Job Description
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Plan, coordinate, and execute preventive and corrective maintenance programs for all production equipment, forming lines, and facility systems.
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Lead and supervise a small team of maintenance technicians and contractors; schedule and assign daily work priorities.
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Troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems to minimize downtime.
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Manage maintenance parts inventory, purchasing, and vendor relationships.
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Develop and track maintenance KPIs including downtime, PM completion rates, and maintenance costs.
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Coordinate with Production and Engineering on equipment installations, upgrades, and process improvements.
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Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and environmental regulations.
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Maintain accurate documentation—equipment history, work orders, PM records, and maintenance budgets.
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Support capital project planning, cost estimation, and equipment justification.
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Lead root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
Required Skills & Experience
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Minimum 5+ years of maintenance experience in a metal forming, stamping, or fabrication environment.
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Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills; familiarity with PLCs, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
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Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a small technical team.
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Experience implementing and managing preventive maintenance systems (CMMS preferred).
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Working knowledge of industrial safety and environmental compliance requirements.
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Ability to read mechanical/electrical schematics and technical drawings.
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Strong organizational and communication skills; able to balance hands-on work with management responsibilities.
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High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or maintenance certification preferred.
