Plant Maintenance Manager

Overview

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Location:

Fargo, ND, US | Job Type: Full Time | Working Mode:
Fully On-Site

Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing global population and increased demands on resources, our products are instrumental to feeding and sheltering the world.

From developing products that run on alternative power to productivity-enhancing precision tech, we are delivering solutions that benefit people – and they are possible thanks to people like you. If the opportunity to build your skills as part of a collaborative, global team excites you, you’re in the right place.

Grow a Career. Build a Future! Be part of this company at the forefront of agriculture and construction, that passionately innovates to drive customer efficiency and success. And we know innovation can’t happen without collaboration. So, everything we do at CNH Industrial is about reaching new heights as one team, always delivering for the good of our customers.

Maintenance Manager
The Maintenance & Facilities Manager is responsible for the overall installation, repair, upkeep, and improvement of equipment, machinery, and facilities within the plant. This role provides leadership, direction, and strategic control of maintenance operations to ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and corporate policies. The position will oversee both preventative and corrective maintenance strategies, manage budgets, and lead teams to maximize equipment reliability, efficiency, and plant performance.

• Safety & Compliance:
  Ensure a safe, clean, and compliant work environment in alignment with corporate safety programs, regulations, and plant standards.
• Support sustainability initiatives to reduce environmental and energy impact.
• Maintenance Leadership:
  Oversee preventative, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance programs for all plant equipment and systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, etc.).
• Conduct root cause analyses for equipment breakdowns and implement long-term corrective actions.
• Monitor and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Troubleshoot and diagnose complex equipment failures, providing technical solutions and documentation.
• Facilities Management:
  Direct facilities maintenance, grounds, and building improvement projects.
• Manage contractors and vendors for construction, service, and specialized repairs, including bid evaluation and project oversight.
• Ensure proper inspection, upkeep, and compliance of physical assets.
• Budget & Strategic Planning:
  Develop and manage annual maintenance and facility budgets, including cost forecasting, capital planning, and expense control.
• Actively contribute to site strategic planning, organizational development, and capital investment decisions.
• People Leadership & Development:
  Lead, train, and mentor a team of salaried and hourly maintenance personnel to deliver high performance and continuous improvement.
• Drive employee engagement, satisfaction, and positive relations in alignment with company policies.
• Oversee HR activities including hiring, training, counseling, performance management, and career development.
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation:
  Recommend and implement process and equipment enhancements to improve availability, capability, yield, and reliability.
• Support launch and sustainment of new and existing manufacturing products and processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Management, Business Operations, or Technical field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Minimum 8+ years of maintenance and facilities management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 3+ years of supervisory/leadership experience.

• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, WCM, or TPM methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CMMS systems.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and data analysis skills.