Maintenance Manager – PM Programs & Multi-Plant Lead

Lake Air Products; New Hope (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Full Benefits

401(k) Employer Match

PTO and Holiday Pay

Gym Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Lake Air Products, a fast-growing contract manufacturer in the Twin Cities area, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance technicians, oversee a Preventative Maintenance program, and support production teams across plants.

The role emphasizes leadership, safety compliance, and hands-on technical guidance in facilities and equipment maintenance. Strong background in metal stamping or fabrication is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational, time management and communication skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently while supporting the team.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, meet deadlines, and adapt to change.
• Working knowledge of Preventative Maintenance Programs.
• 10+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to network or research issues to diagnose repairs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an ongoing PM program for all Lake Air plants; track results.
• Maintain facilities and grounds and manage related contracts.
• Supervise the Maintenance Technician and maintenance activities at each location.
• Prioritize and resolve maintenance and repair requests.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting to maintenance and manufacturing staff.
• Interpret manuals, blueprints and schematics for equipment.
• Travel to plants to mentor staff on electrical, hydraulic, pneumatics, machining and fabrication.
• Manage capital purchases and coordinate vendors and budget.
• Initiate Continuous Improvement programs.
• Ensure OSHA, Arc Flash, LO/TO updates and safety compliance.
• Train staff and assist with diagnosing machinery malfunctions.
• Maintain machine repair records and inspect completed work.

Skills

PM program leadership

Strong organization

Time management

Communication skills

Initiative

Team leadership

Problem solving

Job description

Lake Air Products, a fast-growing contract manufacturer in the Twin Cities area, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance technicians, oversee a Preventative Maintenance program, and support production teams across plants.

The role emphasizes leadership, safety compliance, and hands-on technical guidance in facilities and equipment maintenance. Strong background in metal stamping or fabrication is preferred.