Plant Maintenance Manager

Ainsley Search Group; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 65,780 - 94,495; Full time

Job summary

A specialized recruiting firm is seeking a Plant Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance and utilities operations in Toms River, NJ. This role melds strategic planning with hands-on technical troubleshooting, focusing on compliance and continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in mechanical and electrical systems, alongside leadership experience in manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of industrial maintenance experience, with strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and rotating equipment.
• Proven track record of leading technical teams and managing contractors in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and environmental regulations, as well as cGMP compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor a team of mechanics, electricians, and contractors.
• Develop and execute a robust preventive maintenance program.
• Manage capital and non-capital projects including new equipment installation.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP/CMMS systems

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

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We’re supporting a specialty manufacturer in the Mainland, PA region that is seeking a Plant Maintenance Manager to lead plant maintenance, facilities, and utilities operations. This highly visible leadership role combines strategic planning, team leadership, and hands-on technical troubleshooting. The position is central to ensuring equipment uptime, regulatory compliance, facility reliability, and continuous improvement across the site.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, train, and mentor a team of mechanics, electricians, and contractors, ensuring proper staffing, performance management, and technical development.
• Oversee all preventive and corrective maintenance on packaging, filling, compounding, and utility equipment, ensuring compliance with cGMP, FDA, and audit standards.
• Develop and execute a robust preventive maintenance program, tracking KPIs to minimize unplanned downtime and extend asset life.
• Manage capital and non-capital projects including new equipment installation, upgrades, and facility improvements; prepare and track Capital Appropriation Requests (CARs).
• Oversee all site infrastructure and utilities, including HVAC, boilers, chillers, compressed air, cooling towers, wastewater treatment, and power distribution.
• Plan and execute plant shutdowns and equipment overhauls, ensuring timely completion and safe execution.
• Maintain site cleanliness, infrastructure integrity, and workplace safety standards in line with internal policies and external regulations.
• Support energy conservation and ESG initiatives, reducing water, waste, and energy usage across the site.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, procurement, and quality teams to resolve equipment-related issues and align maintenance with production schedules.
• Ensure timely completion of investigations related to equipment performance, audits, and compliance issues.
• Champion Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement, enhance productivity, and reduce maintenance costs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical discipline (or equivalent hands-on experience).
• 7+ years of industrial maintenance experience, with strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and rotating equipment.
• Proven track record of leading technical teams and managing contractors in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in packaging, compounding, or high-volume production environments strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with ERP/CMMS systems, AutoCAD, MS Project, and maintenance excellence KPIs.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and environmental regulations, as well as cGMP compliance.
• Demonstrated success in managing capital projects and driving measurable improvements in OEE, downtime reduction, and energy efficiency.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to influence across departments.
• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods, lift 40 lbs, and travel up to 15% of the time.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing, Management, and Project Management

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing and Manufacturing

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