Maintenance Manager Steelmaking

Liberty Steel & Wire; Bartonville (IL); On-site; USD 86,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life & Disability

FSA

PTO

401(k) Plan

Career Growth

Job summary

Liberty Steel USA is seeking a Maintenance Manager Steelmaking in Peoria, IL to lead Electrical and Mechanical Maintenance teams. You will ensure safe, efficient operation of the 115 MVA 225 ton EAF, ladle furnace, caster, and related equipment.

The role includes supervising salaried and hourly staff, coordinating predictive and preventive maintenance, and advancing uptime improvements. The position is full-time, on-site with rotating shifts, reporting to the site supervisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred.
• 5+ years related experience in maintenance leadership preferred.
• Experience in a unionized environment strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Steelmaking Maintenance teams to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable equipment operation.
• Reduce downtime through proactive maintenance, predictive and preventative programs.
• Coordinate maintenance with production and other departments; report on metrics and schedules.
• Oversee staffing, authorize salary and hourly personnel decisions, and maintain shift records.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Thermography

Oil analysis

Vibration analysis

Job description

Maintenance Manager Steelmaking

Location: Peoria, IL (on-site, rotating shift)

Reports to: Greg Patridge

Employment type: Full-time

Salary grade: SG26 (average starting range $85,833 - $128,749)

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Medical, dental, vision, additional voluntary benefits (accident insurance, critical illness, and employee, spouse, and child whole life). Flexible spending account (healthcare and dependent daycare), long term disability, and participation in employee assistance program (EAP).

Paid Time Off - vacation, sick leave, personal, holidays

Retirement Plans- 401(k) with company match. Eligible: 1st of the month following date of hire or immediate if date of hire is first of the month.

Career Growth - Opportunities for advancement and continuous learning.

Organizational Overview

Liberty Steel USA is a leading American steel manufacturer grounded in sustainability, innovation, and community. We forge steel that supports critical infrastructure and industrial growth while honoring a long-standing tradition of craftsmanship and an unwavering commitment to safety.

We strive to be the employer and supplier of choice in American steelmaking, driven by empowered people, advanced technology, and continuous improvement. Steelmaking has always evolved, and we view change as an opportunity to strengthen our operations, invest in our workforce, and improve how we work.

Safety is not a policy-it is a promise. In every decision, we prioritize the well-being of our people. We believe our strength lies in one another and in the communities we serve. Through responsible stewardship, we are committed to sustainable practices that protect our environment, support our workforce, and ensure long-term vitality for future generations.

Position Overview

The Manager, Maintenance Steelmaking leads the Electrical and Mechanical Maintenance teams supporting Steelmaking operations. This position oversees maintenance personnel and works to ensure equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably.

Key responsibilities include supervising maintenance teams, reducing equipment downtime, coordinating preventative and predictive maintenance, monitoring maintenance performance, and working with other departments and union personnel to support safety, quality, productivity, and equipment reliability.

Core Responsibilities:

Maintenance Leadership & Workforce Management

• Responsible for managing the Steelmaking Maintenance Departments which includes a 115 MVA 225 ton EAF, ladle met furnace, six strand continuous billet caster, and associated equipment.
• Responsible for management of salary and hourly employees
• Supervise and direct the electrical and mechanical supervisors, reduce maintenance downtime, utilize maintenance practices including predictive and preventative maintenance, thermography, oil analysis, and vibration analysis.
• Maintain records, schedules and financial reports.

Equipment & Shift Operations

• Perform equipment inspections.
• Monitor equipment conditions and identify maintenance needs requiring follow-up.
• Work rotating shifts to provide maintenance leadership and support during assigned shifts.
• Document shift activities and prepare reports as required.

Communication & Coordination

• Interface effectively with other members of supervision, personnel from other departments, and ISWA personnel.
• Communicate maintenance priorities, equipment conditions, repair status, and shift activities to appropriate personnel
• Must be organized and capable of handling multiple tasks and priorities.
• Coordinate resources and maintenance activities with production and other departments as needed.

Safety, Quality & Operational Performance

• Responsibilities include safety, quality and productivity for the maintenance personnel daily.
• Maintain accountability for productivity, quality, safety, and housekeeping within assigned areas.
• Reinforce safe work practices and company safety requirements during maintenance activities.
• Address maintenance issues in a timely manner while maintaining appropriate safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

Candidates interested in this role should have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor degree (preferred Mechanical / Electrical Engineering)
• 2 years or more related experience and/or training
• 5+ years related experience in lieu of degree
• Experience in a unionized environment strongly preferred
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as required
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills under pressure

Success In This Role

Success in this role requires a hands-on, decisive leader who earns the trust of the crew through consistency and fairness. The Turn Foreman must balance production demands with an unwavering commitment to safety, staying calm and clear-headed when issues arise mid-shift. Strong communication, sound judgment, and visible presence on the floor are essential to keeping the turn running safely and efficiently.