Manager - Maintenance (Salary)

Sherwood Bedding Group, LLC; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherwood Bedding Group, LLC in Orlando, FL is seeking a Maintenance Manager responsible for leading maintenance activities within the manufacturing facility. This role ensures equipment reliability and supports production goals while maintaining a safe work environment.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in maintenance leadership and a strong knowledge of OSHA regulations. Join us to drive initiatives that improve equipment uptime and facilitate lean manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the maintenance team.
• Manage preventive maintenance programs for production equipment.
• Oversee troubleshooting and repair of manufacturing equipment.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Manage maintenance department budget and control costs.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Education

5+ years of maintenance leadership experience

Knowledge of OSHA regulations

Experience with CMMS systems

Tools

CMMS systems

Job description

Manager - Maintenance (Salary)

Management Orlando, FL, US

Position Summary

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading all maintenance activities within the manufacturing facility to ensure equipment reliability, minimize downtime, maintain a safe work environment, and support production goals.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, coach, and develop the maintenance team, including technicians and mechanics.
• Schedule and assign daily maintenance activities.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing training.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Develop and manage preventive maintenance (PM) programs for all production equipment.
• Ensure maintenance tasks are completed on schedule and properly documented.
• Implement predictive maintenance practices to reduce unexpected breakdowns.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Equipment Reliability & Troubleshooting

• Oversee troubleshooting and repair of manufacturing equipment.
• Respond quickly to equipment failures to minimize production downtime.
• Analyze recurring equipment issues and implement long-term corrective actions.
• Coordinate major repairs and equipment installations.

Manufacturing Support

• Partner closely with Production, Quality, and Operations teams to support manufacturing goals.
• Participate in daily production meetings and communicate maintenance priorities.
• Ensure machinery is operating safely and efficiently to meet production demands.
• Support new product launches and process improvements.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Conduct safety inspections and maintain a safe work environment.
• Manage lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and other safety programs.
• Investigate maintenance-related incidents and implement corrective actions.

Budget & Inventory Management

• Manage maintenance department budget and control costs.
• Track maintenance expenses and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain adequate inventory of spare parts and critical components.
• Coordinate purchasing of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment.

Facilities Management

• Oversee maintenance of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, compressed air, and facility infrastructure.
• Coordinate contractor services and ensure quality work completion.
• Manage facility improvement projects as needed.
• Drive initiatives to improve equipment uptime, efficiency, and reliability.
• Utilize root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement programs.
• Track and report maintenance KPIs such as downtime, PM completion rates, and maintenance costs.

Preferred Experience

• 5+ years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Experience managing maintenance teams in a fast-paced production environment.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and industrial safety practices.
• Experience with CMMS systems and preventive maintenance programs.
• Bedding, furniture, foam, textile, or manufacturing industry experience preferred.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Equipment uptime and reliability
• Preventive maintenance completion rate
• Downtime reduction
• Maintenance cost control
• Safety performance
• Work order completion rate
• Team productivity and development
• Production support and responsiveness

Reporting To: Plant Manager / Director of Operations
Direct Reports: Maintenance Technicians, Maintenance Mechanics, Sewing Machine Technicians, and Facility Maintenance Personnel (as applicable).