Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager | Direct Hire | Wausau, WI area |

$,000/yr. based on skills & experience

Kelly, in partnership with our client, is seeking a Maintenance Manager in the Wausau, WI area to lead campus maintenance operations, facility improvements, and equipment reliability. This is an exciting opportunity for candidates passionate about safety, process excellence, and professional advancement within a global manufacturing organization.

This is a direct hire Maintenance Manager position, meaning you will be hired permanently with our client and offered their competitive benefit and vacation package upon hire.

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• Onsite medical clinic for covered insurance participants
• 401(K) retirement plans with company match
• Paid Vacation
• Holiday pay
• Learning and Advancement opportunities

• Supervise daily production operations to ensure targets are achieved efficiently within the Lead, mentor, and manage a team of maintenance professionals to ensure the reliability and integrity of campus facilities, grounds, and equipment.
• Ensure adherence to maintenance best practices, policies, and procedures, leveraging the CMMS for efficient scheduling and tracking of all maintenance activities.
• Provide technical guidance, resolve daily maintenance issues, and facilitate clear communication across all shifts.
• Monitor inventory levels for spare parts, supplies, and tools to maintain operational readiness and minimize downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety programs while promoting a culture of safety and housekeeping excellence.
• Support production targets by coordinating timely, cost-effective repairs to maximize equipment capacity and longevity.
• Collaborate with vendors for procurement of equipment and services, negotiating to secure optimal outcomes for current projects.
• Educate staff and ensure compliance with relevant governmental regulations, including environmental, safety, and transportation standards.
• Plan and execute facility expansions, utility improvements, and machinery rebuild or upgrade projects to support company growth.
• Provide plant engineering and technical support for manufacturing initiatives, including equipment installations, layout modifications, and permit applications.

• 6+ years of professional experience in facility maintenance.
• 6+ years in a supervisory or managerial maintenance role.
• Bachelor’s degree in industrial maintenance, engineering, or a related field—or equivalent relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 70E Electrical Safety in industrial settings.
• OSHA 10 and/or OSHA 30 certification preferred.