Ironwood Plant - Maintenance Manager

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Date: Jul 15, 2026

Location: Portage, WI, US, 53901

Company: Milliken and Company

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people’s lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations.

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POSITION TITLE

Maintenance Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading the maintenance department at the plant to ensure production equipment operates as designed and products are delivered on time for customers. This role owns the scope of work, schedule, budget, and resources required to execute daily maintenance activities and support overall plant success. The Maintenance Manager will advance preventive and predictive maintenance programs, strengthen equipment reliability, and help enhance a culture of continuous improvement.

This position is strategic to supporting reliable site operations, business growth, and customer demand.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Minimize plant equipment downtime to ensure production demands are met.

Utilize the CMMS system to effectively plan preventive maintenance needs within the plant.

Address and eliminate identified safety issues requiring engineering controls at the plant.

Lead plant maintenance teams to continually drive performance improvements of capital assets.

Manage the performance and development of the plant maintenance team.

Lead Kaizen activities and model a continuous improvement mindset.

Provide opportunities for team members to learn new skillsets and grow professionally when possible.

Hire, mentor, and train new engineers and support staff at the Portage plant.

Partner with business development and process design teams to develop effective engineering solutions for new, high-quality products.

Create cost-effective designs that meet project goals and follow EHS principles.

Ensure the maintenance team follows SOPs and safety protocols to effectively execute daily maintenance.

Conduct daily pre-work safety tailgate meetings to keep safety top of mind at the start of each day or shift.

Develop and improve maintenance strategies for the site, including strategies for new equipment coming to the site.

Coordinate closely with contractors to prioritize work and ensure activities are completed on time and within budget.

Ensure plant drawings, including layouts and P&IDs, are created and kept current as changes occur.

Communicate project status, timelines, and spending profiles to internal customers.

Help develop and improve Encapsys maintenance policies and procedures.

Ensure maintenance teams complete all assigned training.

Optimize spare parts management, review asset classification and strategy, and align maintenance strategy accordingly.

Maintain Portage equipment maintenance records and Engineering and Maintenance files to ensure drawing and information accuracy.

Provide repair cost estimates and timelines.

Identify risks and opportunities and create countermeasures.

Wear a respirator as required by the task being performed or chemical safety data sheets.

Maintain daily visibility on the production floor by walking areas of responsibility, engaging associates, verifying adherence to rules and procedures, identifying at-risk behaviors or hazardous conditions, and taking immediate action to address concerns.

ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH, SAFETY & SECURITY RESPONSIBILITIES

Understand the relevant requirements of the Responsible Care Management System (RCMS) and RC-14001 certification.

Understand the importance of conformance to Environmental, Safety, and Responsible Care policies, procedures, and RCMS requirements.

Understand significant environmental…