Maintenance Manager

Location: Casavatore

We are seeking a results-driven Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and performance of production equipment while driving continuous improvement through preventive maintenance programs. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, communication, analytical, and technical skills, with a proven ability to develop teams, solve complex equipment issues, and support operational excellence.

What Will You Do? Lead and manage the maintenance department to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and uptime of industrial equipment. Oversee and drive the Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program to improve equipment reliability, availability, and overall manufacturing efficiency. Monitor equipment performance (OEE), KPIs (MTTR, MTBF…)  and implement actions to improve reliability and efficiency. Manage and develop maintenance team members through goal setting, performance management, coaching, competency development, recognition, employee engagement, and well-being initiatives.

Monitor and optimize maintenance expenditures, including spare parts inventory management and cost control. Ensure business continuity by maintaining equipment readiness and supporting contingency planning for critical manufacturing operations. Utilize data and maintenance metrics to identify trends, prioritize actions, and support continuous improvement initiatives. Foster a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications Master’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Automation, Electrical)
Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment. +5 years of maintenance experience supporting industrial manufacturing equipment.

Fluency in both written and spoken Italian and English.

Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance programs, including Total Productive Maintenance (TPM). Proficiency reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and technical documentation. Background in spare parts management and maintenance cost optimization. Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and maintenance planning tools. Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage maintenance metrics and performance data to drive decision-making.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across production, engineering, quality, and leadership teams.

Proficient in Manufacturing Execution System (MES). Demonstrated decision-making ability, including prioritizing maintenance activities, allocating resources, and resolving equipment-related issues in a timely manner. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement or Six Sigma methodologies. SAP PM or other maintenance management system experience. Experience supporting highly automated manufacturing or assembly operations. What's in it for me?

High-impact leadership role where your work directly influences plant performance and reliability

Supportive culture that invests in your professional growth through training and development opportunities

Collaborative team environment focused on safety, innovation, and operational excellence

Chance to drive meaningful improvements and see the results of your leadership firsthand

Bring your maintenance expertise to a team that values results and people — apply today!

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