Industrial Maintenance Manager

We are seeking a Maintenance Manager for an industrial adhesive manufacturer located in Mesquite, TX. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, you will oversee maintenance operations, reliability initiatives, and capital projects for a facility producing food-grade hot melt adhesive in a 24/7 manufacturing environment. This position is ideal for a hands‑on leader who excels at troubleshooting alongside their team while simultaneously coaching, delegating, and fostering a collaborative relationship with production departments.

Operating in Mesquite for five decades, this 70-year-old facility balances legacy equipment from the 1970s and 80s with modern robotic palletizers and packaging lines. The majority of the machinery is standard, well‑maintained, and supported by ongoing capital improvement projects. As a flagship site for the company, the facility has consistently set performance records over the last 18 months, drawing frequent attention from executive leadership.

The culture is defined by strong camaraderie and an employee‑centric approach, featuring regular team‑building events. Furthermore, the site maintains a rigorous safety standard, supported by a dedicated EHS manager who actively collaborates with the maintenance team on fall prevention and lockout/tagout procedures.

You are a servant leader with 5–7 years of experience in maintenance management or supervision. With a strong technical background, you are capable of guiding your team through complex breakdowns without needing to perform the repairs yourself, focusing instead on developing your staff. You excel at building bridges between maintenance and production, prioritizing collaborative problem‑solving over blame. As a patient and data‑driven professional, you take the time to understand your team's strengths and the facility's unique equipment before implementing new strategies to drive results.

• Manage and mentor a team of seven technicians, ensuring coverage across all three shifts.
• Promote a culture of safety to ensure all staff members return home in the same condition they arrived.
• Provide technical guidance on mechanical, electrical, PLC, and automation issues to help the team resolve complex problems.
• Optimize the use of the MVPOne CMMS to ensure all maintenance activities are tracked and scheduled efficiently.
• Improve overall equipment effectiveness by shifting the focus toward proactive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Foster productive partnerships with production staff to ensure seamless communication across all operational shifts.
• Maintain fiscal responsibility regarding spare parts inventory, contractor management, and departmental budgets.
• Direct capital project execution to ensure infrastructure and equipment upgrades are completed on time and within budget.
• Introduce continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, TPM, 5S, and FMEA to enhance long‑term operational efficiency.
• Oversee diverse equipment including boilers, steam systems, conveyors, pumps, and packaging lines with electrical systems ranging from 24 VDC to 480 VAC.

• At least 5 years of leadership experience within a manufacturing maintenance department.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot industrial machinery, including both mechanical and electrical systems.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent professional experience.
• Proficiency in utilizing CMMS and ERP software to manage maintenance reliability.
• Strong project management capabilities and clear communication skills.
• Commitment to…