Maintenance Manager - Plastics Manufacturing

Axis Communications; Kingman (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

IPEX, a North American leader in thermoplastic piping systems, seeks a Maintenance Manager for our Kingman, AZ facility. You will lead maintenance operations, drive equipment reliability, and champion safety, with responsibilities spanning preventive maintenance, capital projects, and recordkeeping.

Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, and leadership to raise uptime, manage budgets, and mentor the maintenance team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance activities, preventive maintenance, and capital projects.

Skills

Electrical systems

PLC programming

Motors & drives

Hydraulic & pneumatic

Preventive maintenance

MS Office

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 experience

P.Eng. (optional)

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Maintenance Manager

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 Kingman 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.

What You’ll Do

• 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.


• Champion a strong safety culture focused on zero workplace injuries and proactively address hazards, near misses, and safety concerns.


• Lead and continuously improve 5S and workplace organization initiatives.


• Partner with Production, Quality, 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.


• Manage project schedules, contractor communications, cost control, equipment deliveries, and project status reporting.


• Research and evaluate new equipment, technologies, and materials to support plant growth and continuous improvement.


• Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment documentation, technical drawings, and compliance-related documentation.


• Collaborate with HSE to support contractor management programs and environmental compliance initiatives.


• Recruit, coach, mentor, and develop maintenance team members while supporting succession planning and employee retention efforts.


• Drive equipment reliability, downtime reduction, waste reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

Education

• College diploma or university degree required.


• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred.

Experience

• 5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.


• Proven success leading maintenance teams and delivering operational performance improvements.


• Experience managing capital projects, maintenance budgets, and contractor relationships.


• Experience working with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).


• Strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements in manufacturing environments.

Technical Skills

• Industrial electrical systems and controls.


• PLC programming and troubleshooting.


• Motors, drives, and process instrumentation.


• Hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.


• Preventive and predictive maintenance programs.


• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within ISO 9001 and/or ISO 14001 environments.


• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience.


• Professional Engineering designation (P.Eng.) is an asset.


• Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives and reliability programs.

Why Join IPEX

• 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, equipment reliability, and operational success.

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].