Maintenance Manager
Listed on 2026-02-16
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Manufacturing / Production
Operations Manager, Manufacturing Engineer
Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together – a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world.
With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.
Who we are looking for:We are currently looking for a Maintenance Manager to be based out of Thomasville, GA. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this person will be responsible for planning and overseeing the work of the Maintenance staff to ensure safe and efficient operations for the entire facility.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum 5 years managerial experience in a manufacturing environment.
What you’ll do:- Oversee maintenance functions with a drive to eliminate repetitive issues by developing personnel and using metrics to help make decisions.
- Minimize breakdowns or disruptions in the production processes by developing a preventative maintenance and inspection list and schedule
- Participate in Lean Manufacturing activities and promote the plant Lean culture
- Coordinate and/or perform inspection of building and equipment as required by regulatory agencies
- Be a leader in safety, and enforce company policy in regard to EH&S and Lean Initiatives
- Create and adhere to departmental budgets
- Lead maintenance transformation from a "break/fix" culture to a reliability-based maintenance culture
- Perform other duties as assigned
- 5 years of maintenance-related managerial experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience in tubing/pipe environment or plastic/extrusion or similar heavy manufacturing environment, along with supervisory experience preferred
- Strong Mechanical and Electrical skillset
- General PLC programming knowledge
- Understanding of basic machine shop tools as well as welding and metal fabrication
- Familiar with electric code requirements
- Experience with installation of machinery and equipment as well as dis‑assembly
- Good understanding of basic math required for quick and accurate counting and calculations
- Attention to detail, accuracy, time management, and organization
- Effective leadership skills and problem‑solving techniques
- Adaptable to changes in the work environment, comfortable with multiple competing demands and able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events in a calm and logical manner
- Complete any required training
- Have developed relationships with the key stakeholders for this role
- Be well‑versed in Atkore’s Business System and the importance of your role to daily operations
- Update training materials and procedures.
- Partner with Safety and HR to investigate and provide corrective measures for on‑the‑job accidents, injuries and production issues
- Identify solutions to strengthen the team’s commitment to Atkore's core values of Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Excellent
- Be managing an efficient team that delivers Atkore’s strategy
- Create and update reports, training materials and documentation
- Have meaningful performance conversations with your direct reports
- Be able to resolve any issues quickly and safely
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $[recruiting min.] to $[recruiting max.]. Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time.
Other compensation may include, but not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
- 401k
- Paid Time Off
- Paid holidays
- Any leave required under federal, state, or local law
Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.
Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.
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