Maintenance Manager
Listed on 2026-11-04
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Industrial Maintenance
MetalX LLC is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead and develop the maintenance organization at our Wabash aluminum processing facility.
We are looking for a motivated industrial maintenance professional who combines technical knowledge, strong leadership skills, and the ability to develop people and improve processes.
The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening equipment reliability, improving maintenance practices, and building a safe, organized, and effective maintenance team.
Key Responsibilities- Lead, coach, and develop maintenance personnel across a continuous manufacturing operation.
- Establish clear departmental expectations, responsibilities, and accountability.
- Direct preventive and corrective maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
- Develop and improve maintenance procedures, work planning, and employee training.
- Utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to manage maintenance activities and evaluate performance.
- Collaborate with production, engineering, and plant leadership to establish priorities and support operational objectives.
- Manage departmental resources, budgets, contractors, and maintenance-related projects.
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and company standards.
Requirements
Required Qualifications- Minimum of eight years of hands‑on industrial maintenance experience, including at least four years in a supervisory or management role.
- Strong understanding of industrial mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Proficiency with computers, CMMS software, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Demonstrated leadership, organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
- Ability to motivate employees, develop technical competencies, and promote teamwork.
- Knowledge of preventive maintenance, equipment reliability, and industrial safety practices.
- Experience in aluminum processing, foundry operations, steel production, or similar heavy industrial manufacturing.
- NFPA 70E electrical safety training and documented qualifications.
- OSHA 10‑hour or 30‑hour training credentials, or other relevant occupational safety certifications.
- Experience with industrial combustion systems, burner management systems, flame safeguards, and associated safety controls.
- Familiarity with PLCs, industrial automation, and electrical control systems.
- Experience developing preventive maintenance programs, technical training, and continuous improvement initiatives.
This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to an evolving maintenance organization through leadership, employee development, and continuous improvement.
We are seeking a leader who takes pride in developing people, improving equipment performance, and building sustainable maintenance practices.
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