Manufacturing Maintenance Manager: KPI‑Driven Leader

Maker’s Pride, LLC; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Maker's Pride, LLC seeks a Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance team and oversee all reliability activities on the production floor. You will develop KPIs, manage PM programs, and partner with corporate and local teams to align maintenance with production goals.

The role requires strong leadership, knowledge of SAP/EAM systems, and experience in multi-craft maintenance within food/pharma contexts. On-site position with safety and GMP awareness encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• 3–7 years of related work experience leading a maintenance department.
• Must be detailed-oriented with strong communication and leadership skills.
• Food Industry or pharmaceutical industry experience is required or preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Maintenance department and execute all maintenance activities.
• Create and deliver KPIs and objectives for the Maintenance group.
• Maintain equipment parts inventory, PM program, and work orders.
• Develop and improve SOPs for predictive and preventive maintenance.
• Evaluate direct reports and align with corporate programs and best practices.
• Maintain safety, GMP awareness, and strong internal/external communication.

Skills

Leadership

Multi-craft maintenance

PLC programming

Predictive maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/technical-related field

Tools

SAP

EAM

MS Office Suite

Work Order system

Job description

Maker's Pride, LLC seeks a Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance team and oversee all reliability activities on the production floor. You will develop KPIs, manage PM programs, and partner with corporate and local teams to align maintenance with production goals.

The role requires strong leadership, knowledge of SAP/EAM systems, and experience in multi-craft maintenance within food/pharma contexts. On-site position with safety and GMP awareness encouraged.