Maintenance Manager

We are conducting a confidential search for a Maintenance Manager with a client company of ours that is a global supplier to the packaging, paper, and consumer goods industries. This is a direct-hire position and it is based around Escanaba, MI.

Key responsibilities will include:

-Promote and insure safe and flexible work practices, as well as engaging team members to drive continuous improvement.

-Interface with and support operations, maintenance, and engineering.

-Lead safety initiatives and actively coaching safe behaviors.

-Manage productivity, cost, and quality improvement projects.

-Build employee engagement and development programs to create high skill level and maximum versatility.

-Develop and implement best-in-class maintenance practices throughout the plant.

-Collaborate with operations, other maintenance supervision and maintenance teams to implement planned work, emergency work and preventative maintenance schedules as required.

-Interface with engineering, vendors, in-house crafts and outside contractors to complete capital projects and expense projects throughout area of responsibility.

-Provide technical assistance on maintenance related needs.

This is a high-profile position, offering an excellent opportunity for continued advancement.

Candidates should possess the following qualifications:

* Bachelors degree preferred

* 3+ years experience as a Maintenance Manager

* Experience in a heavy industrial manufacturing plant

* Strong safety mindset

* Previous supervisory experience