Sr. Manager, Maintenance & Facilities

Position Summary

The Manager of Maintenance & Facilities is responsible for overseeing all aspects of facility operations and maintenance within a fastener manufacturing environment. This includes managing building infrastructure, production equipment, utilities, and grounds to ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and industry regulations. The role emphasizes strategic asset management, reliability engineering, and continuous improvement to support efficient, uninterrupted operations.

• Facility & Equipment Management
  • Manage maintenance and performance of facility infrastructure (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, compressed air systems).
  • Ensure uptime and optimal operation of manufacturing equipment, including presses, furnaces, CNC machines, grinders, manipulators, forklifts, and saws.
  • Implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
  • Coordinate facility expansions, renovations, and new equipment installations with engineering, EHS and operations teams.
• Strategic Planning & Leadership
  • Develop and execute long‑term maintenance strategies aligned with plant growth and quality standards.
  • Lead and mentor a team of maintenance technicians.
  • Manage departmental budgets, cost‑saving initiatives, and capital expenditure projects.
• Compliance & Safety
  • Ensure compliance with EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, fire codes) and industry standards (AS9100, NADCAP).
  • Maintain facilities supporting specialized manufacturing environments (e.g., clean rooms).
  • Conduct safety audits, inspections, and facility condition assessments.
• Vendor & Contractor Management
  • Oversee contracts and relationships with service vendors and contractors.
  • Ensure accountability for performance and cost.
• Operational Support
  • Collaborate with production and engineering teams to align maintenance with operational goals.
  • Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for equipment failures.
  • Support Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery plans.

• Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field (Master’s/MBA preferred).
  • 8+ years of facilities and maintenance leadership experience in metal machining environments (fastener, automotive, or aerospace manufacturing strongly preferred).
  • Hands‑on experience with metal machining processes and equipment, including heading, CNC machines, grinders, and related tooling.
  • 3+ years in a senior leadership role managing large teams and complex facilities with hundreds of pieces of equipment.
• Skills & Knowledge
  • Expertise in building systems, utility infrastructure, and industrial equipment.
  • Demonstrated success in implementing TPM, CMMS systems, and reliability‑centered maintenance strategies.
  • Solid project management experience in facility upgrades and capital planning.
  • Familiarity with EHS, ISO 14001, OSHA, and local regulatory requirements.
• Preferred Certifications
  • Certified Facility Manager (CFM)
  • PMP, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• Physical Demands & Work Environment
  • Ability to lift up to 35 lbs occasionally.
  • Must comply with U.S. export control laws (ITAR/EAR); U.S. Person status required.

Salary range: $115,000–$160,000 (USD). The position is salaried and includes eligibility for a quarterly cash bonus plan, 120 paid hours of vacation annually, 10 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, 401(k) plans.

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