Mechanical Maintenance & Reliability Leader

Pratt Industries; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401K with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid holidays and parental leave

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Indiana is seeking a Mechanical Technician Manager to lead our mechanical maintenance team and own site reliability. This high-impact role focuses on improving equipment longevity, safety, and continuous improvement across the mill.

You will supervise a skilled team, manage capital projects and outages, mentor technicians, and ensure compliance with mechanical integrity standards while driving performance metrics.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of maintenance management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of boilers, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and rotating equipment.
• Exceptional leadership, crisis management, and decision‑making skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and technical documentation (blueprints, P&IDs).

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance strategy and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize site reliability.
• Supervise, hire, and develop a high-performing mechanical team.
• Oversee capital projects and facility outages, ensuring safe and efficient execution.
• Champion a culture of safety and ensure compliance with all mechanical integrity standards.
• Provide expert technical mentorship and troubleshooting support across production areas.

Skills

Maintenance management

Leadership

Crisis management

Data analysis

Technical troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Pratt Industries in Indiana is seeking a Mechanical Technician Manager to lead our mechanical maintenance team and own site reliability. This high-impact role focuses on improving equipment longevity, safety, and continuous improvement across the mill.

You will supervise a skilled team, manage capital projects and outages, mentor technicians, and ensure compliance with mechanical integrity standards while driving performance metrics.