Maintenance Manager – Plastics Extrusion

Jobot; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Disability

401k with company match

PTO accrual begins upon hire

Overtime available

Job summary

Jobot in Athens, GA is seeking a Plastic Extrusion Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance on extrusion equipment and related production machinery, ensuring maximum uptime and safety. The role requires hands-on mechanical and electrical troubleshooting in a manufacturing setting and a track record of improving reliability.

You will manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs, supervise technicians, coordinate with production leadership, and work with outside vendors on upgrades and

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing maintenance for plastics extrusion or similar continuous-process equipment.
• Leadership or supervisory experience.
• Hands-on mechanical and electrical troubleshooting expertise.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and industrial control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead all maintenance activities for plastics extrusion equipment and related production machinery.
• Manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Coordinate repairs to minimize downtime.
• Supervise and train maintenance technicians.
• Coordinate with production leadership to address recurring issues.
• Manage maintenance schedules, work orders, and inventory.
• Coordinate with external vendors when needed.
• Support installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
• Ensure safety policies and OSHA compliance.
• Track performance metrics and costs.
• Establish maintenance best practices.

Skills

Leadership experience

Troubleshooting (mechanical &elect

Education

Technical degree or certification

Tools

CMMS systems

PLC troubleshooting

Motor controls

Job description

Plastic Extrusion Maintenance Manager with industry leader / $80,000- $100,000 per year depending on experience / Great Benefits and Room for Growth

Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 per year

A bit about us

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team in the Athens area. This position is responsible for maintaining and repairing plastics extrusion equipment, auxiliary machinery, and facility systems to ensure efficient and safe production operations. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems within a manufacturing environment.

Why join us

• $80,000-$100,000 per hour based on experience
• Four 12 hour shifts (Monday-Thursday)
• Overtime available as needed
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Disability
• PTO accrual begins upon hire
• 401k with company match

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all maintenance activities for plastics extrusion equipment and related production machinery, ensuring maximum uptime and equipment reliability.
• Manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs for extrusion lines, dryers, conveyors, chillers, material handling systems, and other auxiliary equipment.
• Troubleshoot and oversee repairs involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Prioritize maintenance requests and coordinate repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Supervise, train, and support maintenance technicians while helping develop their technical skills and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Partner closely with production leadership to identify recurring equipment issues and implement long-term corrective actions.
• Manage maintenance schedules, work orders, equipment records, spare parts, and inventory.
• Coordinate outside vendors, contractors, and equipment service providers when additional support is required.
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and continuous improvement projects.
• Assist with facility maintenance, utilities, and general plant infrastructure as needed.
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with company safety policies, OSHA requirements, lockout/tagout procedures, and other applicable standards.
• Track equipment performance, downtime, maintenance costs, and other key metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Help establish maintenance best practices that improve equipment life, productivity, safety, and overall plant efficiency.

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally supporting plastics extrusion or similar continuous-process equipment.
• Prior leadership, supervisory, or lead maintenance experience.
• Strong hands-on mechanical and electrical troubleshooting capabilities.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and industrial control systems.
• Experience developing and managing preventive maintenance programs.
• Ability to diagnose complex equipment issues and determine effective repair solutions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple equipment and production needs.
• Ability to work independently while effectively coordinating with production, operations, and outside vendors.
• Strong focus on safety, equipment reliability, and minimizing production downtime.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in plastics manufacturing, extrusion, tubing, profile extrusion, or a related processing environment.
• Experience maintaining extrusion lines and auxiliary equipment including dryers, chillers, conveyors, material handling systems, and downstream equipment.
• Technical degree, apprenticeship, or certification in industrial maintenance, electrical, mechanical, or a related field.
• Experience supervising or developing maintenance technicians.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems, maintenance scheduling, work orders, and spare-parts inventory.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and industrial electrical systems.
• Experience participating in equipment installations, upgrades, continuous improvement, or capital projects.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.