Plant Maintenance Manager

Theoris; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Whitestown, Indiana, is seeking a Plant Maintenance Manager to oversee all maintenance operations for manufacturing equipment. The role requires strong technical skills in plastic molding and experience in management. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and at least 8 years of relevant experience. This position supports growth and ensures compliance with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience as a maintenance technician.
• Previous supervisory or management experience is required.
• In-depth knowledge of molding machines, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive preventive maintenance program.
• Conduct regular inspections of molding machines.
• Coordinate and execute repairs and upgrades to equipment.

Skills

Preventive maintenance planning

Team leadership

Continuous improvement

Knowledge of molding machines

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Plant Maintenance Manager

Location: Whitestown, Indiana

Industry: Manufacturing

The Plant Maintenance Manager plays a critical leadership role within the plant operations team, overseeing all aspects of maintenance for manufacturing equipment and the facility itself. This individual serves as a technical advisor and provides supervision to the maintenance team to ensure a safe, efficient, and compliant manufacturing environment. This role requires a strong background in plastic molding equipment, preventive maintenance planning, team leadership, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive preventive maintenance program for all manufacturing equipment.
• Conduct regular inspections of molding machines to identify wear, malfunctions, and performance issues.
• Coordinate and execute repairs, retrofits, and upgrades to plastic molding equipment.
• Align maintenance schedules with production plans to minimize downtime and disruption.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with local, state, and federal safety and environmental standards.
• Manage the maintenance department budget with a focus on cost-effective resource allocation.
• Collaborate with procurement to maintain inventory of spare parts and consumables.
• Recommend equipment upgrades or replacements to enhance performance and reduce long-term costs.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, equipment history, and key performance metrics.
• Use data analysis to provide insights and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 8 years of experience as a maintenance technician.
• Previous supervisory or management experience is required.
• Background in maintenance management within the plastic molding industry.
• In-depth knowledge of molding machines, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems.
• Experience with industry safety regulations and best practices.

About Theoris

Our goal is to Fuel Your Career! As a Theoris team member, you join a culture based on people-centered values and an environment that fosters both personal and professional growth. We build long-term relationships with our clients and our consultants. With over 30 years of building strong relationships in the industry, we’re uniquely positioned to make the right connections. This knowledge is used to find the right job placement. Our recruiting teams are experts dedicated to the information technology and engineering staffing space and are highly respected by our client base.

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Manufacturing and Repair and Maintenance