Maintenance & Reliability Lead – Manufacturing Ops

Leggett & Platt, Inc.; Rensselaer (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett & Platt, Inc. is looking for a Maintenance Superintendent in Rensselaer, Indiana, to lead the maintenance department. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and maintaining safety across operations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, alongside 5-10 years of maintenance experience, including several years in a supervisory position. You'll manage teams, budgets, and implement preventive maintenance strategies.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing or industrial environment.
• 3–5+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong background in mechanical and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all maintenance activities and ensure equipment uptime.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance schedules.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and conduct safety audits.
• Control labor and parts costs effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Automation systems

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

CMMS

PLC systems

Job description

Leggett & Platt, Inc. is looking for a Maintenance Superintendent in Rensselaer, Indiana, to lead the maintenance department. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and maintaining safety across operations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, alongside 5-10 years of maintenance experience, including several years in a supervisory position. You'll manage teams, budgets, and implement preventive maintenance strategies.