Maintenance Manager

Our manufacturing client near Newton, IA is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead plant maintenance and electrical functions in a high-production environment.

This is a leadership role responsible for maximizing equipment uptime, driving preventative maintenance strategy, and maintaining plant availability above 90%. The ideal candidate will balance technical expertise with team development and safety leadership.

• Leading all mechanical and electrical maintenance operations
• Driving preventative and corrective maintenance strategy
• Managing capital projects, budgeting, parts inventory, and purchasing
• Ensuring MSHA and safety compliance across maintenance functions
• Developing and empowering maintenance team members
• Utilizing KPIs to improve reliability and operational performance
• Maintaining plant uptime and operational efficiency

• 5+ years of manufacturing maintenance leadership experience
• Strong troubleshooting ability (mechanical and electrical systems)
• Experience reading schematics and isolating equipment issues
• Knowledge of shop mechanics and industrial equipment operations
• Ability to lead through accountability, communication, and culture-building
• Bachelor's degree preferred (or equivalent experience)

• Manufacturing facility operating 3 shifts
• May require coverage outside normal hours
• Industrial setting with typical plant conditions

This is an excellent opportunity for a maintenance leader who wants to make a measurable impact on plant reliability, safety culture, and team development.

Apply today and let's chat!