Manager, Manufacturing Maintenance

Anduril Industries; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier benefits

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a Production Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance team, maximize equipment uptime, and drive cost-effective reliability across the production floor. You will develop preventive and predictive maintenance programs, manage spare parts and CMMS, collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Quality, and champion safety and continuous improvement.

This role requires strong leadership, 7+ years in manufacturing maintenance, and supervisory

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing maintenance role.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in a maintenance leadership or supervisory position, preferably in a fast-paced production environment.
• Proven experience implementing and managing PM/PdM programs.
• Strong track record of improving equipment reliability and reducing downtime.
• Proficiency with CMMS software.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and P&IDs.
• Knowledge of instrumentation and calibration techniques.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a maintenance team to ensure reliable operation of production equipment.
• Develop, implement, and continually improve PM and PdM programs to minimize downtime.
• Manage CMMS work orders, scheduling, and historical data analysis.
• Oversee spare parts inventory and optimize costs.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Safety to align maintenance with plant goals.
• Develop and manage the annual maintenance budget and external vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and internal safety policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

PM/PdM

Reliability improvement

CMMS proficiency

Reading schematics

Instrumentation/calibration

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril’s Manufacturing Operations Team is seeking a Production Maintenance Manager to join our team. The Production Maintenance team is responsible for helping scale production at Anduril and ensuring maximum equipment uptime, a world class preventative maintenance program, and supporting line commissioning of our growing production landscape.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Production Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading, managing, and developing the maintenance team to ensure the reliable operation of all production equipment and facilities. This role is critical in maximizing equipment uptime, optimizing maintenance costs, ensuring a safe working environment, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing facility. The manager will develop and implement robust preventive and predictive maintenance programs, manage spare parts inventory, and work collaboratively with production, engineering, and quality teams to achieve operational excellence.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Team Leadership & Development:
• Recruit, train, mentor, and supervise a team of maintenance specialists (electrical, mechanical, PLC, etc.).
• Conduct performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and identify professional development opportunities for team members.
• Develop and manage work schedules, assignments, and priorities for the maintenance team to ensure adequate coverage and efficient workflow.
• Foster a strong safety culture within the maintenance department, ensuring adherence to all safety policies and procedures (e.g., LOTO, confined space, hot work).
• Maintenance Operations Management:
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve comprehensive Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) programs to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Oversee all reactive maintenance activities, ensuring prompt and effective troubleshooting and repair of production equipment breakdowns.
• Utilize and optimize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for work order generation, tracking, scheduling, and historical data analysis.
• Manage spare parts inventory, ensuring critical spares are available while optimizing inventory levels and costs.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues on various production machinery.
• Strategic Planning & Continuous Improvement:
• Analyze maintenance data (e.g., downtime, MTBF, MTTR, OEE) to identify root causes of equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma principles) within maintenance to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve equipment reliability.
• Participate in the planning and execution of capital projects related to new equipment installations, upgrades, and facility improvements.
• Stay abreast of new maintenance technologies and best practices to continually improve departmental performance.
• Collaboration & Communication:
• Collaborate closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Safety departments to align maintenance activities with production schedules and overall plant objectives.
• Communicate maintenance status, schedules, and issues effectively to all relevant stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with external vendors, contractors, and service providers for specialized maintenance tasks or equipment support.
• Budget & Resource Management:
• Develop and manage the annual maintenance budget, including expenditures for labor, parts, external services, and capital improvements.
• Monitor and control maintenance costs, seeking opportunities for cost reduction without compromising quality or reliability.
• Ensure proper allocation and utilization of maintenance resources.
• Compliance & Safety:
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with company policies, local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
• Participate in safety audits and incident investigations, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, inspections, and safety compliance.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing maintenance role.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in a maintenance leadership or supervisory position, preferably in a fast-paced production environment.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven experience implementing and managing PM/PdM programs.
• Strong track record of improving equipment reliability and reducing downtime.
• Proficiency with CMMS software.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and P&IDs.
• Knowledge of instrumentation and calibration techniques.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work in various environmental conditions common in a manufacturing plant (e.g., noise, varying temperatures, dust).
• Ability to work extended hours, including occasional nights, weekends, or holidays, as needed.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, etc.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems (up to 480V), PLCs (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens), VFDs, and motor controls.
• Expertise in mechanical systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, and power transmission.

US Salary Range: $129,000 — $171,000 USD

Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full‑time employees, including:

Benefits

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