Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager

We are partnering with our manufacturing client in Sussex County, DE on their search for an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead mechanical and electrical maintenance activities in a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for maximizing equipment uptime, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards, and developing a skilled maintenance team capable of supporting electrical, mechanical, and process system requirements.

Key

• Lead and coordinate all maintenance operations, ensuring adherence to OSHA and safety standards
• Oversee installation, repair, and troubleshooting of pumps, motors, conveyors, fillers, and automated equipment
• Provide expertise in process systems including pneumatics, hydraulics, power transmission, instrumentation, and PLC / DCS troubleshooting
• Manage preventative maintenance programs and documentation through CMMS
• Collaborate across departments to resolve equipment issues and support production efficiency
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized maintenance shop and equipment
• Mentor and train maintenance staff to expand technical capabilities
• Develop and manage maintenance budgets, including capital projects focused on safety and productivity improvements
• 10+ years of industrial maintenance experience with strong electromechanical skills
• Expertise in pumps, pneumatic / hydraulic systems, gearboxes, VFDs, motors, and automation
• Hands-on experience with preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and fabrication
• Ability to lead projects from concept to completion and manage budgets
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with all levels of plant personnel
• Welding certification, boiler / hot oil system knowledge a plus
• Must have 20 / 20 or corrected 20 / 20 vision