Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager Location: Frankfort, KY (On-site) Schedule: 7:30 AM 4:00 PM Position Summary The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing all maintenance operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role will lead preventative, corrective, and predictive maintenance strategies while ensuring optimal performance, safety, and reliability across approximately 75-100 pieces of production equipment. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of maintenance leadership experience, preferably in the automotive manufacturing industry, and strong hands-on knowledge of older and specialized machinery. Key Responsibilities Develop, implement, and oversee preventative, corrective, and predictive maintenance programs. Schedule all maintenance activities and ensure timely repair and upkeep of plant equipment, machinery, and facilities. Supervise, train, and work alongside maintenance staff, including 2-3 Maintenance Technicians on 1st shift and a Maintenance Supervisor . Manage and maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, logs, and operational reports. Create and manage work orders, ensuring proper prioritization and timely completion. Monitor and manage inventory of replacement parts; ensure materials are available to reduce downtime. Oversee maintenance budget development and cost-control strategies. Troubleshoot and repair a wide range of equipment including cutters, slitters, rotary machines with blades, presses (including heat presses), laminators, and other legacy machinery. Ensure the safety, compliance, and efficient operation of all maintenance functions. Support continuous improvement initiatives across maintenance and production operations. Preferred Background & Experience 5+ years of experience as a Maintenance Manager in a manufacturing environment. Experience in the automotive industry is highly preferred. Strong background working with older machinery and a variety of equipment types. Proven supervisory experience, comfortable working hands-on alongside the team while assigning daily tasks. Solid understanding of preventative maintenance scheduling, mechanical troubleshooting, and industrial equipment repair. Skills & Qualifications Strong leadership, communication, and team development abilities. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and equipment-related issues. Experience managing maintenance budgets and cost-control initiatives. Strong commitment to workplace safety, compliance, and reliability. Work Environment 100% on-site position. Manufacturing facility with ~75-100 total machines across cutters, slitters, rotary equipment, presses, and laminators. Day shift schedule with occasional hands-on work as needed.