support safety and environmental audits on a regular basis.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Maintenance leadership

Electrical & mechanical systems

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Corrugated box industry experience

Business acumen

Education

College/technical courses preferred

Job description

International Paper in Spotswood, NJ is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead and supervise a maintenance team, coordinate daily activities, and plan preventive maintenance programs. You will work closely with the Manufacturing Manager and ensure safe, efficient plant operations.

The role requires strong experience with electrical and mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics in a manufacturing setting, plus cost and vendor management.