Palmer Group’s client, a family-owned business, is seeking a driven Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations and ensure equipment, facilities, and teams perform at their best. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader passionate about safety, reliability, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, apply now!
Work model:
- On-Site
- Monday – Thursday, 6 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday 6:00 AM -12:00 PMM or later if needed, based on demand
What you will do:
- Lead, train, and develop the maintenance team, including hiring and succession planning
- Oversee the preventive maintenance program to reduce downtime
- Ensure safe, reliable operation of all equipment and facilities
- Coordinate contractors and manage vendor relationships
- Partner with leadership and EHS to promote a strong safety culture
- Develop maintenance standards, KPIs, and improvement initiatives
- Manage the maintenance budget and parts inventory
- Support maintenance needs across all shifts
What you will need to be successful:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or 5+ years managing a maintenance department
- 5+ years in manufacturing, maintenance, or operations
- Proven experience leading teams and managing budgets
- Knowledge of industrial electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Benefits overview:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k
- PTO
Interested and qualified candidates can contact Aaron Christner at (319) 449-1200 or email Aaron at achristner@thepalmergroup.com.
