Area Maintenance Manager

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-time

Regular

Ste. Genevieve-10100

No

Job Title: Area Maintenance Manager

Why consider a career at MLC?

MLC was recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces & received an Eco Vadis Sustainability Rating for our continued commitment to sustainability.

• Highly collaborative work environment focused on growth and innovation
• Safety and sustainability are top priorities
• Excellent compensation, benefits, generous perks; focused on employee wellbeing
• Great development and advancement opportunities
• Bring your real self to work, come grow with us!

MLC operates the largest lime facility in the Americas and mines some of the purest limestone reserves in the world…and we are global! The company is committed to development and employee satisfaction. Join our outstanding team!

Benefits & Professional Growth

MLC offers a competitive and thoughtfully designed rewards package that supports both financial security and long-term career development:

• 401(k) Plan
  The company matches a portion of employee 401(k) contributions and also provides an additional employer-funded contribution, regardless of employee participation, to help support long‑term retirement savings.
• Tuition Reimbursement
  Reimbursement for 100% of approved eligible education expenses after six months of employment to support continued learning and career advancement.
• Vacation and Holiday Pay
  Employees receive paid vacation as well as recognized company-paid holidays to support work-life balance throughout the year.
• Health Savings & Wellness Benefits
  Employer HSA contributions for medical plan participants, a comprehensive wellness program, and $100 annually toward a gym membership.
• Disability & Employee Assistance Coverage
  Company‑provided disability insurance and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health, financial, and personal support resources.
• Incentive Program
  Eligibility for performance‑based incentive opportunities aligned with individual and organizational success.
• Career Growth & Development Opportunities
  Access to professional development resources and opportunities within a growing, global organization.

About the Job

This role leads maintenance operations to ensure safe, reliable, and cost‑effective production while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

• Plan and execute routine and shutdown maintenance to ensure timely, high‑quality work
• Analyze equipment failures and lead root cause investigations to prevent recurrence
• Develop and manage preventative and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and uptime
• Partner with reliability teams to improve performance using data (e.g., vibration, thermography, oil analysis)
• Manage maintenance budgets, control costs, and support capital improvement projects
• Track and report KPIs, identifying and implementing corrective actions as needed
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards (including MSHA)
• Lead, develop, and support maintenance teams to drive productivity, quality, and engagement

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or 5+ years of maintenance management experience
• 10+ years of experience, preferably in high‑heat industrial processing environments (e.g., minerals or chemicals)

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage both hourly and salaried employees in a union environment
• Proven ability to balance safety, quality, productivity, cost control, and employee relations
• Experience with maintenance systems (EAM/CMMS), Microsoft Office, and technical documentation (e.g., schematics, drawings)
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Demonstrated ability to plan strategically, develop teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives

The Fine Print

Benefits and perquisites may vary based on the nature and location of each job.

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