Position Summary The Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading all maintenance activities within the manufacturing facility to ensure equipment reliability, minimize downtime, maintain a safe work environment, and support production goals. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management • Lead, coach, and develop the maintenance team, including technicians and mechanics. • Schedule and assign daily maintenance activities. • Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing training. • Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Preventive & Predictive Maintenance • Develop and manage preventive maintenance (PM) programs for all production equipment. • Ensure maintenance tasks are completed on schedule and properly documented. • Implement predictive maintenance practices to reduce unexpected breakdowns. • Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Equipment Reliability & Troubleshooting • Oversee troubleshooting and repair of manufacturing equipment. • Respond quickly to equipment failures to minimize production downtime. • Analyze recurring equipment issues and implement long-term corrective actions. • Coordinate major repairs and equipment installations. Manufacturing Support • Partner closely with Production, Quality, and Operations teams to support manufacturing goals. • Participate in daily production meetings and communicate maintenance priorities. • Ensure machinery is operating safely and efficiently to meet production demands. • Support new product launches and process improvements. Safety & Compliance • Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies. • Conduct safety inspections and maintain a safe work environment. • Manage lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and other safety programs. • Investigate maintenance-related incidents and implement corrective actions. Budget & Inventory Management • Manage maintenance department budget and control costs. • Track maintenance expenses and identify cost-saving opportunities. • Maintain adequate inventory of spare parts and critical components. • Coordinate purchasing of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment. Facilities Management • Oversee maintenance of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, compressed air, and facility infrastructure. • Coordinate contractor services and ensure quality work completion. • Manage facility improvement projects as needed. Continuous Improvement • Drive initiatives to improve equipment uptime, efficiency, and reliability. • Utilize root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies. • Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement programs. • Track and report maintenance KPIs such as downtime, PM completion rates, and maintenance costs. Preferred Experience • 5+ years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing environment. • Experience with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. • Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills. • Experience managing maintenance teams in a fast-paced production environment. • Knowledge of OSHA regulations and industrial safety practices. • Experience with CMMS systems and preventive maintenance programs. • Bedding, furniture, foam, textile, or manufacturing industry experience preferred. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) • Equipment uptime and reliability • Preventive maintenance completion rate • Downtime reduction • Maintenance cost control • Safety performance • Work order completion rate • Team productivity and development • Production support and responsiveness Reporting To: Plant Manager / Director of Operations Direct Reports: Maintenance Technicians, Maintenance Mechanics, Sewing Machine Technicians, and Facility Maintenance Personnel (as applicable).