Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager

Automation Personnel Services is seeking a motivated and hands-on Maintenance Manager for a company based in Cookeville, TN. In this role, you will oversee the reliability, efficiency, and safety of all production equipment and infrastructure. You will play a critical leadership role in driving operational excellence, fostering a strong safety culture, and developing a high-performing maintenance team.

Please submit salary expectations with application.

Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

• Ensure correct final preparation and maintenance of the plant infrastructure, installations and production equipment, on budget. Monitor and increase effectiveness of production equipment.
• Manage and report maintenance KPIs (MTTR, MTBF, impact on OEE)
• Oversee all preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities to ensure maximum equipment uptime and reliability.
• Ensure OHSE Procedures are implemented and maintained in all Maintenance activities.
• Define and execute maintenance strategies aligned with plant performance goals and automotive industry standards.
• Establish the work schedule for the Maintenance Team depending on the plant needs and resources.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance programs and inspection systems.
• Ensure proper management of spare parts inventory, balancing cost control with operational readiness.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and equipment history records.
• Lead equipment upgrades, modifications, and capital improvement projects.
• Manage third-party contractors, ensuring work quality, safety compliance, and cost efficiency.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field required.
• Minimum of 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience required.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and continuous improvement methodologies preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Full-time, direct hire

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

Equal Opportunity Employer