Manufacturing Maintenance Manager

VALiNTRY Services; Brazil (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

VALiNTRY is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations within a three shift environment, driving reliability and continuous improvement across plant equipment and facilities.

You will lead maintenance leads, mechanics, and electricians, overseeing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance and ensuring safe, 24/7 operations. A hands-on leader who can move the organization from reactive to proactive maintenance is essential.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of maintenance leadership in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• At least 3 years of leadership or management experience.
• Experience managing teams across multiple shifts.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and rotating equipment.
• Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Experience with root cause analysis and troubleshooting.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and develop maintenance teams across three shifts.
• Provide technical direction to shift leads, mechanics, and electricians.
• Plan and oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
• Lead projects from design through completion.
• Develop and implement maintenance programs and SOPs.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify reliability improvements.
• Partner with production, engineering, and safety teams to reduce downtime.
• Maintain maintenance records and spare parts inventory.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Shift management

Root cause analysis

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety focus

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Eng

Master's in Engineering

Job description

Manufacturing Maintenance Manager

Manufacturing Operations & Equipment Reliability

Location: Brazil, Indiana
Salary: $100,000 – $130,000+ depending on experience and additional technical capabilities
Employment: Full Time

ABOUT THE ROLE

VALiNTRY is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations within a three shift manufacturing environment.

This is a hands on leadership role responsible for the reliability, maintenance, and continuous improvement of plant equipment and facilities. You will lead maintenance leads, mechanics, and electricians while ensuring the plant has the technical support necessary to maintain reliable 24/7 operations.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical knowledge with proven leadership experience and takes a proactive approach to equipment reliability, safety, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead, train, and develop maintenance teams across three operating shifts
• Provide technical direction to shift leads, mechanics, and electricians
• Plan and oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities
• Lead mechanical, engineering, and process improvement projects from design through completion
• Develop and implement maintenance programs, procedures, and standard operating practices
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability and efficiency
• Partner with production, engineering, and safety teams to reduce downtime and improve plant performance
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, spare parts inventory, and project documentation
• Promote a strong culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations
• Provide maintenance support outside normal business hours when operational needs require it

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• 5 to 7 years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• At least 3 years of leadership or management experience
• Proven experience managing maintenance teams across multiple shifts
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and rotating equipment
• Experience leading internal engineering, maintenance, or process improvement projects
• Strong understanding of preventive and predictive maintenance
• Experience with root cause analysis and equipment troubleshooting
• Strong leadership, organizational, problem solving, and communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement

DESIRABLE

• Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
• Experience supporting a 24/7 manufacturing operation
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and industrial regulatory requirements

WHAT MAKES A GREAT FIT

We’re looking for a Maintenance Manager who is comfortable leading people and solving problems on the plant floor.

The strongest candidate will understand how to move a maintenance organization from simply reacting to equipment failures toward a more proactive, reliability focused operation. You should be comfortable working with mechanics and electricians, troubleshooting equipment, developing your team, and partnering with production and engineering to reduce downtime.

This role is well suited for someone who can lead from the floor, not just from an office.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $130,000 per year. Candidates who bring additional technical capabilities that could benefit the organization may be considered above this range.