Maintenance Manager: Reliability, Leadership & Safety

RTP Company; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

RTP Company is hiring a Maintenance Manager in Henderson, KY to oversee the maintenance department and ensure equipment reliability to support production. The role requires strong leadership and a hands-on approach to troubleshooting and repair.

You will develop and manage preventive, predictive, and KPI-driven maintenance programs, coordinate maintenance staffing, and oversee contractor work while ensuring safety and compliance. Travel to RTP locations may be required.

Qualifications

• Preferred associate or bachelor’s degree in related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Master or Journeyman Electrician License preferred.
• Must have demonstrated strong mechanical skills; experience with plastics extrusion/compounding and processing equipment desired.
• Must have demonstrated experience leading a team.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and compliant workplace by participating in site safety activities.
• Lead a staff of technicians including hiring, performance management, termination, skills development, and other people management activities.
• Plan and schedule work for direct reports.
• Trouble shoot and repair equipment, providing hands-on support as needed.
• Maintain and improve maintenance programs (preventive, predictive, vibration analysis, lubrication, ultrasonic, KPI).
• Maintain maintenance software package (Asset Essentials).
• Schedule, coordinate, and oversee contract work and MRO efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Multitasking

Team leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Travel as needed

Attendance

English proficiency

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in related discipline

Master or Journeyman Electrician License (preferred)

Driver's license

Job description

RTP Company is hiring a Maintenance Manager in Henderson, KY to oversee the maintenance department and ensure equipment reliability to support production. The role requires strong leadership and a hands-on approach to troubleshooting and repair.

You will develop and manage preventive, predictive, and KPI-driven maintenance programs, coordinate maintenance staffing, and oversee contractor work while ensuring safety and compliance. Travel to RTP locations may be required.